Technology Solutions Developer Specialist

California Franchise Tax Board; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

California Franchise Tax Board seeks a Technology Solutions Developer Specialist in Sacramento, offering hybrid work. The role covers full SDLC from design to maintenance of enterprise apps, with DevOps practices, mentoring, and collaboration across teams.

The ideal candidate will lead technical initiatives, implement secure, scalable solutions, and contribute to architectural planning while supporting CI/CD and production activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Java development, APIs, Microservices, Jakarta EE technologies such as JSP, Prime Faces, MVC frameworks, and JavaBeans
• Strong knowledge of modern integration standards including SOA, SOAP/REST, XML/JSON, and enterprise application servers
• Proficiency in IDEs like Eclipse, IntelliJ, and Visual Studio with relational databases (DB2 and SQL Server)
• Experience with DevOps and CI/CD practices using Git, Jenkins, Maven, uDeploy, Stash, and Docker
• SDLC lifecycle experience with emphasis on design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of applications
• Familiar with cloud-based object storage services like S3 or similar
• Demonstrated leadership through mentoring and guiding junior developers
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with Business and Infrastructure teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and in a team
• Analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving build/release issues
• Strong problem-solving and continuous learning mindset

Responsibilities

• Lead SDLC activities including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance
• Provide technical leadership and SME guidance on enterprise applications
• Support DevOps practices: CI/CD, monitoring, and production support
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to architectural planning
• Collaborate with Business and Infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality solutions
• Contribute to innovation initiatives and architecture planning
• Work independently on complex projects and ensure secure, scalable solutions

Skills

Java development

APIs

Microservices

Jakarta EE

JSP

Prime Faces

MVC frameworks

JavaBeans

SOA

SOAP/REST

XML/JSON

Enterprise application servers

DevOps

CI/CD

Git

Jenkins

Maven

uDeploy

Stash

Docker

SDLC

Cloud storage (S3)

Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Maven

uDeploy

Stash

Docker

Eclipse

IntelliJ

Visual Studio

DB2

SQL Server

Job description

Job Description And Duties

The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program.

The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

The Technology Services Bureau, within the Technology Services Division of Franchise Tax Board, is seeking a Technology Solutions Developer Specialist will serve as a senior-level technical developer responsible for the full System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise applications and services, and post-implementation support as a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The ideal candidate will provide leadership and technical expertise in developing scalable, secure, and accessible applications and services that support departmental goals and customer needs. In this role, the candidate will support DevOps practices such as continuous integration, automated deployment, system monitoring, and production support. The developer works independently and collaboratively on complex projects, and contributes to architectural planning, technical mentoring, and innovation initiatives.

About the Technology Services Division (TSD) The mission of TSD is to securely deliver and support information technology solutions and services essential to the success of the FTB’s mission. By acting on our TSD mission, we will realize our vision of a collaborative and diverse team of IT experts who further innovation and empower our business partners to accomplish their goals. Read more about FTB. Learn more about other FTB technical roles at this FTB microsite.

Additional positions may become available (eRPA 2627-00076).

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-528912

Position #(s): 564-252-1402-XXX

Working Title: Technology Solutions Developer Specialist

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A

$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B

$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in Java development, including APIs, Microservices, Jakarta EE technologies such as JSP, Prime Faces, MVC frameworks, and JavaBeans


• Strong knowledge of modern integration standards, including Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), SOAP/REST services, XML/JSON, and enterprise application servers


• Proficiency in development environments such as Eclipse, IntelliJ, and Visual Studio, with solid experience working with relational databases including DB2 and SQL Server


• Experience with DevOps and CI/CD practices, using tools such as Git, Jenkins, Maven, uDeploy, Stash, and Docker


• Experience with the Software development life cycle (SDLC) with an emphasis on implementation contributing to the design, development, unit-testing, deployment, and maintenance of applications


• Familiar with cloud-based object storage services like Simple Storage Service or similar


• Demonstrated leadership through mentoring and guiding junior developers


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, partnering effectively with Business and Infrastructure teams to deliver high quality solutions


• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively, and work successfully both independently and as part of a team


• Excellent analytical abilities in diagnosing and resolving software build and release issues, especially in complex environments


• Strong problem-solving skills for understanding requirements, implementing effective solutions, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing performance


• Ability to continuously learn and contribute towards long-term success of departmental goals

Contact Information

Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact: Classification & Hiring Unit [phone]

Hiring Unit Contact: Gayathri Gnanaprakasam / IT Workforce [phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact: Reasonable Accommodation Unit [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.

Final Filing Date: 9/28/2026