MDL IT Programmer Analyst II UI Systems Lead Engineer

Job Summary

The Maryland Department of Labor, BEACON Office, is seeking a highly qualified IT Lead Engineer to serve as a Senior Web Developer and Technical Lead. This position is responsible for the architectural design, development, and maintenance of enterprise-level web applications that support the BEACON unemployment insurance modernization project. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, UI staff, directors, and executive leadership to guide business rules, design, functionality, and policy decisions.

100 S. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

• Application Development & Architecture (40%):
  Design and write clean, scalable code for complex web applications. Lead the transition from business requirements to technical architecture. Manage both front-end and back-end integration and ensure database optimization.
• Technical Leadership & Mentoring (40%):
  Guide a team of developers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical troubleshooting. Establish best practices for the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and provide guidance on modern design patterns.
• Testing & Quality Assurance (10%):
  Oversee the implementation of automated testing suites (unit, integration, and end-to-end). Ensure all web applications are cross-browser compatible, responsive, and meet state-mandated security protocols.
• Technical Management & Collaboration (5%):
  Collaborate with Project Managers, UI/UX designers, and stakeholders to define project scopes and timelines. Lead sprint planning and provide accurate technical estimates for deliverables.
• Documentation (5%):
  Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including API references, system architecture diagrams, and deployment guides.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field.
• One year of experience designing, developing, testing, implementing and maintaining application systems using commonly accepted computer programming languages or other development tools.
• Substitution options for education and experience as previously detailed.

• Months of experience with enterprise-level web application design and development.
• Months of experience with front-end and back-end integration and database optimization.

• Experience working on government IT modernization or unemployment insurance systems.
• Experience with BEACON or similar benefits administration platforms.
• Experience with technical documentation including API references and system architecture diagrams.

• Full-time, permanent position with full state benefits.
• Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking.
• Paid holidays 12-13 per year.
• Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave).
• State Pension plan.
• Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457).
• Comprehensive subsidized health, dental and prescription plans.
• Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare.
• State Employees Credit Union.

The Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.