Systems Team Leader

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Office of Information Technology

Opening Date: September 29, 2026

Closing Date: October 13, 2026

Grade/Admin Unit: 29 / Supervisory

Job Class Code: 0868
Salary: $76,079.20 - $107,655.65*/Annually (*includes 14.66% recruitment and retention stipend)
Position Number:

Location: Augusta

Telework: Available

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

OVERVIEW:

MaineIT is seeking a Systems Team Leader (STL) to provide technical and people leadership for teams responsible for developing, modernizing, integrating, implementing, and supporting technology solutions for the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This is a working technical leadership role that combines team supervision with hands-on technical direction. The STL leads developers, analysts, engineers, and other technical professionals while helping translate business needs into secure, reliable, accessible, and sustainable technology solutions. The role works closely with business leaders, product owners, architects, cybersecurity and infrastructure teams, vendors, and other technology partners. The STL provides leadership across the technology lifecycle-from requirements analysis and solution design through development, integration, deployment, operations, modernization, and continuous improvement. The role helps teams apply modern engineering and delivery practices, including cloud and platform services, APIs and systems integration, automation, secure software development, DevOps/continuous delivery, data integration, and appropriate use of emerging technologies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, coach, and develop multidisciplinary technical staff while establishing clear performance, professional development, and technical expectations.
• Lead technology initiatives and delivery efforts, managing priorities, resources, timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
• Analyze business and user needs and guide the design of practical, scalable, secure, accessible, and sustainable technology solutions.
• Provide technical direction for applications, APIs, integrations, data services, cloud and platform capabilities, and other technology components.
• Establish and promote sound engineering practices, including code and design reviews, automated testing, configuration management, secure development, performance and reliability validation, and technical debt reduction.
• Oversee implementation, release, maintenance, modernization, and lifecycle management of assigned technology solutions and services.
• Ensure technology solutions comply with applicable MaineIT policies and standards for cybersecurity, data protection, accessibility, architecture, configuration, and system development.
• Collaborate across business and technology organizations to resolve complex technical issues, manage risks, and continuously improve technology services and delivery practices.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

We are looking for a technology leader who can combine strong technical judgment with effective people leadership. You should be comfortable working across technical and business domains, communicating complex issues clearly, developing technical talent, and making thoughtful decisions about technology, risk, and sustainability. Experience with modern application development, systems integration, cloud or platform technologies, APIs, automation, DevOps practices, cybersecurity, data services, or technology modernization is highly relevant to this role.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of all phases of the project development cycle.
• Knowledge of system design principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of state of the art application development tools and their applicability to problem solving.
• Knowledge of the capabilities of various computer systems.
• Knowledge of database and data communications concepts, techniques, and program design.
• Knowledge of system review, testing, and evaluation methodologies.
• Knowledge of performance review and evaluation principles and practices.
• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
• Ability to manage projects.
• Ability to direct a project team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to use applicable computer programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Advanced education, training, and/or experience in application system analysis, computer programming, or another closely related field demonstrating competency in developing or troubleshooting computer applications; analyzing and maintaining computer systems; writing or reviewing coding; assessing operations and outcomes; preparing informational reports; tracking finances; and acting in an informal leadership capacity.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references.

In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).

• Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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