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# IT Specialist (Applications Software/Enterprise Architecture)

- **Company:** US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $107,446.0 - $139,684.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Cloud Engineering, Distributed Systems, Drupal, Network Topologies, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Scrum Methodology, Salesforce.Com, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Google Cloud, IT Architecture, Information Technology, Data Management, Devsecops, Microservices
- **Published:** July 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=19652d062794afa5

## About the Role

1. Attention to Detail - is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail;
 2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services;
 3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately; AND
 4. Problem Solving - identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendation

AND

In order to qualify for the GS-14, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include:

 1. Designing cloud-native architectures using platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to implement scalable infrastructure components across multiple availability zones;

 2. Developing enterprise-level applications using modern programming open-source languages (such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#, Drupal) and closed-source software languages (Salesforce) to build application programming interfaces (APIs), microservices, or user interfaces for distributed systems;

 3. Implementing DevSecOps pipelines and automated testing frameworks to integrate continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes while applying cybersecurity and access-management principles to ensure compliance with federal security standards; AND

 4. Serving as a technical advisor on cross-functional Agile or Scrum development teams to provide guidance on system integration solutions, IT policies, Software as a Service implementations, or security requirements for enterprise systems.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience., This job does not have an education qualification requirement., Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution., * Accountability

 * Attention to Detail
 * Customer Service
 * Decision Making
 * Flexibility
 * Influencing/Negotiating
 * Integrity/Honesty
 * Interpersonal Skills
 * Learning
 * Reading Comprehension
 * Reasoning
 * Self-Management
 * Stress Tolerance
 * Teamwork

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.

The assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

You will be placed in one of the following categories based on category rating and selection procedures if you meet all of the requirements outlined in this job opportunity announcement:

 * Best Qualified - for those who are superior in the evaluation criteria
 * Well Qualified - for those who excel in the evaluation criteria
 * Qualified - for those who only meet the minimum qualification requirements

If you are found to be among the top-qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

This is a competitive vacancy announcement advertised under Delegated Examining Authority. Selections made under this vacancy announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would therefore be given new appointments to the civil service; however, benefits, time served, and all other Federal entitlements would remain the same.

The category rating process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three" but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of professional or scientific positions at the GS-09 level or higher)., 1. Resume showing relevant experience; cover letter optional. NOTE: As of September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes that are two pages or less in length.Your resume must indicate your citizenship and whether you are registered with the Selective Service if you are a male born after December 31, 1959. Your resume must also list your work experience and education (if applicable), including the start and end dates (mm/yyyy) of each employment, along with the number of hours worked per week. For work in the Federal service, you must include the series and grade level for the position(s). For resume and application tips, visit: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/2026-required-documents.pdf

## Description

* Designs and/or develops software, systems, and system-to-system connections to achieve specified outcomes, capabilities, and architectures for data management.
 * Creates and reviews IT architecture design and network topologies, and leads the development of approaches to support infrastructure, applications, and data.
 * Provides technical guidance in the interpretation and application of policies, processes, and procedures related to software development, system modernization, and data management.
 * Maintains ongoing, timely communication with stakeholders to ensure consistency and accuracy in information-related initiatives, * All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.
 * Selective Service: Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered or exempt form Selective Service - http://www.sss.gov.
 * If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form 1-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System, Workplace Flexibility at CMS: This position has a regular and recurring reporting requirement to the CMS office listed in this announcement. CMS offers flexible working arrangements and allows employees the opportunity to participate in alternative work schedules at the manager's discretion., * Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.

 * Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.

 * Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.

 * Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused.

Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources at https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us.


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