APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER I

Date: Mar 10, 2026

Req ID: 56042

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72209

Category: DEPT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $66,458.08

Position Summary

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.

This position requires on-site employment with no remote or hybrid options available.

Preferred Qualification

Experience with Microsoft SQL
Experience with VB.net
Experience with C#
Experience coding from user requirement documents
Experience gathering user requirements

Job Responsibilities and Expected Results

Key Responsibilities

Software Development: Design, code, and test software applications based on user requirements.

Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including designers and project managers, to ensure application functionality meets business needs.

Maintenance: Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing applications, ensuring optimal performance and user satisfaction.

Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of development processes, code changes, and application features for future reference.

Expected Results

Functional Applications: Deliver applications that are user-friendly, efficient, and meet specified requirements.

Timely Updates: Ensure timely updates and maintenance of applications to keep them relevant and functional.

User Satisfaction: Achieve high levels of user satisfaction through effective problem-solving and application performance.

Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment that enhances productivity and innovation within the development team.

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.