Information Technology Specialist 5 - Senior Application Developer

Senior Application Developers

Only applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.

The Department of Management (DOM), Division of Information Technology (DoIT), is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Senior Application Developers to lead the design, development, and optimization of enterprise applications that support critical services across the State of Iowa. The role plays a key part in advancing secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions while ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards and modern development practices.

The ideal candidates thrive in a dynamic environment, drive continuous improvement, and are committed to delivering reliable, high-quality systems that meet statewide business and operational needs.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, optimize, and support software solutions managed by DOM DoIT to ensure effective statewide service delivery.
• Ensure all software solutions follow enterprise standards, architectural guidelines, and industry best practices.
• Build secure, scalable, and maintainable systems that align with business processes and technical objectives.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and Dev Sec Ops  practices to improve security and operational efficiency.
• Lead adherence to enterprise testing standards, ensuring reliable systems with comprehensive test coverage across all environments.
• Conduct risk assessments and apply risk-mitigation strategies to support operational stability.
• Analyze system specifications to confirm alignment with technical requirements and enterprise goals.
• Optimize development efforts and contribute to cost-efficient purchasing and resource decisions.
• Lead, mentor, coach, and train team members to support their technical growth and performance.
• Oversee performance monitoring, root cause analysis, issue resolution, and after-action reporting to maintain stable system operations.
• Manage technical documentation, including system architecture, enhancements, SOPs, policies, and guidelines.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders to communicate technical needs, estimate work, and ensure successful project alignment.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to promote innovation and continuous professional development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Application Development Team Supervisor in alignment with team and enterprise objectives.

What We Are Seeking

• Strong experience designing, developing, and supporting secure, scalable enterprise applications.
• A candidate skilled in CI/CD, Dev Sec Ops , and enterprise testing standards, committed to delivering high-quality, reliable systems.
• An effective collaborator and communicator who works well with Product Owners, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders.
• A proactive leader who can mentor team members, manage system performance, resolve issues, and uphold architectural and policy standards.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment
• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings options (RIC)
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Why Work with Us?

At the Iowa Department of Management (DOM), we help government agencies across the state perform at their best by managing financial resources, technology, and information. Our mission is rooted in service—we provide efficient, innovative, and strategic solutions that empower agencies to fulfill their goals.

We're guided by four core values:

• Integrity – We act with honesty and accountability.
• Teamwork – We collaborate to achieve shared success.
• Service – We are committed to excellence in public service.
• Partnership – We build strong relationships to drive results.

Working Arrangement

This position occasionally requires onsite work in Des Moines, IA. Employees meeting all expectations of their work responsibilities may request fully remote work and develop a hybrid/remote schedule collaboratively with their manager.

Please note, candidates for this position must reside in the…