Software Architect

Job Description and Duties

This position has been previously advertised. If you have already submitted an application, it is not necessary to re-apply.

Telework is available.

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I (IT Mgr I), the Information Technology Specialist II (IT Spec II) is responsible for providing the California Department of Technology (CDT) and its customer with analytical and an advanced level of technical assistance for the CDT’s supported web services. The Web Architecture Team coordinates closely with the Office of Technology Services’ (OTech’s) Service Desk, internal and external customers and other technical staff to resolve first and second level support calls. The IT Spec II is responsible for the concurrent oversight of multiple projects and will work with the CDT system integration technical staff to design, plan, and implement supported products and services required to support customer’s complex business needs.

Telework
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given. Pursuant to Executive Order, effective July 1, 2025, employees in this position will be required to report to the work site a minimum of two (2) days per week, increasing to four (4) days per week effective July 1, 2026. The specific on-site days will be determined by the department based on operational requirements.

Visa Sponsorship
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• Periodic overtime, weekend and off service hours support work.
• May be required to carry a pager or cell phone.
• Be available for on-call or on call back as needed, and to respond after working hours to Service Desk tickets.
• Travel may be required for training and conferences.

Special Requirements

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678) – For exam use only.

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents.

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide a direct response to the following. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and résumés do not take the place of the SOQ.

Statement of Qualifications

Describe your experience in configuring, managing, and optimizing Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) for web applications or Cloud services. Provide a specific example of a project where you successfully set up or maintained an IIS/Cloud based environment. Include details such as:

• The scope of the project (e.g., number of users, applications hosted).
• Specific configurations you implemented (e.g., security settings, SSL/TLS, load balancing, authentication).
• Tools or methods used for monitoring and performance optimization.
• Challenges faced and how you resolved them.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to grasp new web-enabled concepts and application architectures.
• Ability to stay current with concepts, components and standards related to the TCP/IP and web services protocols.
• Must maintain regular, consistent and predictable attendance.
• Ability to consistently exercise good judgment.
• Knowledge and ability to exercise broad technical and business skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with upper management, subordinates, peers and customers.
  

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State Application (STD. 678) revised 10/2023. The position number and job control number must be identified in the job title line of the STD 678 (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title of the STD 678 if submitting an electronic application through CalCareers Account). The hard copy application MUST be signed. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Note: Applications MUST include the “From dates“ and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week”, and “Duties Performed” fields for all job listed in the “Employment History” fields, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles). Applications that are submitted blank will be considered incomplete. Reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties will not be accepted. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  

  Required. Please see “Special Requirements” section for further information.

• Other -

  If you are using EDUCATION to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, you MUST provide your unofficial transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirements as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under “Minimum Requirements” on the left -hand side of this job posting). Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide a foreign transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at . Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.