IT Analyst II

Full Job Description

The Division of Technology Services (DTS) is looking for a knowledgeable developer that has experience developing in JavaScript, React, and SQL.

This position will work with the DTS development team to maintain and build applications used by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to support their internal partner divisions.

The successful applicant will work through the development lifecycle implementing technical requirements and analyzing business requirements.

This position will also contribute to a SAFe environment including Daily Scrum, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Backlog Refinement, Sprint/System Demos, PI Planning, and Inspect & Adapt events.

Join our innovative team as a Mid-Level Developer, where you’ll work on exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology.

We offer a collaborative and inclusive culture, continuous learning opportunities, and the chance to significantly impact real-world applications.

If you're skilled in modern technologies, eager to solve challenging problems, and ready to grow your career, we want you on our team.

This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and telework days (two days a week, in office required at the Multi Agency State Office Building, MASOB (195 N 1950 W SLC, UT).

Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

This job may be filled at either of the levels listed below. (Rate as listed or in accordance with DHRM Rules for current state employees.)

• IT Analyst II, $35.09- $59.63 per hour
  
• IT Analyst I, $27.49 - $46.75 per hour

The State of Utah has a large variety of careers for people in both rural and urban areas, with all types of experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—to work where they live, to serve the residents and businesses as well as the visitors of the State of Utah.

Must be a State resident to be considered for the position. Find your next job and grow your career while serving the State you love!

Why join our team?We have great business partners who want to serve Utah citizens efficiently and effectively, while working within the guidance of their federal and state partners.

This is an opportunity to make a difference for Utah citizens while being a pivotal part of an exciting IT team.

You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance.

Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer. The Agency:To learn more about The Division of Technology Services check us out Click here.

The State's environment is a highly optimized blend of systems responsible for collecting, processing, and distributing millions of data elements every day.

Requirements

• Develop custom application using Node.js and React
• Build and implement CI/CD solutions using GitHub Actions
• Create and maintain documentation for projects.
• Identify problems or potential problem areas and recommend solutions.
• Recommend user-level application enhancements to better meet customer needs.
• Participate in daily planning/standup meetings to coordinate testing and development requirements.
• Use development tracking software (JIRA) to collaborate and document testing assignments.
• Document testing activities and results that are complete and accurate.
• Prioritize assignments and workflow to meet established deadlines.
• Prepare test scenarios and data to guide testing activities.
• Address standards and business requirements with development teams.
• Provide detailed information to developers on “failed” test cases.
• Prepare software documentation for future reference and maintenance needs.
• Run security scans and work with developers to fix vulnerabilities.
• Work with the team doing Peer code reviews

Qualifications

• At least one year of JavaScript or React application development experience

• Demonstrated experience with unit testing (Jest, Node.js Test Runner, etc)

• Demonstrated ability with application debugging and code fixes

• Familiarity with agile methodologies

• Understanding of application development best practices

• Comfortable learning new toolsets and platforms

• Knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of computer science

• Deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism

• Test software using appropriate methodology and techniques

• One year of working with relational databases.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with JavaScript, NodeJS, and React

• Fundamental understanding of Java, MVC framework, Spring, Spring Boot, .Net

• Experience with version control systems(GIT, BitBucket)

• Understanding of database design

• Experience with API integrations (REST, GraphQL)

• Experience with Serverless System design or architecture

• Demonstrated experience with functional testing (Cypress, Selenium)

• Experience with with PaaS (ServiceNow, Salesforce)

Additional Information

• Employment contingent on passing a drug screening and a background check.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.