Software Developer

Required Education and Experience:

• Software Developer 2.3:
  • The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, or a closely related field such as Information Systems Design or Computer Programming.
  • This position requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience in Esri Enterprise ArcGIS, SQL, Oracle RDBMS and its associated tools, Java, .NET technologies, JavaScript, Python, HTML, XML, Perl, spatial and mobile applications.
  • Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. 
• Software Developer 3.1:
  • The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, or a closely related field such as Information Systems Design or Computer Programming.
  • This position requires a minimum of 6 years of related experience. The experience must include 1-3 years each of Esri project (team or project leadership) experience, team or project leadership and database schema development. Expertise in Esri Enterprise ArcGIS, SQL, Oracle RDBMS and its associated tools, Java, .NET technologies, JavaScript, Python, HTML, XML, Perl, spatial and mobile applications.
  • Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. 
• Software Developer 3.2:
  • The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, or a closely related field such as Information Systems Design or Computer Programming.
  • This position requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience. The experience must include 4+ years each of Esri project (team or project leadership) experience, and database schema development. Expertise in Esri Enterprise ArcGIS, SQL, Oracle RDBMS and its associated tools, Java, .NET technologies, JavaScript, Python, HTML, XML, Perl, spatial and mobile applications.
  • Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Principles of Systems Analysis and Design including logical and physical database design and design documentation, principles of computer science, programming methods, quality assurance methods, and business process analysis. Principles of project management including work breakdown structures and detailed project plans, change management, and project tracking, and team building.

SKILLS:

• Reading comprehension, critical thinking, writing, active learning strategies, complex problem solving, technology design, troubleshooting, monitoring, time management, quality control management, technical and business writing.

Required Application Materials:

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.