Senior Tech Lead - Programmer 3

Client Name: City of New York

Start Date: May 26, 2025

End Date: October 24, 2025

Contract Length (in weeks): 22

SCOPE OF SERVICES:

Note: This position will be considered for consultant to permanent City hire.

TASKS:

• Ensure successful technology delivery of citywide MWBE Business Diversity Software implementation.
  
• Design and implement a comprehensive solution leveraging both custom development and COTS solutions as appropriate.
  
• Be hands-on as needed writing code, configuring COTS solutions, creating architecture diagrams, building automation pipelines, building integrations, submitting technical requests such as build of materials, firewall rule changes, security changes, etc.
  
• Manage all phases of the development lifecycle: requirements gathering, architecture design, development oversight, testing, and deployment.
  
• Ensure adherence to legal, technological, and operational standards throughout the project.
  
• Provide technical direction and lead the development team in building a secure and robust solution.
  
• Establish and maintain a framework for technical standards and quality control processes.
  
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and ensure system stability.
  
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders (business and technical) to define project goals, scope, and potential risks.
  
• Provide clear communication regarding technical details, project progress, and potential roadblocks.
  
• Work closely with the client's Cyber Command unit to ensure security compliance throughout the development lifecycle.
  

Requirements

MANDATORY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Note: Candidates who do not have the mandatory skills will not be considered.

Technical Expertise:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development and technical leadership.
  
• Hands-on experience using a major programming language (Java, Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, Go)
  
• Strong understanding of Cloud-based architecture, with hands-on experience using Azure, or AWS
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe preferred).
  
• Experience with cloud-based SaaS solutions.
  
• Strong experience in Enterprise or Solution Architecture.
  
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience using DevOps toolsets.
  

Communication and Collaboration:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills.
  

Project Management and Organization:

• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively.
  

Security and Standards:

• Ability to articulate and recommend technology standards related to security, document transmission, and digital signatures.
  
• Ensure compliance with NYC Cyber Command Standards
  

DESIRABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

Business Acumen:

• Demonstrated experience in analyzing and interpreting policies and procedures.
  
• Ability to understand business requirements and document them into functional specifications.
  
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams (architects, developers, engineers, domain experts) to document non-functional requirements.
  
• Solid attention to detail.
  
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
  

Business Diversity Software:

• Knowledge of B2GNOW software or like solution.