Information Technology Specialist 2 (Programming)

Position Summary The NYSTRS Information Technology Division is seeking a candidate for an Information Technology Specialist 2-Programming position for the Investment Solutions team. The role supports investment‑related applications and integrations between NYSTRS and third‑party systems, performing advanced technical work on complex projects while maintaining high standards of integrity and customer service. NY HELPS Program This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). All promotional opportunities must be exhausted before a non‑state employee can be appointed via NY HELPS. For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled with a non‑competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and any specialized requirements of the title. Within one year of a permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to be converted to competitive status without a new examination. Minimum Qualifications Reachable on the Civil Service eligible list; or Eligible for reassignment as an Information Technology Specialist 2‑Programming (SG‑18); or Eligible for transfer under the Civil Service Law with one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title. To be appointed via the NY HELPS program, you must meet the following requirements: Bachelor’s or higher‑level degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science; or Bachelor’s or higher‑level degree in any field and one year of experience in information technology; or 60 semester credit hours including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science and one year of experience in information technology; or Two years of experience in information technology. Preferred Qualifications Experience in application development and configuration using an object‑oriented programming language (e.g., C#, Java, C++). Experience in application development and configuration using a functional programming language (e.g., R). Experience with developing or modifying existing stored procedures, triggers, packages, and database objects for relational database management systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database). Applied experience in analyzing, developing, and supporting interactive external web applications. Experience working with investment‑related applications. Knowledge of RESTful APIs for seamless communication between web services. Familiarity with Integrated Development Environments (Microsoft Visual Studio, Visual Code, Eclipse). Familiarity with GIT‑based source control solutions for efficient code management. A commitment to providing outstanding support to end‑users. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments. Work Modality Currently we have a hybrid work schedule which may be subject to change in the future. Job Duties Work collaboratively with Supervisors, Business Analysts, Project Leaders, other Programmers, and Business Users on NYSTRS applications. Gather requirements and create design and technical specifications from business users. Create, enhance, and support NYSTRS Applications using various development platforms and technologies through programming and configuration. Create testing plans and scripts and perform testing as required. Develop detailed technical and functional documentation. Manage and maintain work items within our ServiceNow platform. Follow and support the Secure Systems Development Lifecycle as defined for NYSTRS (SSDLC). Salary Grade Grade 18 – Salary Range: $78,669 to $115,477. Job Type Civil Service / CSEA. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement At NYSTRS, diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our mission of providing our members with a secure pension and exceptional customer service. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable culture where all diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment across all operations. NYSTRS is proud to provide equal opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender expression or identity, national origin, age, ability and disability status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. We are committed to being a workplace that attracts, supports, and retains talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences while championing equal opportunity across recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYSTRS