Software Developer

Software Developer

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Software Developer. This position will perform both systems analysis and design, and programming tasks in support of the Department of Transportation's day-to-day operations. During the systems analysis phase of a project, this position will use or adapt the most current systems analysis and design methodologies from computer science including methods of business process analysis to effectively determine the requirements for a new system or the changes to be made to an existing system. Once the requirements have been documented, this position will translate the requirements into computer code, and will write and test the necessary programs. Responsible for training users and assessing user satisfaction with the completed project. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position will report to the Asset Strategy, Operations & Maintenance Systems Section Supervisor.

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Design and Development, or a related field. An additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in place of a related degree.
• Level 2.1 - $39.27/hr: 2 years of experience in Standard Query Language (SQL), Oracle forms and databases, Java, .NET, JavaScript, HTML, XML, or a related field.
• Level 2.2 - $40.88/hr: 3 years of experience in Standard Query Language (SQL), Oracle forms and databases, Java,.NET, JavaScript, HTML, XML, or a related field.
• Level 2.3 - $42.60/hr: 4 years of experience in Standard Query Language (SQL), Oracle forms and databases, Java,.NET, JavaScript, HTML, XML, or a related field.
• Level 3.1 - $46.11/hr: 6 years of experience in Standard Query Language (SQL), Oracle forms and databases, Java,.NET, JavaScript, HTML, XML, or a related field. The experience must include 2 years of project leadership and 2 years of system architecture.
• Level 3.2 - $48.30/hr: 7 years of experience in Standard Query Language (SQL), Oracle forms and databases, Java,.NET, JavaScript, HTML, XML, or a related field. The experience must include 3 years of project leadership and 3 years of system architecture.
• Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered. Such as 4 years of additional related experience in lieu of a degree.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Java programming language, including its syntax, libraries and best practices.
• Knowledge of front-end technologies, like HTML, CSS or JavaScript.
• Understanding of software development methodologies like Agile or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
• Skill in or ability to learn writing unit tests, integration tests, automated testing, and debugging code to ensure quality software delivery.

Salary: $39.27 - 48.30 Hourly

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings: 2

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Primary Location: Helena Agency: Department of Transportation Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees