Los Angeles County is hiring: SOFTWARE ENGINEER in Los Angeles

EXAM TITLE

Software Engineer (Payroll Title: Application Developer II)

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

Open Competitive Job Opportunity

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

We will begin receiving applications on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Monday, October 6, 2025, to be accepted.

Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments provide vital public services. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a wide range of opportunities and careers. We offer a strong public-sector benefits package, health care options, retirement plans, and work-life balance to reach personal and professional potential.

For detailed information on employee benefits, please review the classification specification for the Software Engineer (Application Developer II).

Essential Job Functions

• Analyzes, designs, develops, tests, debugs, installs, and deploys application software programs to build/maintain/modify business applications and interfaces according to user stories, requirements, and program specifications in the application development environments.
• Captures software requirements and develops requirement specifications, user stories, functional and technical design specifications, user manuals, and release notes in collaboration with team members.
• Develops and supports front-end software applications, including user interfaces, mobility, business intelligence and reporting, and enterprise content management using various development tools.
• Develops and supports middle-tier software applications, including web services integration, business process management, business rules, API governance, and application security using various tools.
• Develops and supports back-end software applications in data integration and replication, data modeling, data security, AI/ML, and database management using various tools.
• Develops and/or supports tools and automation processes, including release management, configuration management, source control, and operational support using various tools.
• Performs unit, functional, integration, automated system, and/or performance testing for new or existing software applications.
• Provides support on application issues in development, QA, training, and production environments by investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving issues.
• Researches application development tools and methodologies to provide recommendations for improving software.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Software Engineer (Application Developer II).

Requirements to Qualify

Two (2) years of experience within the last five (5) years analyzing, designing, evaluating, developing, coding, testing, and maintaining application systems.

Withhold information

No withholding will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing.

License

A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Physical Class

Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring a light physical effort, including occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Veteran's Credit Information

The County of Los Angeles policy states that a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for open competitive examinations will be added to the final passing grade for honorably discharged veterans who served under specific conditions. For more information on veteran’s credit, please review the guidelines mentioned in the original posting.

Examination content

This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:

Part I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 40%, assessing: deductive reasoning, professional potential, achievement, working relationships, analyzing information, learning quickly, generating ideas, time management, quality standards, adaptability, coping with uncertainty, willingness to learn, and responsibility.

Candidates may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. Only those achieving a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I will have Part II scored.

Part II: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 60%, assessing: HTML/CSS and related skills for the role.

Note: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per civil service rule 7.19.

Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part to be placed on the eligible list.

Transfers and Test Preparation

Transfer of test components may apply if you have taken identical components recently for other exams. Test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for the assessment.

Additional information and resources can be found on the county job toolkit and related practice tests.

Eligibility and Vacancy Information

Candidates who pass the assessment are placed on a list for six months and vacancies are filled from this list as they occur.

Application and Filing Information

We accept online applications only. Do not submit by mail, fax, or in person. Apply online by clicking the Apply button. Provide complete work history, including employer, address, job title, dates, hours per week, and description of duties. Applications may be verified at any stage of the process. Falsification may result in disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided. If you opt out from emails, you may view notices by logging into the posting site. Please add the following domains as approved senders to prevent email filtering: governmentjobs.com, shl.com, proctoru.com, amcatmail.com, hr.lacounty.gov.

New email addresses must be verified once per address. This is to enhance security of the online application process.

All applicants must file online using their own user ID and password. Do not use someone else’s login information.

Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County recognizes and affirms equality and is committed to ARDI goals in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Testing Accommodation: If an accommodation is required, you may request it during application. You may need to provide documentation from a qualified provider to support the request. Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov

Department Contact: James Cheung | Phone: (213) 433-2962 | Email: jcheung@hr.lacounty.gov