Trainee Computer Programmer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Application Opening: June 3, 2026
Application Deadline: Continuous until filled. Apply Immediately. This job announcement will close at any time, but not earlier than 11:59PM PST, Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Compensation Range:  $140,764.00 - $177,060.00 Annually

Recruitment ID: TEX-1042-161214

Appointment Type
Temporary Exempt, full-time position up to three years. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process, is considered "at will" and shall serve at the discretion of the Department Head.

The mission of the San Francisco Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of the people of San Francisco and its visitors from fires, natural disasters, accidents, hazardous materials incidents, and other causes requiring a rapid and skilled response by land or water; serve the needs of its most vulnerable residents through community paramedicine, and save lives and reduce suffering by providing emergency medical services; prevent harm through prevention services and education programs; and to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination, and values health, wellness, cultural diversity, and equity. 

The San Francisco Fire Department is hiring a Journey Level Oracle APEX and Python Developer to join its Team. Reporting to the Principal Developer, the Oracle APEX and Python Developer with experience supporting technology solutions within a public safety organization shall develop and maintain web-based applications and backend services that support mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in Oracle APEX and Python, and a strong understanding of the operational needs and data sensitivity within public safety environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Oracle APEX applications tailored to public safety workflows and data requirements.
• Build and optimize Python scripts for automation, data processing, and system integration.
• Business Requirements Analysis: Translate business needs into efficient, high-quality technical solutions and collaborate with stakeholders to understand and define project requirements.
• Database Integration: Design and manage database objects, write SQL and PL/SQL code to support application functionality, and ensure data integrity.
• User Interface (UI) Design: Develop intuitive, visually appealing, and responsive user interfaces that provide a positive user experience.
• Performance Optimization & Maintenance: Ensure the stability and optimal performance of applications, troubleshoot bugs, and resolve ad-hoc requests.
• AI Integration: Implement and utilize AI features, including Generative AI, to accelerate development and enhance application functionality.
• Security Implementation: Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms to safeguard application integrity and data security.
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Collaborate with stakeholders across public safety units to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Assist in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and secure system integrations.
• Support database development using SQL and PL/SQL, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation efforts.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, with attention to uptime and reliability in emergency response contexts.
• Ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and regulatory standards relevant to public safety.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: An associate degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units [i.e., at least sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter credits/units with a minimum of twenty (20) semester or thirty (30) quarter credits/units in one of the fields above or a closely-related field].
Experience: One (1) year of experience analyzing, installing, configuring, enhancing, and/or maintaining the components of an enterprise network.

Substitution:

Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/r forty-five (45) quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester / 15 quarter units in one of the fields above or a closely related field.

Completion of the 1010 Information Systems Trainee Program may be substituted for the required degree.

Special Conditions:

• One year of experience in Oracle database and application development and maintenance 
• One year of experience in developing web apps with various scripting languages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience with Oracle APEX development.
• 2–4 years of experience with Python programming.
• Experience working within or supporting a public safety organization (e.g., fire, police, emergency services, or related government agencies).
• Solid understanding of relational databases, especially Oracle.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web development fundamentals.
• Experience using Git or other version control systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in high-stakes environments.
  • Exposure to Flask or Django frameworks.
  • Experience with RESTful API development and integration.
  • Familiarity with Agile development practices.
  • Basic understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., Oracle Cloud, AWS).
  • Experience with data visualization or reporting tools.
  • Knowledge of CJIS, HIPAA, or other relevant compliance frameworks.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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• Equal Employment Opportunity 
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Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.