Job Posting: Cloud Architect

Cradle-to-Career

JC-422336
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Cloud Architect
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

$8,961.00 - $12,009.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Job Description and Duties

This position is eligible for teleworking under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, but some in-office work may be required.

California’s long-awaited statewide Cradle-to-Career Data System has launched. You can help build a statewide system that brings together existing data with an aim of addressing barriers to opportunity from early learning, through K-12, college, and career. The Cloud Architect will fill a lead role in the design, development, maintenance, and operation of the Data System.

 

About You

You are a systems and platform thinker that loves enabling data teams with tools to do their work efficiently and effectively. The following captures the intersection of your interests and expertise:

  • You love engaging with people as much as engaging with data and technology.
  • You are constantly learning and engaged in the modern data stack ecosystem and enjoy staying up to date on emerging and best practices.
  • You have a knack for and enjoy communicating technical and architectural tradeoffs clearly to different audiences.
  • You value simplicity and elegance in architecting solutions over needless complexity and have a sixth sense for evaluating platforms that are fit for purpose.
  • You like keeping knowledge fresh on platforms and are willing to get in and support the team on testing and implementing platforms.
  • You value good documentation and guidance to help others successfully use data platforms.
  • You take pleasure in sharing your knowledge and experience with others to help them succeed in adopting modern data practices.
  • You relish demonstrating the value of a cloud-first approach to data tools and the benefits of applying software engineering approaches to data work and are eager to hands-on engage with project work to ensure that value is communicated.
  • You are excited about applying your talents to improve the lives of Californians.


We are advertising this position as until filled. We will review applications on the second Friday of each month.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-422336
Position #(s):
424-100-1415-002
Working Title:
Cloud Architect
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
$8,961.00 - $12,009.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Office of Cradle-to-Career Data (C2C) is a recently established office working to build a new statewide data system that will provide tools to help students reach their goals and deliver information on education and workforce outcomes. The office is building a suite of user-friendly resources focused on early learning through K-12 and higher education, as well as on the financial aid and social services that help students reach their goals. The vision is to foster evidence-based decision-making to help Californians build more equitable futures and empower individuals to reach their full potential.
Department Website: https://www.c2c.ca.gov

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

You must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You need to provide direct responses to each of the numbered items. You must include the numbered item followed by your response. Include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.


1. Please describe your experience (including number of years, in what role, and for what employer) engaging in data engineering projects. Highlight some examples and discuss the problem, your contribution and the approach, the result, and lessons learned.
2. How would you articulate the benefits of a cloud-based data stack to an audience most familiar with on-premise platforms?
3. How have you improved the data engineering practices in a former role? What approaches did you find most successful? Least successful?

Note: If you do not follow the instructions, you may not move forward in this recruitment. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Cradle-to-Career
Attn: Human Resources Office – Mari Rodriguez
1515 S Street
North Building, Suite 500
Sacramento, CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Cradle-to-Career
Human Resources Office – Mari Rodriguez
1810 16th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Other - If you are basing your eligibility on education, provide your unofficial transcripts. If you are using foreign transcripts, you must provide a transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which the foreign course work is equal. You will need to submit official transcripts at the offer stage. If you are not basing your eligibility on education, do not provide your unofficial transcripts. Select Choose/Upload for the required document. Then select Bypass File.
  • Statement of Qualifications - You must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). See the Special Requirements section for instructions.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Experience integrating disparate data systems, preferably those housing educational data
  • Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience designing and implementing cloud-based data warehouse solutions (e.g., Snowflake)
  • Experience designing and implementing Master Data Management (MDM) solutions (e.g., Tamr)
  • Experience designing and implementing industry standard Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions (e.g., Ping Identity)
  • Experience monitoring systems stability and performance and ensure system availability, reliability, and usability
  • Experience managing agile teams of professionals and effectively coaching them to achieve high performance
  • Experience planning and managing strategic projects, and being accountable for results
  • Current AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
  • Current AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: https://www.c2c.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Mari Rodriguez
(916) 273-9206
Marianela.rodriguez@calhr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lesley Taylor
(916) 208-8493
lesley.taylor@c2c.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
RA Coordinators
(916) 324-3235
RACoordinators@calhr.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Information

When completing the State application, STD 678, you must include a description of the duties performed for each position held. You may not move forward in this recruitment if you write “See Resume."

Redact confidential information from all documents you submit for this position. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to:

  • Social security number (CalCareers removes this from the first page of the State application, STD. 678, upon submission)
  • Birthdate
  • Student identification number
  • Driver license number (unless required)
  • Basis of eligibility
  • Examination results
  • LEAP status
  • Marital status
  • Age
You can apply in one of three ways:
  • Online (preferred),
  • U.S. mail, parcel deliver or courier service, or
  • In person
We may fill additional positions from this recruitment.

Examination Information

We have a three-step guide to a state job.

You must pass an examination to become a state employee. State examinations measure your skills and experience. When you pass an examination, you become list eligible, which allows us to consider you for this appointment.

Before you start the examination:

  • Review the sample questions in the examination bulletin.
  • Have your resume handy. You will need it during the examination.
The examination starts with a series of questions. They confirm you meet the minimum qualifications.

Take the online Information Technology Specialist III exam to become list eligible for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
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