APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER I

Date: Aug 7, 2026

Req ID: 59029

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPT OF FINANCE AND ADMIN

Anticipated Starting Salary: $66,458

Position Number: 22144553
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 8/21/2026
Anticipated Starting Salary: $66,458
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Preferred Qualifications:

At least Two (2) years' experience in developing training material on an application dealing with Finance, Budget, and/or Procurement (Preferably SAP or ERP related). Business process knowledge in general financial management including but not limited to: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Cash Management, Materials Management is highly preferred. Ability to absorb new technology & propose the creation of relevant training materials where feasible to improve state education and job readiness. Well versed in current versions of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, as well as any experience in WalkMe, Joule, or any other type of LMS software. Ability to work multiple work items to targeted completion dates. Ability to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of Learning management software systems and a commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry best practices and advancements.

The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

Position Information

Job Series: Information Technology – Application Support

Classification: Applications Developer I

Class Code: IAS04P

Pay Grade: IST06

Salary Range: $66,458 – $108,431

Job Summary

The Applications Developer I is responsible for designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software applications tailored to meet the needs of agencies or end-users. Working as part of a development team or individually, the Applications Developer I collaborates with clients, analysts, and project managers in an attempt to translate business requirements into functional applications. The role requires proficiency in programming languages, knowledge of software development methodologies, and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize performance in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Analyze user needs and business requirements to design software solutions. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript. Develop, test, and deploy new applications or features. Maintain and update existing applications to ensure functionality and improve user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, project managers, and quality assurance, to deliver high-quality software products. Debug and resolve issues in software applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices in software development. Provide support and training to end-users when needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Attention to detail and ability to work independently or collaboratively. Adaptability in learning and applying new technologies quickly.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

Proven expertise in at least one programming language and familiarity with databases such as MySQL or MongoDB may be required.

Experience in using frameworks such as .NET, Django, or React may be required.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.

Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.