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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.
http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113
The Enterprise Services Development Section within the Application Development team of FTB is seeking a Java Developer with hands-on experience in Java, API, Micro-services, and Jakarta EE technologies, including JSP, Primefaces, MVC, and Java Beans. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth understanding of Service Oriented Architecture, SOAP/REST, XML/JSON, and modern application servers. Proficiency across IDEs like Eclipse and IntelliJ coupled with a mastery of databases such as DB2 and SQL Server, is essential. Familiarity with GIT, DevOps CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Maven, uDeploy, Stash, and Docker is also a preferred. In addition to the above technical skills, a successful candidate in this role will possess robust leadership capabilities, a collaborative spirit, and a knack for adaptability. A track record of providing mentorship and coaching experience to guide and nurture junior team members will be a bonus. We offer a flexible work environment and have great amenities on and around our campus. If you are a professional who values growth, embraces challenges, and is eager to contribute, this opportunity is for you.
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 . Need help understanding the hiring process or have questions about FTB? We'd love to talk to you! Before applying, read through these step by step instructions to apply, or contact us at IT.Recruit@ftb.ca.gov . Please include the job control (JC) number and the position title in the subject line.
Additional positions may become available (eRPA 2526-00805).
Please complete this optional survey letting us know how you heard about this position by clicking here .
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-515546
Position #(s):
564-230-1402-XXX
Working Title:
Java Developer
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
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Hiring Unit
(916) 845-3608
Hiring Unit Contact:
Pernell Williams / IT Workforce
(916) 845-3290
Pernell.Williams@ftb.ca.gov
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:
EEO Office
(916) 845-2860
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: 5/14/2026
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 Enterprise Services Development Section within the Application Development team of FTB is seeking a Java Developer with hands-on experience in Java, API, Micro-services, and Jakarta EE technologies, including JSP, Primefaces, MVC, and Java Beans. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth understanding of Service Oriented Architecture, SOAP/REST, XML/JSON, and modern application servers. Proficiency across IDEs like Eclipse and IntelliJ coupled with a mastery of databases such as DB2 and SQL Server, is essential. Familiarity with GIT, DevOps CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Maven, uDeploy, Stash, and Docker is also a preferred. In addition to the above technical skills, a successful candidate in this role will possess robust leadership capabilities, a collaborative spirit, and a knack for adaptability. A track record of providing mentorship and coaching experience to guide and nurture junior team members will be a bonus. We offer a flexible work environment and have great amenities on and around our campus. If you are a professional who values growth, embraces challenges, and is eager to contribute, this opportunity is for you.
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 . Need help understanding the hiring process or have questions about FTB? We'd love to talk to you! Before applying, read through these step by step instructions to apply, or contact us at IT.Recruit@ftb.ca.gov . Please include the job control (JC) number and the position title in the subject line.
Additional positions may become available (eRPA 2526-00805).
Please complete this optional survey letting us know how you heard about this position by clicking here .
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-515546
Position #(s):
564-230-1402-XXX
Working Title:
Java Developer
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
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements.
- Hands-on experience in Java, API, Microservices, and Jakarta EE technologies, including JSP, Primefaces, MVC, and Java Beans
- In-depth understanding of Service Oriented Architecture, SOAP/REST, XML/JSON, and modern application servers
- Proficient experience across IDEs like Eclipse and Visual Studio, coupled with a mastery of databases such as DB2 and SQL Server, is essential
- Familiarity with GITDevOps CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Maven, uDeploy, Stash, and Docker is also a requirement.
- Experience in working within an SDLC environment to design, develop, deploy and troubleshoot code
- Experience collaborating with stakeholders from Analysis, Test, Business and Infrastructure team
- Experience in leading junior team members
- Experience developing, debugging and troubleshooting software compile, build, and release errors
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully and lead in a team environment while demonstrating initiative, integrity, ownership, and accountability
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Hiring Unit
(916) 845-3608
Hiring Unit Contact:
Pernell Williams / IT Workforce
(916) 845-3290
Pernell.Williams@ftb.ca.gov
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:
EEO Office
(916) 845-2860
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: 5/14/2026
Salary : $6,513 - $10,537