Job Description 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.