Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) Gaming Application Support & Quality Management (GASQM) Manager (Information Technology Manager I), the Senior Software Test Specialist is responsible for defining and maintaining standards and processes for developing, integrating, testing and implementing new Information Technology (IT) solutions, as well as maintaining the existing IT solutions for the California State Lottery’s (Lottery) systems and applications. The incumbent leads the development and implementation of test plans, test scripts, test monitoring processes, and verification of comprehensive testing of gaming system applications. Work performed requires analysis and verification of complex interrelated and unrelated systems and applications processes which necessitates rigorous, specialized testing methods to ensure quality and reliability. The duties for this position are focused on the Business Technology Management, IT Project Management, System Engineering, and Software Engineering domains; however, work may be assigned in other domains as needed.

This position requires a current Information Technology Specialist II exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered at the Savramento Headquarters location and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People are drawn to the Lottery because we:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

May consider a Training & Development assignment.

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement.  The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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Working Conditions

Schedule : This position supports the Lottery during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise approved by the unit manager. Weekends, long and/or irregular hours, after-hours work, and holiday work may be required.

Travel : Statewide overnight travel may be required.

Other : This position may be required to carry a Lottery issued cell phone. This position may be required to be reachable outside of normal business hours .

Special Requirements

• The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.

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

• If you are basing your eligibility on education, (), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent.  Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial ; official transcripts will be required upon appointment .  Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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:

• Strong leadership skills including the ability to engage, inspire, empower, develop, and mentor team members to create high performing teams that use sustainable, repeatable processes that yield results.
  
• Expert knowledge and ability to serve as a technical lead for complex requirements analysis, business application testing, and software testing methodologies.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to adjust to changing priorities and quickly respond to urgent matters.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and conducting presentations before audiences of all levels and size.
  
• Ability to convey and explain complex problems and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.
  
• Experience with software testing and automation development.
  
• Ability to work independently as a high-level technical specialist and conduct business activities in a professional manner that leads to superior customer satisfaction.
  
• Possesses strong analytical and critical thinking skills to understand and solve complex technology and business problems.
  

Benefits

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

Please click on the link below to learn about the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits.

Position Location

Sacramento Headquarters
700 N 10th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811

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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see below for further instructions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Night shift, Weekend work

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