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Note: Only those serving in the permanent civil service title of Computer Specialist (Software) will be considered.The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.ResponsibilitiesThe Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time Computer Specialist (Software) L4, in the Bureau of Technology Development and Systems. Reporting directly to the Director of Applications Development, the successful candidate will be responsible developing and supporting web and mobile applications. Additional responsibilities include the following:• Develop and support web and mobile applications to work in multiple platform, following industry standard and best practice.• Accurately interpret requirement specifications and carry out coding tasks in a timely manner.• Define the logic and flow of an application based on the design specifications.• Thoroughly test all aspects of development to ensure that products provided are as bug free.• Application deployment to production and user support• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.Special Working Conditions: May be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.Minimum Qualifications• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by twenty-four (24) semester credits in computer science or a related computer field and two (2) years of satisfactory full-time software experience in designing, programming, debugging, maintaining, implementing, and enhancing computer software applications, systems programming, systems analysis and design, data communication software, or database design and programming, including one year in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six (6) years of full-time satisfactory software experience as described in “1" above, including one year in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or• A satisfactory combination of education and experience that is equivalent to (1) or (2) above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience in (2) above on the basis that sixty (60) semester credits from an accredited college is equated to one year of experience. A masters degree in computer science or a related computer field may be substituted for one year of the required experience in (1) or (2) above. However, all candidates must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, plus at least one (1) year of satisfactory full-time software experience in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project.NOTE: In order to have your experience accepted as Project Leader or Major Contributor experience, you must explain in detail how your experience qualifies you as a project leader or as a major contributor. Experience in computer operations, technical support, quality assurance (QA), hardware installation, help desk, or as an end user will not be accepted for meeting the minimum qualificationrequirements.Special NoteTo be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, in addition to the Qualification Requirements stated above, individuals must have one year of satisfactory experience in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project in data administration, database management systems, operating systems, data communications systems, capacity planning, and/or on-line applications programming.Preferred SkillsStrong proficiency in JavaScript and ReactJS framework or other front-end development frameworks is required. Candidate will also need to possess advanced knowledge of web-related technologies such as HTM5L, CSS, and the DOM and have utilized UI libraries such as Prime React, Bootstrap, Ant Design or Material UI to build applications that works on multiple form factors. Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs is also required. Knowledge of modern version control systems (GitHub) and automated build workflows/pipelines for web applications. The individual will thrive in a fast-paced agile environment founded on strong analytical and communication skills. Member should be enthusiastic and open for learning new skills and keen on understanding new technologies. Knowledge of Java, PL/SQL and Oracle suite of software/cloud and backend development a plus. Knowledge of modern authentication protocols and mechanisms such as JWT, OAuth2, etc.55a ProgramThis position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.Public Service Loan ForgivenessAs a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.Residency RequirementNew York City Residency is not required for this position.Additional InformationThe City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy., $111,313.00 – $154,141.00