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We believe government should be at the forefront of technological innovation. Our teams are experimenting with artificial intelligence, machine learning and other emerging technologies to conceive tomorrow's solutions. IT members are exploring options for replacing and upgrading legacy systems. Our mission has never been clearer. We understand how citizens and employees can benefit from conveniences afforded by the latest tech offerings.

Our department provides training opportunities for staff at all levels. It's critical for IT members to constantly elevate their skill sets in preparation for what's to come. We appreciate candidates from diverse backgrounds who are energized by the challenges of working in government IT.

An inquisitive imagination, purposeful passion and consistent customer-focus are all welcome traits. We aspire to create an environment where employees can do their best work.

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The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a team player to work in their Cloud and Innovation Group. This position will work with a dedicated team that focuses on Mobile First and Cloud First backend development.

Bring your A game as this team is a group of highly skilled engineers. Starting with a product’s conception, your involvement will be required throughout the entire product lifecycle. You will need to be a team player with an optimistic outlook and the ability to deliver a complete product for our various customers.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work a hybrid/telework schedule within the Hampton Roads area.

This position will be filled at a Software Developer I (A.14, $66,930.00 - $103,741.50) or a Software Developer II (A.16, $73,790.30 - $114,374.97).

Duties: The Software Developer I/II develops front end applications for the Department of Information Technology mobile first initiatives. The role will develop, support, update and improve legacy front end applications’ code bases. In addition, there is the opportunity to expand and support various AWS back-end solutions as well.

The Software Developer I duties include but are not limited to:

• Develop Mobile First applications that are responsive web (React/Vue) and Hybrid (Ionic Capacitor)
• Code/deploying AWS Cloud solutions that support the Mobile-First development and variety of different projects
• Write unit tests for applications
• Use best practices and coding standards
• Collaborate across different teams to design, develop and launch new features
• Work effectively with other City staff members to ensure a coordinated and efficient use of resources compatible with overall City policies
• Participate in, follow, and improve team protocol/procedures in all stages of the SDLC process P
• Propose/follow technical design and documentation for current and emerging cloud systems
• Follow software development estimates, plans and schedules

The Software Developer II duties will also include:

• Develop Mobile First applications that include responsive web (React/Vue), Hybrid (Ionic Capacitor), and Native (iOS, Android)
• Architect and lead in coding/deploying AWS Cloud solutions that support the Mobile-First development and variety of different projects
• Develop technical design and documentation for current and emerging cloud systems
• Participate in formal and informal training and onboarding in emerging technologies
• Research, propose, and implement security and data protection in a distributed application architecture
• Propose and implement improvements in the evolving CI/CD
• Participate in developing software development estimates, plans and schedules

CJIS/PREA Disclaimer: ***This position will provide direct support to the City’s Public Safety departments and will have physical access to public safety buildings and/or access to confidential and sensitive public safety databases.As such, and in compliance with federal regulations and guidelines, City of Virginia Beach IT staff and contractors must receive a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) and may require a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) criminal background clearance prior to employment and annually thereafter while employed or under contract with the City of Virginia Beach.Automatic disqualifiers related to the CJIS and PREA criminal background checks apply, including but not limited to, US Citizenship and/or minimum ten (10) years US Residency requirements.