Full Stack Lead Developer Architect Jobs in Houston, TX

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Grant-funded Full-time
Job Number: 17164
Department: Public Health Services
Division: Operations & Technology Services
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 10/1/2026 11:59 PM Central
Position Description
If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.
About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Our Values:
HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve community's health and well-being.

• Transparency- We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact -We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration- We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

This is a grant-funded position.
Position Overview:
The Full Stack Developer serves as a senior application developer responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise cloud-based applications supporting Harris County Public Health operations. This position provides advanced technical expertise in application architecture, cloud services, and software deployment while serving as a technical lead for development initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Designs, develops, configure and deploy enterprise single-page web applications using C#, Angular, REST APIs, and Visual Studio within Azure environments.
• Monitor, administer, and maintain Microsoft Azure application services and cloud infrastructure.
• Implement cloud best practices for security, scalability, monitoring, and performance optimization.
• Lead project meetings with customers to gather business requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development team members.
• Support application lifecycle management, DevOps processes, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Other duties as assigned include special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience developing and deploying enterprise applications, including experience with cloud platforms, application architecture, and Microsoft Azure services.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of enterprise application architecture and Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET, Angular, REST APIs, SQL databases, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud security principles.
• Skill in developing, deploying, monitoring, and maintaining cloud-hosted applications and Azure services.
• Ability to lead complex development projects, provide technical guidance, communicate effectively with stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and ensure compliance with County technology, security, and regulatory standards.

Core Competencies:

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.
• Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.
• Health Advancement Skills: This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.
• Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.
• Public Health Science Skills: This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-Time | Grant-Funded Position
• Monday - Friday | 8 am - 5 pm
• Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department or task requirements.
• May require periodic overnight travel and long hours/overtime during emergencies/disasters.

Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment requiring prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and the use of a computer and other office equipment.

Physical Demands:

• The position requires visual acuity to read computer monitors and technical documentation, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through virtual meetings.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 25 pounds may be required.
• Occasional travel to County facilities, project sites, or meetings may be necessary.

Work Location:

• Harris County Public Health (1111 Fannin, Houston, 77002)

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or Equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• N/A; No Degree

02
If you selected a degree in response to the previous question, which of the following disciplines best relates to your degree most relevant to this position?

• Computer Science
• Information Systems
• Information Technology
• Software Engineering
• Other Related Field
• Non-Related Field
• N/A; No Degree

03
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in developing and deploying enterprise applications, including experience with cloud platforms, application architecture, and Microsoft Azure services.(To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than six (6) years.
• Six (6) years or more.
• I do not have this experience.

04
Please provide details about your verifiable experience in developing and deploying enterprise applications, including experience with cloud platforms, application architecture, and Microsoft Azure services.DO NOT USE "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) roles, (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities, (d) employment dates (ex. MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY). If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
Required Question