Job Description
Are you a visionary IT professional ready to drive digital transformation in public service? The City of Oakland Department of Information Technology is urgently hiring a Senior Information Technology Specialist to lead critical infrastructure projects and secure our city's digital future.
We are looking for a technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and is passionate about using technology to improve the lives of Oakland residents. Join us in building a smarter, more connected community.
Responsibilities
- Lead the architecture, deployment, and maintenance of core municipal software systems.
- Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local cybersecurity standards and protocols.
- Manage complex IT initiatives from conception through final deployment, adhering to agile methodologies.
- Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to junior IT staff and city department stakeholders.
- Optimize database performance and system reliability to support 24/7 city operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technological needs and develop scalable solutions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent extensive experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in software development, IT infrastructure management, or systems administration.
- Strong proficiency in Python, Java, or C# and database management (SQL).
- Certification in CompTIA Security+ or CISSP is highly desirable.
- Proven experience working within a government or public sector environment is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.