Software Application Developer

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 Software Application Developer works independently as a technical specialist responsible for designing, programming, configuring, testing, and supporting complex IT solutions for Franc hise Tax Board (FTB's) that are developed with Java/J2EE, Jakarta EE Framework, Jakarta Batch, Java Services (SOAP and REST-based), Web applications, and interfaces . The So ftware Application Developer also provides consulting services to application and infrastructure areas to leverage and interface with Java and Java web services efficiently and effectively. In this role you will work independently and with other technical staff to troubleshoot complex software problems and assist with resolution and preventive measures. You will establish and maintain collaborative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work in order to participate on projects, communicate with teammates, customers, management, vendors and other stakeholders. The work will be performed within the framework of the department's mission and values with the objective of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the department's systems and programs. Effective communication and accurate documentation are essential parts of this role

Additional positions may become available (RPA 2526-02697).

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Working Conditions

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 View email address on calcareers.ca.gov . Please include the job control (JC) number and the position title in the subject line.

• This position requires 4 or more days in the office per week. It is designated office-centeredand may be eligible for some remote work based on departmental guidelines and operationalneed. .

• Interviews will be conducted in person.

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship or a training plan, now or in the future.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to .

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 172: All candidates for, appointees to, and employees in the state civil service shall possess the general qualifications of integrity, honesty, sobriety, dependability, industry, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, ability to work cooperatively with others, willingness and ability to assume the responsibilities and to conform to the conditions of work characteristic of the employment, and a state of health, consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. Where the position requires the driving of an automobile, the employee must have a valid state driver's license, a good driving record and is expected to drive the car safely. The foregoing general qualifications shall be deemed to be a part of the personal characteristics of the minimum qualifications of each class specification and need not be specifically set forth therein.

**IMPORTANT NOTICE** As required by the department's rules of conduct, all employees of the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) must be in compliance with the California Revenue and Taxation Code. During the background investigation portion of the hiring process, FTB will review return information to verify California state income tax compliance.  Any failure to comply with the California Revenue and Taxation Code may prevent you from being hired at FTB. You must verify your filing status by calling Show phone number to resolve any potential tax compliance issues, prior to submitting your application and seeking employment with FTB. All applicants not currently employed with the Franchise Tax Board will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice to disclose criminal records. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing or speech impairments, call TTY/TDD Show phone number.

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:

We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below. Please highlight your knowledge, skills, and experience related to these desirable qualifications in your application package:

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 Desirables Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements".

• Experience as software developer with OOP (Java)
• Experience with Java, Jakarta EE Framework, Jakarta Batch, Java Services (SOAP and REST-based), and Web applications
• Experience working with and doing code review through source control such as Azure DevOps, TFVC, and/or GIT
• Experience implementing data structures, working with relational databases and writing structured Query Languages (SQL) queries(SQL Server, T-SQL, ANDI, etc.)
• Experience debugging (Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA)
• Experience working as part of an Software Development Life-cycle (SDLC) team
• Experience building and deploying through CI/CD technologies (Openshift, Azure release pipelines, etc.)
• Experience with Franchise Tax Board (FTB) EDR2 programs or Legacy Compliance applications (Audit, Collections) as part ofsoftware development life-cycle team
• Knowledge and experience with application servers like JBoss, IBM WebSphere, Microsoft IIS Server
• Experience providing productions support for an Enterprise System

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

In addition, Franchise Tax Board offers the following:

• Convenient transportation and commuting options include : Light Rail stop, bicycle lockers, free parking, and carpool/vanpool opportunities

Additional Application Instructions

A complete application package must be received in the Classification & Hiring Unit or postmarked by the final filing date and must include:

Completed employment information on the STD. 678, including the “From” and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week,” and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” fields (resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678)

• All of the required documents listed in the “Required Application Package Documents” section 
• The position number and job control number in the job title line of the STD. 678, if submitting a paper application package (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title line of the STD. 678 if submitting an electronic application through your CalCareer Account )
• A signature, if submitting a paper application package

Candidates who do not follow all of the listed application instructions may be eliminated from the selection process. All submitted information will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section.

Do not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other -

  REQUIRED: If you are basing your eligibility on educational requirements, you MUST provide a legible copy of your transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirement as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under “Minimum Requirements” on the left-hand side of this job posting). Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a foreign transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts may be official or unofficial; please redact birthdates and social security numbers. If you are not basing your eligibility on an educational requirement, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).

• Other -

  A cover letter is required and must be included.

• Supplemental Application -

  In order to be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a supplemental application. Your response must be no more than one type-written page in length, using 12-point font, 1-inch standard margins and include your first and last name in the upper right-hand corner of the page. Respond to the following supplemental statement(s):

  Provide an example when you had multiple high-priority tasks due at the same time.

  • How did you prioritize your work?
  • What challenges did you face?
  • How did you overcome these challenge