Job Posting: Application Solutions Architect - Rate Regulation Branch

Department of Insurance

JC-521370
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Application Solutions Architect - Rate Regulation Branch
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 6/29/2026

Job Description and Duties

This position is being re-advertised. To be considered for this recruitment you must submit your application and all required documents to this Job Control.


Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, remote centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Application Solutions Architect with experience; designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, user-centric solutions using Microsoft PowerApps; customizing and extending Microsoft Dynamics 365; and applying secure development practices following solution achitecture pinciples within a governed enviornment.

 

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

 

Under the general direction of the IT Manager I (ADAM), Microsoft Platform Development Section, the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) serves as the architectural and technical lead for Rate Regulation Branch (RRB) systems, designing and developing complex, mission-critical applications. The incumbent provides technical expertise and recommendations on strategies, policies, and standards, mentors developers, and collaborates with staff to implement systems supporting RRB operations, including data governance, modeling, and risk analysis. Using Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, plugins, workflows), Snowflake, and analytics tools, the ITS II builds secure, scalable solutions and integrates Snowflake with Power Platform via connectors, workflows, and APIs to enable data-driven decision-making. Working with actuaries and subject matter experts, the incumbent establishes technical standards and oversees future state solutions aligned with business objectives across software engineering, systems engineering, and project management domains.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR

website (www.calhr.ca.gov).

New to state service? Learn how to apply here.

 

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

Working Conditions

  • The incumbent must be able to work in a high-rise building.
  • The incumbent may telework in accordance with CDI's Telework Policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed; other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.
  • Ability to transport documents and/or equipment up to 15-20 lbs., i.e., laptop computers, files, reference manuals, solicitation documents, etc.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-521370
Position #(s):
413-105-1414-013
Working Title:
Application Solutions Architect - Rate Regulation Branch
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state’s consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world.

 

Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.

 

Administration & Licensing Services Branch

Information Technology Divison

Application Development & Maintenance Bureau

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

 

  • Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link below.
  • Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees
  • Resume

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 6/29/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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:

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Attn: Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 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 required and must be included.
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:

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Power Apps (Canvas & Model-Driven Apps) Development – advanced experience building complex, responsive business applications.
  • Power Automate (Flow) Design – ability to create automated workflows, approvals, and integrations.
  • Power Fx & Formula Writing – deep knowledge of Power Apps formulas, logic, component creation, and performance tuning.
  • JavaScript & TypeScript (PCF Controls) – creating and extending Power Apps Component Framework components.
  • Custom Connectors Development – building and securing connectors for external APIs.
  • Dataverse Expertise – designing tables, relationships, business rules, and security models.
  • Experience using analytics and reporting tools, such as Power BI or similar platforms, to design, develop, and maintain enterprise reporting solutions.
  • Solution Architecture & ALM – using solutions, environment strategies, pipelines, GitHub/Azure DevOps for CI/CD.
  • SharePoint Integration – building apps that read/write data to SharePoint lists and libraries.
  • Azure Integration – using Azure Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, Service Bus, or Azure AD.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

  • A demonstrated interest in assuming increasing responsibility, utilizing sound judgment and discretion with minimal supervision.
  • Efficiency and accuracy in completing work with a demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a face-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to communicate well with both technical and business audiences.
  • Understand the importance of meeting business needs through innovative solutions.
  • Ability to act tactfully in difficult situations, negotiate and resolve issues without confrontation, follow guidelines, and assist others.
  • Customer service focused, with experience in evaluating IT business needs and recommending effective solutions.

Benefits

  • Flexible work hours
  • Remote work options
  • Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On the Job Training
  • Career Services Program
  • Recognition Program
  • Paid Holidays and leave
  • Defined benefit retirement program
  • Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
  • Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

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 position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consultation Unit
(916) 492-3300
marc.yee@insurance.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 492-3024
OCR@insurance.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.

Examination Information

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Information Technology Specialist II examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment. Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions.

 

Information Technology Specialist II: Exam Bulletin

 

Step 2 - Submit your application including all required documents, by using the "Apply Now" button found at the top of this bulletin.

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.

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