Application Developer & Database Engineer

NY HELP No

Agency MTA Inspector General, Office of

Title Application Developer & Database Engineer

Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit None listed

Salary Range From $132039 to $145243 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address 1 Penn Plaza

Suite 1110

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10119

Duties Description Duties and Responsibilities:- Serves as the technical resource for various IT technologies, possessing in-depth knowledge of their capabilities and constraints to enhance the MTA/OIG integrated systems.- Designs, develops, and maintains enterprise applications tailored to meet business needs while administering and optimizing both relational and non-relational databases for peak performance and reliability.- Implements secure coding practices to ensure compliance with organizational standards, as well as developing and maintaining APIs and integration points for seamless data flow across systems.- Monitors application and database performance, troubleshoots, and resolve complex issues.- Implements data security measures, including encryption and access controls.- Designs, builds, and deploys machine learning and AI models, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, training, and optimization.- Develops AI powered applications and services using modern frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and integrates them into enterprise systems.- Creates and maintains APIs, automation pipelines, and model serving[MS1.1] infrastructure to support scalable AI workloads.- Implements security, compliance, and ethical AI controls across datasets, models, and application integrations.- Evaluates emerging AI technologies and recommends solutions to modernize architecture, improve performance, and enhance automation.[MS2.1]- Ensures adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements while collaborating with IT team and business stakeholders to maintain clear technical documentation.- Evaluates emerging technologies and recommends improvements to application and database environments and supports modernization initiatives such as cloud migration and automation projects.- Promotes a strong understanding of both current and future technology architecture, reviewing capacity, storage, and performance of assigned technologies against optimal performance thresholds.- Analyzes and interprets data to identify performance and data storing capacity issues, and recommending solutions, will be essential.- Addresses cross-technology and platform issues with consideration of current and future architecture, designing technical solutions using non-linear analysis, such as charting decision trees and tracking multiple interdependencies, will also be key aspects of this role.- Participates in the planning and evaluation of new technologies to determine their applicability and cost implications.- Proposes technology solutions and designing architectural roadmaps from conceptual to physical design, identifies monitoring points, and recommends actions to ensure optimal performance and reliability.- Provides technical leadership to IT colleagues to promote technical understanding and talent development.- Develops, researches, and recommends technology investments with thorough technical analysis and business case.- Develops disaster recovery and contingency plans to minimize service interruptions and interacts with major providers to address mission-critical issues by enforcing Service Level Agreements (SLAs).- Establishes systems to monitor compliance with architectural standards and ensuring technical integrity.- Supports and maintains the OIG SharePoint library sites, ensuring content remains current.- Provides technical guidance on Microsoft technology offerings and capabilities, assisting in developing and implementing employee development through training and technology transfer, and ensuring compliance with MTA/IT and OIG policies, procedures, and regulations. - Demonstrates sound ethics and good judgment and handles confidential information carefully.- Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Information Technology or their designee. - This position may also require travel within the MTA service area and working outside regular business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications / Relevant Experience:- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field (required).- 10+ years of experience in application development and database administration.- Strong knowledge of relational and non-relational database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB).- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python.- Experience with API development and system integration.- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and containerization technologies.- Strong understanding of security best practices and compliance standards.- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.- Strong knowledge of complex IT architecture in multiple technologies and across multiple domains, such as networking and data storage.- Knowledge of networks, operating systems, system monitoring, security, and technology infrastructure. - Knowledge of multiple technologies and their inter-operability, including Microsoft Cloud technologies, Intune, Teams, Azure Rights Management, Azure Active Directory and SharePoint is highly preferred.- Knowledge and experience troubleshooting these platforms: Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, DNS, SharePoint, Skype for Business, OneDrive for Business, SMTP\Mail Relay, Outlook client configuration and PowerShell.- Demonstrated knowledge of new technologies, architecture and industry trends to better serve the enterprise's architecture needs and support department standards.- Knowledge of computer hardware, servers, and client devices.- Ability to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision.- Ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities while maintaining careful attention to detail and accuracy.- Subject to the approval of the Chief of Staff, this position is eligible for hybrid teleworking.

Additional Comments How to Apply:- Please submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected] Reference the Job Title for which you are applying for in your email subject line.

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Name Director of Recruitment

Telephone 212-878-0000

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 1 Penn Plaza

Suite 1110

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10119

Notes on Applying How to Apply:- Please submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected] Reference the Job Title for which you are applying for in your email subject line.