Senior Application Developer (Information Systems Analyst II, Opt. A)

Illinoiscomptroller; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Illinois—Department of Innovation and Technology seeks a Senior Application Developer (Information Systems Analyst II) to support the Department of Human Services. The role involves leading complex projects, writing and debugging applications, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.

The position offers a hybrid in-office schedule, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Requires four (4) years of college with coursework in computer science or related field.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related IT field.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience writing, debugging, testing, and documenting applications within Change Management Software and utilizing industry-standard tools.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, leveraging Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Under administrative direction, serves as a Senior Application Developer for the DoIT supporting DHS performing complex professional and advisory functions.
• Leads projects and provides technical guidance to staff for completing assignments.
• Writes, debugs, tests, and documents new applications or updates existing programs using Change Management Software.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in IT and participates in ongoing education to remain current on products and procedures.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines

Technical leadership

Agile development

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Change Management Software

Job description

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Senior Application Developer (Information Systems Analyst II, Opt. A)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:58640
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 09/24/2026
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title:INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST II - 21166
Skill Option:Application Services - Information Technology
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary: $8,060 monthly; Full range: $8,060-$11,851 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: None
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (work hours may vary)
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 4800 W. Wabash Ave. Springfield, Illinois, 62711
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• Under administrative direction, serves as a Senior Application Developer for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) supporting the Department of Human Services (DHS) performing complex professional and advisory functions in Bureau of Application Management.
• Serves as a project leader on highly complex projects providing technical guidance to staff for completing assignments.
• Writes, debugs, tests, and documents new applications or updates existing programs utilizing Change Management Software.
• Develops follow-up reports for the monitoring of the systems and the cost projections of programs including the documentation of conceptual, general and detail designs and confers with staff regarding requirements for Bureau of Application Management Systems.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience in Application Services or a related Information Technology field.

Specialized Skills

• Requires three (3) years of professional experience writing, debugging, testing, and documenting applications within structured Change Management Software and utilizing industry-standard change management tools.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, leveraging Azure DevOps, to support continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated deployment processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience writing, debugging, testing, and documenting applications within structured Change Management Software and utilizing industry-standard change management tools.
• Three (3) years of professional experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, leveraging Azure DevOps, to support continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated deployment processes.
• Three (3) years of professional experience leading technical projects within an Information Technology environment, including planning, coordinating work efforts, ensuring quality assurance measures, and providing technical guidance to project teams.
• Three (3) years of professional experience participating in Agile development environments, including involvement in structured Agile ceremonies and contributing to iterative process improvements.
• Three (3) years of professional experience applying industry best practices and standards related to software development, quality assurance, secure coding, and modern application lifecycle management.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing comprehensive technical documentation, including conceptual, general, and detailed system designs, as well as structured follow-up reports supporting monitoring, cost projections, and ongoing system enhancements.
• Ability to perform complex systems analysis involving substantial technical research, data interpretation, and the ability to diagnose and resolve intricate system issues in collaboration with cross-functional technical teams.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and strengthen effective working relationships across diverse teams, including business program areas, technical staff, and management within a multi-agency or governmental environment.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly and accurately present complex technical and programmatic information to management, stakeholders, and both technical and non-technical audiences.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.