Development Services Systems Applications Programmer

Overview

The City of San José innovates to provide exceptional civic services using advanced technologies to help our community thrive.

As one of the largest cities in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets and operates on a budget of $5 billion, with approximately 7,000 employees, serving about 1 million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley.

The Information Technology Department’s (ITD) mission is to enrich the quality of life in San José through innovation, collaboration, and engagement. ITD enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), productivity and collaboration tools, the San José 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San José is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose.

The IT department is a leader in innovation, embracing cutting-edge technologies and pioneering solutions to enhance efficiency and quality of life in San José. As part of this effort, the City leads a national initiative for AI through the GovAI Coalition, which was established to give local governments a voice in shaping the future of AI, ensuring it is developed responsibly for the public good.

Promoting the City’s commitment to equity and inclusion, we believe that all members of the community, regardless of background, have access to the tools and resources needed to thrive in the digital age. San José is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, which boasts a rich history in technology, education, and agriculture. Over half of San José residents speak a language other than English at home, highlighting the importance of language accessibility in all City services.

By fostering inclusivity, promoting digital literacy, and building accessible platforms, we are advancing technology while creating a more equitable future for everyone.

At the City of San José, we promote work-life alignment and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San José the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in the nation! Visit the Information Technology Department’s website to learn about our culture, vision, leadership, and innovative initiatives.

NOTE – The first review of applications will be on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Monday, October 6, 2025, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews the week of October 20, 2025.

The Development Services Solutions team is responsible for several Off-The-Shelf (OTS) and custom systems and applications that support the daily operations of the Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement Department (PBCE) and the Development Services process at the City of San José.

The Information Technology Department’s Development Services Solutions team is seeking a Development Services Systems Applications Programmer (SAP) I/II to support the development and maintenance of the below systems, applications, and business requirements, as well as to assist with emerging needs around data analysis, data extraction, data mapping, and reporting functions.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Develop new and customize existing systems and applications using PL/SQL, SQL, Java, JavaScript, Angular, and/or HTML/CSS using Agile development practices.
• Provide comprehensive development support, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and custom feature development, while staying current with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Execute full software development lifecycle activities, including design, testing, implementation, and upgrades, while creating robust technical documentation.
• Collaborate with software vendors to enhance system capabilities and resolve technical challenges that impact community service delivery.
• Document defects and feature enhancements.
• Gather reporting requirements, conduct data…