Software Developer Application

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Montana Department of Labor & Industry exists to promote and protect the well-being of Montana’s workers, employers and citizens, and to uphold their rights and responsibilities.



DLI CORE VALUES:

• 
  Customer Focus
  
• Individual Responsibility
• Individual Growth
• Ethics in the Workplace
• Continuous Improvement

Learn more about the department HERE !

JOB OVERVIEW:

Are you a skilled software developer who enjoys working in a fast-paced technical environment? Do flexible work schedules, agile development, team building and collaboration appeal to you? If so, please consider applying for a software developer position with our agency. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, communicates professionally and effectively, and is able to work both independently and as part of an agile team.

As a software developer, you will be responsible for working on enterprise level applications, utilizing Java and JavaScript frameworks, to meet the needs of any size project from low to high complexity, with minimal guidance and direction from management. Specific responsibilities may include:

• analyzing, designing, coding and testing of software programs and applications.
• supporting development of test plans, testing, implementation and training activities.
• supporting post-implementation activities including analyzing issues and correcting code as needed.
• producing quality and maintainable software every time.

Qualifications:


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:

• Experience in multi-tiered, enterprise application systems in Java technologies.
• Experience working with Java and Javascript is a plus.
• Experience of the following is highly desirable: JAVA 1.7 & higher, Any messaging system, JBoss/Wildfly server, Tomcat, Linux, HTTP, SOAP/REST Web Services, XML, JSON.
• Solid engineering experiences working on EJBs and the web layer, Spring Framework, Maven.
• Strong understanding of Algorithms and Data Structures.
• Knowledge of Java Unit Testing Frameworks and Tools such as JUnit, TestNG, Mockito etc.
• Strong and demonstrable experience working in design and development of public facing & private REST APIs.
• Significant and demonstrable experience of implementing Java best practice – especially around scalability, availability and performance.
• Knowledge of PL/SQL, stored procedures, schema design in large scale relational databases such as Oracle and MS SQL.
• Track record of delivering excellent customer experiences.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinking - able to simplify complex problems, processes or projects into component parts explore and evaluate them systematically.
• Independent thinker with creative, resourceful and proactive problem solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player.
• Experience and understanding of software source control systems, preferably SVN.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of relevant education and experience equivalent to five (5) years will be considered. A degree is not necessary to meet the requirements. Education and experience may include coursework in a field such as computers, and information technology and/or work experience that involved software development, database management and web platform development.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered on a case-by-case basis.

*This position may be covered by a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA)

HOW TO APPLY:

You are REQUIRED to attach a cover letter and resume at the time of application.

In your cover letter please address the following question:

• How your professional career has prepared you to meet the requirements for this position?

In your resume, include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position, including duties and dates of employment (month & year - start & end).

A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the cover letter and resume in order to be considered for this position. Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete and will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an email with instructions on how to submit such documents.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR office.

For a copy of the complete job description send your request to dliapps@mt.gov .

BENEFITS:
Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation package! Upon date of hire, employees working at least half-time for more than six months are eligible for state paid premiums toward employee “core” medical, dental, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees earn 15 working days of annual leave, 12 days of sick leave and 10-11 paid holidays each year. Membership in a Retirement System - vesting criteria applies. Flexible schedules may be considered. Learn more about them HERE !


Eligible Training Assignment:

54,958.00