Senior Applications Developer Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/5214753) Apply  Senior Applications Developer Salary $77,379.00 - $117,497.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CSSC-2025-39393-01524 Department Executive Offices Division EX OA EBR ITDC Sltns Mgmt Rev Opening Date 02/02/2026 Closing Date 2/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 01524 Position Number 00111407 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group ST09 Bureau / Division Code 00812330 Worksite Address 393 Walnut Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17128 Contact Name Abbie Moist Contact Email abmoist@pa.gov Bureau / Division Employment, Banking and Revenue ITDC Solutions Management - Revenue Lottery Insurance and Banking and Securities Division + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you eager to elevate your career and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that values innovation and excellence? The Employment, Banking, and Revenue IT Delivery Center Solutions Management Division for Revenue is eager to welcome an ambitious Senior Applications Developer to lead a team of staff through the systems development life cycle. In this critical role, you will be designing, configuring, testing, implementing, and maintaining business functions within the Pennsylvania Tax Hub (PATH) system. Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to influence and enhance the operational efficiency of our systems while leading a talented team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As part of the Delivery Center, you will perform development and maintenance activities for the Pennsylvania Tax Hub (PATH) system. Work involves planning, controlling, directing, and implementing development projects; providing leadership to project staff throughout the systems development life cycle; and ensuring effective utilization of hardware, software, personnel, and other resources in meeting goals. Assigned projects will require use of a COTS integrated tax processing software package. Excellent networking skills will be utilized to meet with business team members to discuss requests for customization and determine the feasibility, detailed requirements, and the priority for each request for new development or enhancements to the PATH system. Within this role, it is essential to maintain a working knowledge of the latest state-of-the-art technology and advancements as they apply to application development. In order to help us achieve our goals, our ideal candidate will possess the following experience and skills: + Working with the COTS integrated tax processing software package, GenTax® + Acting as a development team lead + Designing and supporting various tax system components: Collections, Decision Support, Tax Clearance, Case Management, Bankruptcy, Bank Attachment, Wage Garnishment, Liens, and Payment Plans + Gathering requirements and performing system analysis, design, documentation, development, and testing + Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail + Ability to function in an atmosphere of constant change with detailed accuracy + Ability to function within team-based organization + Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to all levels within the organization as well as outside agencies and vendors Make your career goals a reality with the Revenue, Lottery, Insurance, and Banking and Securities Division! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00111407) Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. + Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. + Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: + One year as an Applications Developer 2 or Computer Programmer 4 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or + Five years of information technology experience that includes three years of experience in applications development or applications maintenance; or + Three years of information technology experience in applications development or applications maintenance, and an associate’s degree in any information technology field; or + One year of information technology experience in applications development or applications maintenance, and a bachelor's degree in any information technology field; or + An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: + This particular position also requires three or more years of full-time professional experience working with C#. + This particular position also requires three or more years of full-time professional experience working with Microsoft SQL Server. + This particular position also requires three or more years of full-time professional experience working with .Net Framework 4.7 and above. + You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: + This position will have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and is subject to the provisions of IRS Publication 1075 (Pub 1075) which requires you to pass an enhanced background check prior to beginning employment. Under Pub 1075, acceptance of a conditional offer of employment will require submission to and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to: a fingerprint-based federal records check; a PA State Police clearance; a check of local law enforcement agencies where you have lived, worked, and/or attended school within the last five (5) years; and a citizenship/residency verification. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. + Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION + Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). + Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. + Your score is valid for this specific posting only. + You must provide complete and accurate information or: + your score may be lower than deserved. + you may be disqualified. + You may only apply/test once for this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Selective Certification:Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional experience working with C#? + Yes + No 02 If you indicated YES to the question above, please describe the details of the experience you possess. Please be sure to address the items listed below in your response. The claimed experience must also be provided within the experience section of your application. If you indicated NO to the question above, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience + The specific duties you performed related to your experience working with C# + Your level of responsibility 03 Selective Certification:Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional experience working with Microsoft SQL Server? + Yes + No 04 If you indicated YES to the question above, please describe the details of the experience you possess. Please be sure to address the items listed below in your response. The claimed experience must also be provided within the experience section of your application. If you indicated NO to the question above, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience + The specific duties you performed related to your experience working with Microsoft SQL Server + Your level of responsibility 05 Selective Certification:Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional experience working with .Net Framework 4.7 and above? + Yes + No 06 If you indicated YES to the question above, please describe the details of the experience you possess. Please be sure to address the items listed below in your response. The claimed experience must also be provided within the experience section of your application. If you indicated NO to the question above, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience + The specific duties you performed related to your experience working with .Net Framework 4.7 and above + Your level of responsibility 07 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Applications Developer 2 or Computer Programmer 4 for one or more years full-time? + Yes + No 08 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 09 How many years of full-time information technology experience in applications development or applications maintenance do you possess? + 1 or more years + 6 months but less than 1 year + Less than 6 months + None 10 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 11 How much graduate coursework have you completed in an information technology field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. + 30 credits or more + 15 but less than 30 credits + Less than 15 credits + None 12 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + Yes 13 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – APPLICATION PLANNING Identifies objectives and operational needs, alternative design options and their feasibility, and determines existing system inefficiencies or problems, level of utilization, and computer equipment capabilities. Develops specifications for proposed business applications and provides recommendations for systems parameters, including the proposed schedule and projected costs for development. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience developing application specifications for proposed business applications. I was also responsible for providing a proposed timeline for task completion and the projected costs for development. + B. I have experience planning and implementing application specifications; however, someone else was responsible for providing a proposed timeline for task completion and the projected costs for development based on the specifications I developed. + C.I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to application planning and design, project planning and implementation, or project management. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 14 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The actual duties you performed related to application planning. + Your level of responsibility. 15 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 16 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT Develops or customizes and tests application systems to support users. Develops detailed functional specifications for system customizations, modifications, or workflow development based on business requirements. Writes code for update statements, modules, and programs as required. Makes recommendations if standard solutions are appropriate or if customizations are needed or feasible. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience developing or customizing new and existing application systems to support users utilizing C# programming and GenTax software. I was responsible for testing applications to identify and resolve any performance or workflow issues. + B. I have experience developing or customizing new and existing application systems to support users utilizing any object-oriented programming language, e.g., VB.Net or C#. I was responsible for testing applications to identify and resolve any performance or workflow issues. I do not have experience related to GenTax software. + C.I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to application development. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 17 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience developing or customizing new and existing application systems to support users utilizing application development software, and the type(s) of software. + Your experience testing applications to identify and resolve any performance or workflow issues. + Your level of responsibility. 18 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 19 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – SOURCE CODE MANAGEMENT Utilizes source code management tools to monitor application changes and effectively update source code. Deploys updated source code to test production environments to support continued application functionality. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience utilizing a code repository to monitor and track application changes. I was solely responsible for approving, deploying, and managing source code to test production environments. + B. I have experience utilizing a code repository to monitor and track application changes. Someone else approved or deployed my source code to test production environments. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to source code management systems or software engineering tools and practices. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 20 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience utilizing a code repository to monitor and track application changes. + Your level of responsibility. 21 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 22 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Troubleshoots and resolves application issues. Responds to escalated incidents by diagnosing and troubleshooting issues and works with end users and service providers to resolve issues. Provides guidance to users, managers, and other information technology professionals in application planning, design, implementation, operation, security, and quality assurance. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience troubleshooting and resolving application issues. I was responsible for resolving all levels of technical questions and issues. I was the escalation point for complex issues referred by lower-level technicians. + B. I have experience troubleshooting and resolving application issues. I was responsible for resolving routine questions and issues but referred more complex technical issues to a higher-level technician for resolution. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to application troubleshooting. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 23 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience troubleshooting and resolving application issues. + Your level of responsibility. 24 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 25 WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – SECURITY Follows established standards to ensure adherence with established security policies. Processes all security requests for access to application systems, determines user roles, and coordinates security requirements with other IT areas. Researches current security solutions and informs management of emerging technologies. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience configuring user roles and processing security requests for access to application systems. + B. I have experience processing security requests for access to application systems based on user roles that someone else configured. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to information technology security. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 26 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience processing security requests and/or configuring user roles. + Your level of responsibility. 27 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 28 WORK BEHAVIOR 6 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION Prepares technical or narrative documents such as status reports, implementation plans, testing script materials, and user acceptance documents and plans, which identify progress and/or deviations from objectives. Authors narrative and analytical reports that convey application effectiveness in meeting business requirements. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience preparing technical or narrative documents such as status reports, requirements and design documents, testing script materials, and user acceptance documents and plans. I was responsible for the final document that conveyed customized information to the intended recipients. + B. I have experience preparing technical or narrative documents such as status reports, requirements and design documents, testing script materials, and user acceptance documents and plans. I was responsible for compiling a portion of the document, but someone else was responsible for the final version that conveyed customized information to the intended recipients. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, journalism, or communications. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 29 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience preparing technical or narrative documents such as status reports, requirements and design documents, testing script materials, and user acceptance documents and plans. + Your level of responsibility. 30 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov