INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate Work Schedules

Flexible Work Hours

Onsite childcare facility

Onsite fitness center

Onsite café and nearby restaurants

Free onsite parking (Mon/Fri)

Free offsite parking with shuttle

Job summary

The Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) is seeking a Principal Enterprise AI Solution Architect to lead enterprise-scale AI architecture initiatives. This role involves shaping IT strategy, integrating Generative AI capabilities, and aligning with public-sector procurement norms.

Hybrid schedule with on-site and remote work options in California. Salary ranges from $9,507 to $12,740 per month, with a permanent, full-time appointment.

Qualifications

• Minimum MQs reference Information Technology Specialist III (state classification).
• Describe experience designing and implementing enterprise-level architectures with emphasis on AI.
• Describe knowledge of public sector IT procurement frameworks.

Skills

Executive briefing

Architecture reviews

Leadership

Job description

Principal Enterprise AI Solution Architect

Public Employees Retirement System

JC-535652 - Principal Enterprise AI Solution Architect (Information Technology Specialist III)

$9,507.00 - $12,740.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/2/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account), By Mail Drop-off

Telework Information: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. CalPERS does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

Minimum Requirements

• Information Technology Specialist III

Classification: Information Technology Specialist III

Salary: $9,507.00 - $12,740.00 per Month

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation’s largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families. Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, we are a destination employer with an international reputation for leadership and innovation. At CalPERS, we’re committed to people – the people we serve, our team members, and the larger community around us. CalPERS is situated near the Napa Valley, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and other desirable destinations, and we offer competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement.

If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website !

To take a look at CalPERS as a destination employer, view this YouTube video .

Special Requirements

Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered.

The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” and each response must list all relevant experience, education, and training, including duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed one page in length.

• Describe your experience designing and implementing enterprise-level solution architectures. Include specific examples of your work with Generative AI technologies.
• Describe any experience you have related to AI system architecture and integration.
• Describe your knowledge of public sector IT procurement and the procurement framework.

Minimum Qualifications: All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services.

Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website .

Desirable Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Generative AI technologies, including large language models, prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation, and AI security and governance frameworks.
• Strong ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and supportable technical solutions, including developing architecture artifacts, technical specifications, and transition roadmaps.
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated experience conducting executive briefings, leading design reviews, and providing expert-level recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Commitment to mentoring, knowledge transfer, and advancing the adoption of modern engineering and AI practices across teams and organizational units.

Benefits

• Alternate Work Schedules
• Flexible Work Hours
• Onsite childcare facility
• Onsite fitness center
• Onsite café and nearby restaurants
• Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change
• Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

For more details about employee benefits, visit the California Department of Human Resources website.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
HRSD Selection Services
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[e-mail]

EEO Contact:
CalPERS EEO
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Live Scan
Candidates not currently employed at CalPERS are required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

CalPERS Disclosure Requirements
If employed, you may be subject to rules imposed by Personal Trading Regulations and Conflict of Interest Code that apply to CalPERS team members, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700)

Please do not include any confidential information on any documents in your application package. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your social security number, date of birth, marital status, personal photos, a copy of your driver’s license, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.