**Working Title** **: Programmer or Software Engineer** **Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 2 or 3** **Agency: Public Employees Retirement Association** + **Job ID:** 82924 + **Location:** St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary:** Unlimited + **Who May Apply:** Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted:** 01/08/2025 + **Closing Date:** 02/07/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:** Public Employees Retire Assoc / PERA-Confidential + **Division/Unit:** Systems Applications + **Work Shift/Work Hours:** Day Shift + **Days of Work:** Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Information Technology Specialist 2 Salary Range:** $27.79 - $45.14 / hourly; $57,963 - $94,252 / annually + **Information Technology Specialist 3 Salary Range:** $32.89 - $54.06 / hourly; $68,674 - $112,877 annually + **Classified Status:** Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **Information Technology Specialist 2 FLSA Status:** Nonexempt + **Information Technology Specialist 3 FLSA Status:** Exempt - Administrative + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) **:** Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. **_*This vacancy is being posted at the Information Technology Specialist 2 and the Information Technology Specialist 3 levels. We will be filling based on qualifications. The classification will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications. This vacancy will be used to fill five (5) ITS2 or ITS3 positions._** **Information Technology Specialist 2 - Programmer:** Works as part of a highly collaborative cross functional Agile/SCRUM team to implement new business system needs, as well as make modifications and fix bugs in existing code. Primary responsibilities are writing code for both the front-end and back-end of the applications, developing and executing test scripts, and fixing defects. For business system needs of low technical complexity, position may analyze user stories and create application design and user interface layouts with assistance from a senior team member. **Information Technology Specialist 3 – Software Engineer:** Works as part of a highly collaborative cross functional Agile/SCRUM team to implement new business system needs, as well as make modifications and fix defects in existing code. Responsibilities include analyzing user stories, application design, developing user interface layouts, writing code for both the front-end and back-end of the applications, developing and executing test scripts, fixing defects and supporting applications in production. Once new hire training is complete, this position offers a hybrid work schedule which includes primarily telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) days with some in-office days as required at the PERA office building in St. Paul, Minnesota. Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible. **_*Only applicants whose application and resume clearly demonstrates fulfillment of each minimum qualification listed below will be considered for this position. Ensure your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below. Also indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held_** **_._** **Information Technology Specialist 2 - Programmer:** **Minimum Qualifications** Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience in software development + Bachelor’s in computer science, information systems, web development, software engineering OR a programming bootcamp certification may substitute for one (1 )year of experience Experience must also include: + Programming with a modern language such as C#, Java, Python or JavaScript + Proficiency in web development technologies such asASP.NET, HTML or CSS + Proficiency with source control systems like Git, SVN or VSS + Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. + Effective written and oral communication skills to provide updates to stakeholders using non-technical terms **Preferred Qualifications** + Automated testing experience with Selenium + Microsoft SQL Server + CI/CD automation with Jenkins or Microsoft DevOps + Experience with GitHub + Exposure to Agile/Scrum delivery + Experience with .Net Core + Experience developing, configuring, and working with Entity Framework in C# and Visual Studio + Experience with Behavior Driven Development + Experience integrating with one or more of the following service technologies: REST, SOAP, WCF, GRPC, Web API **Information Technology Specialist 3 - Software Engineer:** **Minimum Qualifications** Minimum of four (4) years of recent experience in software development + Bachelor’s in computer science, information systems, web development, software engineering OR a programming bootcamp certification may substitute for one (1 )year of experience Experience must also include: + Four (4) years of programming using C# language + Proficiency in web development technologies such as ASP.NET, HTML or CSS + Proficiency with source control systems like Git, SVN or VSS + Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. + Effective written and oral communication skills to provide updates to stakeholders using non-technical terms **Preferred Qualifications** + Automated testing experience with Selenium + Microsoft SQL Server + CI/CD automation with Jenkins or Microsoft DevOps + Experience with GitHub + Exposure to Agile/Scrum delivery + Experience with .Net Core + Experience developing, configuring, and working with Entity Framework in C# and Visual Studio + Experience with Behavior Driven Development + Experience integrating with one or more of the following service technologies: REST, SOAP, WCF, GRPC, Web API **Physical requirements** Requires occasional lifting and carrying of articles such as file folders, ledgers, and small office equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one that involves sitting, a certain amount of movement is often necessary in carrying out job duties. **Additional Requirements** It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment**. The background check may consist of the following components: + SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only) + Criminal History Check + Employment Reference Check + Social Security and Address Verification + Education Verification + Driver's License Check **The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.