Software Developer II

Requisition ID:

47931

Work Location:

COMIT - Municipal Center

Pay Range:

A.17, $80, $124,343.28

Starting Salary:

Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule:

M-F; 8am to 5pm

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

12/16/25

Application Deadline:

12/23/25

Job Duties:

Award-winning. Results-drive. Future-ready.

We believe the government should be at the forefront of technological innovation. Our teams are experimenting with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other emerging technologies to conceive tomorrow's solutions. Our mission has never been clearer. We understand how citizens and employees can benefit from conveniences afforded by the latest tech offerings.

Our department provides training opportunities for staff at all levels. It's critical for IT members to constantly elevate their skill sets in preparation for what's to come. We appreciate candidates from diverse backgrounds who are energized by the challenges of working in government IT. An inquisitive imagination, purposeful passion, and consistent customer-focus are all welcome traits.

You might have what it takes. Apply today

The Software Developer II / DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, deploying, and supporting enterprise-level web and mobile applications. This role combines software engineering with modern DevOps practices to ensure efficient, reliable, and automated deployment processes across cloud and on-premise environments. The position supports city operations and collaborates with Agile teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and maintain cross-platform mobile applications using React Native and web applications using

• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to automate build, testing, and deployment processes.

• Configure deployment workflows to AWS Lambda and S3 for web applications.

• Oversee automated delivery workflows for mobile applications to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

• Participate in Agile Scrum teams to transform business requirements into technical solutions.

• Develop front-end and back-end components, APIs, web services, and integration services.

• Perform system configuration, storyboarding, technical documentation, and unit/system testing.

• Monitor and troubleshoot production systems to ensure high availability and performance.

• Perform continuous vulnerability assessments and risk management.

• Define and manage DevOps operations, including release, update, and support processes.

• Mentor and guide junior developers and team members.

This position offers a remote/hybrid work schedule arrangement within the Virginia and North Carolina surrounding areas. The City offers a generous and competitive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity leave, holidays, and Paid-Time-Off.

Official City Job Description:

Working Conditions:

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to eight (8) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills and abilities, and associated with such positions as full stack developer, software developer, application developer, software engineer; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Alpha I Status: Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required

DOT History: Not Required

CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required

Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Resume

Preferences:

Experience working on a security or network operations team
Knowledge of data base, network, virtualization, public cloud computing, OT operations, concepts & design
Knowledge of information and data security and privacy principles and best practices
Experience reviewing, prioritizing and triaging cybersecurity and/or network alerts
Experience configuring alert criteria in a monitoring system
Experince adding devices, systems/services to network, application/service monitoring systems

Special Instructions:

Alpha I Status: Employees in an Alpha 1 status are in essential service capacities. Employees are required to report to a worksite or work location regardless of the City's operational condition.

eVerify Requirement: The City of Virginia Beach does not participate in eVerify.

Interview Exercise: Please note the interview process will include an exercise.

• Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement