Application Development Manager DOH8724

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Application Development Manager

Office of Innovation and Technology | Remote | PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

This recruitment is open to WA residents and those residing on the ID/WA and OR/WA borders.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re on a mission to protect and improve the health of every person in Washington. To do that, we rely on powerful, secure, and innovative technology systems that keep public health data flowing where and when it’s needed.

As our Application Development Manager, you’ll lead the teams that design, build, and maintain the cloud-based systems powering some of Washington’s most critical public health programs, from disease tracking and lab reporting to data that informs state and national decisions.

You’ll guide the technical direction for multiple teams, ensuring our cloud environments and applications are secure, reliable, and built for the future.

This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of DOH’s digital transformation, where technology meets mission-driven purpose.

You’ll manage a talented group of developers, architects, data professionals, and system administrators, about 19 people across three teams.

Together, you’ll shape the way DOH designs and delivers cloud-based solutions that keep our state’s health data safe, efficient, and accessible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading Cloud Innovation – Build and guide a modern, secure, and scalable cloud development platform. Set standards, define best practices, and implement cutting-edge tools that support rapid application development and citizen-driven innovation.
• Managing Technical Teams – Create a collaborative and supportive environment that helps staff grow, succeed, and deliver high-quality results.
• Driving Strategy and Alignment – Partner with IT and business leaders to turn public health needs into technical solutions that advance DOH’s mission.
• Ensuring Security and Reliability – Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of applications and systems that must run 24/7—many tied directly to state, local, and federal reporting.
• Managing Resources and Vendors – Oversee budgets, contracts, and software licensing while ensuring compliance with agency and federal requirements.
• Building Partnerships – Collaborate across divisions and with external partners—vendors, state agencies, and federal entities like the CDC—to deliver technology that strengthens public health statewide.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Meaningful Impact: Your work directly supports the health and safety of people across Washington.
• Innovation with Purpose: You’ll drive cloud modernization for one of the state’s most mission-critical IT environments.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work alongside seasoned IT leaders and creative teams who value innovation, inclusivity, and practical problem-solving.
• Growth and Challenge: You’ll navigate complex, high-visibility systems with real-world impact—and the authority to shape how they evolve.
• Public Service Meets Modern Tech: Bring your enterprise-level cloud and application expertise to a mission that truly matters.

You’re a great fit for this role if you:

• Thrive on solving complex technical challenges and building elegant, scalable solutions.
• Have a collaborative leadership style that empowers teams and fosters innovation.
• Understand how to balance enterprise-scale stability with modern development agility.
• Communicate clearly and can translate technical vision into business results.
• Are passionate about using technology to make a real difference in people’s lives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

We value all relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. You must meet at least ONE of the options provided and any additional criteria listed.

Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. While “Preferred Experience” is not required, these skills or experiences can help you stand out as a candidate.

Option 1: Minimum of nine (9) years of professional IT experience in application development, system administration, cloud engineering, or a related field.

Option 2: Associates degree in computer science, system engineering, information systems, informatics or related discipline and a minimum of seven (7) years of professional IT experience in application development, system administration, cloud engineering, or related field.

Option 3: Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a closely related field AND a minimum of five (5) years of professional IT experience in application development, system administration, cloud engineering, or a related field.

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

• Two or more years of experience managing or supervising application development teams or professionals responsible for software application delivery.
• Experience designing, deploying, and managing solutions in a major cloud platform such as Microsoft Azure (preferred), AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience with software development life cycle (SDLC) methods, DevOps/CI-CD pipelines, and Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates, or CloudFormation).
• Knowledge of Windows and/or Linux environments, including configuration, performance monitoring, and system security.
• Experience with enterprise database management (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or similar).
• Knowledge of data governance, cybersecurity standards, and regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP, HIPAA).
• Skill in leading and motivating diverse technical teams and managing competing project priorities in a complex IT environment.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions, communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences, and ensure systems meet operational, security, and compliance goals.

Preferred/Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

• Additional years of experience managing or supervising IT staff or teams or IT professionals.
• Experience leading enterprise cloud transformation or modernization initiatives in Microsoft Azure.
• Experience supporting public health, healthcare, or other regulated IT systems with sensitive data or federal reporting requirements.
• Experience managing hybrid environments that integrate cloud and on-premise infrastructure.
• Knowledge of Washington State IT governance, procurement, and project management standards (or equivalent public sector frameworks).
• Proficient in automation and scripting tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or PowerShell.
• Experience building and managing DevOps pipelines and applying continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) best practices.
• Experience overseeing IT budgets, contracts, and vendor performance for software or infrastructure services.
• Ability to coach and develop technical staff and foster a collaborative, innovation-focused team culture.
• ITIL Foundations and Advanced Certification
• ICS100 Incident Command System Training
• Other relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect, PMP, or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).

ABOUT US:

OIT: Shaping a Healthier Future Through Innovation - The Office of Innovation and Technology works to harness technology and data to advance public health, supporting over 220 systems and 305 applications, including critical programs like the Immunization Registry.

We drive interoperability, strengthen cybersecurity, and promote health equity, delivering impactful solutions that empower communities.

Our team fosters a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration, where every member’s contribution shapes a healthier future.

We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)

We're nearly 2,000 professionals across Washington working together to protect and improve community health.

Guided by our values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, we address health disparities, respond to emerging challenges, and strengthen systems that support resilience.

At DOH, we help reduce barriers, collaborate with diverse communities, and champion equitable health outcomes. We’re passionate people who are driven to make a difference in public health.

To learn more about the DOH please visit our website and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and our blog.

Benefits and Lifestyle

We prioritize your work-life balance with one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. At DOH, you’ll find flexibility, growth, and stability. Learn more about why we’re a great place to work by visiting Work@Health.

Conditions of Employment:

The following terms and conditions of employment must be met with or without reasonable accommodation:

Work Setting, including hazards:

• The position requires frequent in-person attendance to perform duties on-site at the Tumwater DOH facility. When not working on-site, this position may work from home, a DOH office, or an alternate location.
• The position requires repetitive use of a computer, inputting data and navigating a database, creating and modifying electronic documents, and using email and the internet.
• May occasionally lift or move items up to 25–40 pounds, such as IT equipment (laptop, monitor, docking station) when setting up workstations or supporting staff relocations.

Schedule (i.e., hours and days):

• This position has a work schedule of 40 hours per week; however, the position may be expected to work extended hours during critical incidents or system outages, sometimes outside normal business hours.
• An alternative or flexible work schedule may be considered at the incumbent's request, subject to supervisory approval.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel is not required to perform the duties of this position; however occasional or infrequent travel may be expected to attend meetings, trainings, or conferences.
• When traveling for work, the position may require traveling alone or with another employee for multiple days and nights [in or out of] state.
• When driving for state business, the employee must be able to legally operate a state or privately-owned vehicle; OR provide alternate transportation while on state business.

Tools and Equipment:

Customer Interactions:

Other:

• The DOH campus is a smoke-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, scent-neutral environment.
• This position may be required to conduct and/or participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities.
• This position does not have union representations and is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

We’re committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. Only materials submitted through the official application will be considered. Emailed resumes or documents won’t be accepted or shared with the hiring manager.

Click “Apply” to complete your application. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD-214 (if applicable). List at least three professional references directly in your Applicant Profile including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led (if applicable).

DO NOT INCLUDE private details like your SSN or birth year, personal photos, transcripts, certifications, diplomas, projects, portfolios, or letters of recommendation with your application.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal-opportunity employer.

We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application.

Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.

Questions and Accommodations

If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Shawnelle Goalder at employment@doh.wa.gov and reference the assigned “DOHXXXX” recruitment number.

Technical Support

Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

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Additional Information

This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.