Salary : $130,000.00 - $192,400.00 Annually
Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-76298-02
Department: District Attorney
Division: District Attorney
Opening Date: 07/28/2025
Closing Date: 8/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Office of the District Attorney is seeking two District Attorney Senior Software Engineers (Senior District Attorney Software Engineer) for the Riverside location.
The Software Engineering team within the Riverside County district attorney's office has designed and built a sophisticated software platform entirely in-house to support the complex operations of a modern DA legal environment. The system spans multiple modules, including case management, transaction processing, reporting, data management, and real time integrations with external agencies, all tailored to meet evolving business and compliance needs. As a Senior engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and scaling this critical platform. You will work alongside a sharp, collaborative team with strong technical backgrounds in computer science and engineering, people who care deeply about code quality, system architecture, and long-term impact. This is a unique chance to work on meaningful, large-scale projects with the autonomy to innovate and the support of smart peers within a stable public sector environment. If you are looking for a challenging work that truly matters, we would love to hear from you!
We're looking for candidates with a solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, software design, and strong understanding of how complex software systems are built, maintained and scaled. Competitive candidates have experience in C++, C# and Angular.
Meet the Team!
The , as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, protects those victimized by crime, exonerates the innocent, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is done on behalf of our community. The office's staff of over 700 is comprised of prosecuting attorneys, sworn investigators, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, investigative technicians, forensic analysts, and a wide range of information technology and supporting staff all committed to excellence and integrity in public service. We are, and we seek to maintain, a diverse workforce to match a diverse county.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Build enterprise software system components from the ground-up that are reliable, maintainable, scalable, secure, and reusable.
• Build Web APIs and their underlying architecture to interconnect subsystems.
• Implement modern software engineering practices through design patterns.
• Build front-end and back-end software features using a variety of software engineering/programming languages including, but not limited to, C#, C++, Angular, TypeScript, SASS, Bootstrap, Web API (REST, RPC).
• Build high performing database objects and functions utilizing Microsoft SQL, Transaction SQL, Stored Procedures, Profiling, and Optimization plans.
• Develop and maintain data warehouse and transaction database architecture and file system.
• Develop scripts and scheduled jobs for software transaction data migration, and maintain database version compatibility with software back-end.
• Maintain and enhance existing software systems.
• Participate in DevOps builds and releases.
• Ensure software features continue to work properly after maintenance and testing.
• Investigate and resolve software errors in the application using various troubleshooting tools.
• Participate in the support for any software issues that may arise in all environments from development through production.
• Maintain and monitor various layers of the system from operating system configurations as it relates to the software front-end and library publishing packages, NuGet packages and repositories.
• Lead and support staff involved in designing, developing, and implementing software programming applications for the DA; coach and mentor staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or applied mathematics Transcripts/Degree must be provided at the time of application either attached to your application or emailed directly to
Experience: Six years of hands-on software engineering experience in web front-end and back-end development. Four years of the required experience must be recent and continuous hands-on experience in a diverse array of programming languages such as .Net Core, C++, C#, TypeScript, SQL and frameworks including NodeJS, Angular, implementation of relational databases and extensive experience with database design patterns and performance plans. Additionally, proficiency in essential technologies such as SASS, Bootstrap, Web API, Shared Libraries, MSSQL, T-SQL, Stored Procedures, and DevOps enhancement and upgrade is required.
Knowledge of: The principles, methods, and techniques in software engineering in web front end and backend development; data structures; algorithm analysis; computer organization and architecture; compiler (front-end parser); relational databases; operating systems; backend development in an object-oriented language; automata and formal languages or computational theory; systems configurations, library publishing packages, NuGet packages and repositories; networking or distributed computing; source control and NuGet packages.
Ability to: Build user-friendly software systems; employ a systematic and structured approach to software engineering; supervise and monitor the work of subordinate staff; monitor and troubleshoot software errors; communicate technical details clearly and succinctly; take initiatives to learn new technologies; understand technical requirements and follow detailed technical instructions; work in a fast paced but flexible environment; collaborate and work as part of a team.
Other Requirements
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
A successful Security Clearance conducted by the DA is required for positions within the Riverside County Office of the District Attorney.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is currently in office. Telework hybrid may be eligible in the future based on the business needs of the Riverside County Office of the District Attorney.
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current District Attorney of Riverside County employees may be considered before other applicants, depending on the volume of applications received.
For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Angie Tavaglione at (951) 966-3590 or via email at atavaglione@rivco.org.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
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Do you have a bachelor's degree have from an accredited college or university in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or applied mathematics? (A copy of your transcripts or diploma MUST be attached to your application as proof of your degree. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.) Yes
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I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree or a copy of my transcript(s) as verification of educational units completed prior to the closing date of the job posting. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.) Yes
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Please select your hands-on experience with the following programming languages and frameworks you have used (select all that apply to you): .Net Core
C++
C#
TypeScript
SQL
NodeJS
Angular
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Please select the essential technologies that you are proficient in (select all that apply to you): Angular
Bootstrap
Web API
Shared Libraries
MSSQL
T-SQL
Stored Procedures
DevOps enhancement and upgrade
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Do you have six years of hands-on software engineering experience in web front-end and back-end development within the last six years? (resume must support your answer) Yes, all of my experience is within the last six years or more.
No, I have not had this experience within the last six years.
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I affirm that my answers to the following questions are truthful and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also understand that my answers will be verified with the information I have provided in my application. Yes
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