Applications Development Supervisor

Applications Development Supervisor Job Location: 150 N 18th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007 Salary: $102,300 Grade: S29 This posting is for Current Internal ADHS Applicants ONLY. The App Dev Supervisor for the Public Health Systems Portfolio provides tactical leadership and technical oversight for a development team dedicated to the state’s most mission‑critical applications, including epidemiology registries, laboratory reporting systems, and trauma databases. This position is responsible for managing the full system development life cycle within a DevOps model, ensuring that all software solutions maintain uncompromising data integrity and high availability to satisfy rigorous federal compliance and reporting requirements. In addition to supervising daily development activities and ensuring the use of secure coding methodologies, the supervisor acts as a vital mentor and coach. The supervisor is tasked with performing regular skill analysis assessments to identify talent gaps and drive the professional growth of staff through targeted coaching and resource identification. By facilitating the team's adoption of new programming languages, frameworks, and modern coding standards as they are integrated into the agency’s technical stack, the supervisor ensures that staff skill sets remain current and capable of supporting evolving system requirements. This position bridges the gap between portfolio strategy and technical execution by conducting peer code reviews, coordinating the practical application of new methodologies within the daily workflow, and collaborating with IT management to standardize development tools and best practices. Ultimately, the supervisor ensures that the team is effectively equipped to deliver secure, reliable, and high‑quality software solutions that meet both the immediate needs of public health stakeholders and the long‑term architectural and security standards of the agency. Responsibilities Supervises staff, establishes schedules, and completes performance evaluations. Mentors staff through skill assessments and coaching on emerging languages/frameworks to ensure technical readiness for evolving agency needs. Provides high‑level technical guidance and resolves complex development issues. Leads the tactical adoption of modern technical stacks and architecture improvements to modernize the application portfolio. Directs end‑to‑end delivery of software solutions by managing resource allocation and monitoring levels of effort for projects. Oversees the design, testing, and deployment phases to ensure all deliverables meet agency security, documentation, and compliance standards. Oversees production support, resolving defects and system vulnerabilities to ensure high availability of applications. Monitors team adherence to best practices to maintain the highest levels of data integrity. Collaborates with Business Analysts, Project Managers, Quality Engineers, and stakeholders to validate requirements. Ensures technical solutions remain aligned with business needs and the mission. Fosters positive working relationships and partnerships. Other duties as assigned related to the position. Knowledge Broad understanding of all facets of team supervision and management. Thorough knowledge of service offerings, customer service principles and processes, back‑office server applications, desktop applications, web‑based applications, client/server applications, computer/networking hardware, standard operating systems, common third‑party software applications, internally developed custom applications, application integrations, networking protocols, and any other computer‑related technologies. Performance Management (PM), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), and Lean methodologies. Understanding of Agile project structures and practices. Basic understanding of emerging AI platforms and code enhancement tools. Understanding of wireframe workflows and business logic. Skills Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Strong customer service skills. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Proficient in performing skill analysis assessments and providing targeted technical coaching to developers. Estimating levels of effort (LOE), establishing project schedules, and allocating resources effectively across multiple priorities. Expertise in modern server‑side languages (e.g., C#, Python, or Java) and front‑end frameworks (e.g., React or Angular). Conducting peer code reviews and ensuring adherence to secure coding standards and SDLC methodologies. Translating complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders and Project Managers. Abilities Develop and write technical documentation. Quickly learn and develop in new programming languages, APIs, and platforms. Evaluate and test emerging technologies. Apply creative solutions to business problems to ensure business needs are most effectively met. Architect, build and launch complex applications. Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks. Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations. Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly. Build strong relationships inside and outside the organization. Resolve incidents/problems efficiently and effectively, recognizing customer competence levels, and approaching each level appropriately. Supervise medium to large teams. Understand and anticipate needs and priorities of both internal and external customers. Support a diverse multi‑cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity, and creates an inclusive work environment. Mentor and coach technical staff in the adoption of new methodologies and frameworks to ensure long‑term team capability. Translate high‑level portfolio requirements into actionable technical specifications and levels of effort. Maintain rigorous data integrity and system availability within high‑compliance environments. Conduct thorough peer code reviews and enforce secure coding standards across a diverse technical stack. Lead technical modernization efforts without disrupting the stability of legacy mission‑critical applications. Selective Preference Bachelor’s degree plus 3 or more years of experience in application development management (or equivalent experience). Pre‑Employment Requirements Must possess a valid level one fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to A.R.S. §36‑113. If the position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function, a valid driver’s license is required. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify). Benefits Affordable medical and dental insurance plans Paid vacation and sick time Paid Parental Leave—up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child 10 paid holidays per year Wellness program and plans Life insurance Short/long‑term disability insurance Defined retirement plan Award‑winning infant‑at‑work program Credit union membership Transit subsidy ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program Retirement The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to the employee’s contribution, resulting in a 50/50 split. New State employees have a 27‑week wait period for contributions to begin. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign‑language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. All newly hired employees will be subject to E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona State Government