Senior Solutions Engineer

Under administrative direction of the Chief of Digital Delivery and Innovation, the Information Technology (IT) Specialist III (Senior Solutions Engineer) provides expert-level guidance and support for the Authority's application systems that leverage various technologies, including commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure as a service (IaaS), Amazon Web Services (AWS), cloud-based development tools, and generative AI (GenAI) platforms.

The incumbent works independently to evaluate and design technical solutions, enhance existing systems, and ensure the integration and optimization of applications necessary to support the organization's evolving needs. The Senior Solutions Engineer is innovative and possesses deep technical knowledge of emerging technologies, including GenAI, providing the strategic and tactical direction necessary to support the Authority's mission.

This advertisement is posted as Open Until Filled and the advertisement will remain open until the vacancy is filled. Cut-offs for applications will be every other Monday, starting April 20, 2026, and applications will be reviewed per those cut-off dates. Hires can be made at any time based on the applications received by the cut-off dates.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Part-time telework is available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.

While working on-site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled area which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. The incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and keyboard, and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. The incumbent must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities, and complete tasks or projects with short notice.

The incumbent must develop and maintain cooperative working relationships and display professionalism and respect for others in all contact opportunities.

Minimum Requirements You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-504301

Position #(s):
-002

Working Title:

Senior Solutions Engineer

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III $9,507.00 - $12,740.00 Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals.
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New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

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Special Requirements
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. The SOQ must be no more than four (4) pages, single-spaced, with one-inch margins, in 12-point font, organized and numbered as reflected below. The SOQ must discuss the applicant's applicable experience as it pertains to each item below. Applicants who do not follow these requirements may be disqualified from the hiring process.

A resume is required but does not take the place of the SOQ. Letters and other materials will not be considered in the place of the SOQ.

You must respond to all the following items:

Describe your experience and provide examples of enterprise-level solutions using cloud-based, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), or software-as-a-service (SaaS) technologies that you designed and implemented. In your response, describe the solution and its purpose, and include how you collaborated with architects, technical teams, and business stakeholders to align with architectural standards and meet business goals.

Provide an example of how you identified and introduced an emerging technology (e.g., GenAI, cloud-native tools, Dev Ops practices) to improve solution delivery. Describe the process, the technology, outcomes, and how you supported adoption across teams.

Describe and provide examples of your experience integrating complex systems across…