• IT Software Engineer I

    Idaho Division of Human Resources (Boise, ID)


    IT SOFTWARE ENGINEER I

    Posting Begin Date: 2025/05/20

     

    Posting End Date: 2025/06/03

     

    Category: IT And Computers

     

    Sub Category: Software

     

    Work Type: Full Time

     

    Remote: Flexible Hybrid

     

    Minimum Salary: 28.09

     

    Maximum Salary: 28.09

     

    Pay Rate Type: Hourly

    Description

    Software Engineer 1

     

    Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

     

    The Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), recognized nationally as one of the leading pension systems in the country, has an opening for a Software Engineer 1. Reporting to the IT Manager, this position will work with PERSI staff to build stronger relationships with our members at every step of their retirement journey. At PERSI, our vision is to be a trusted expert in helping Idaho's public employees build and receive a secure and meaningful retirement.

     

    A hybrid schedule (combination of in office and telecommute) may be available after the completion of the probationary period.

    This position is eligible for the PERSI benefits package, including:

    + Excellent low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance

    + Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start

    + Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

    + Paid parental leave

    + Eleven paid holidays per year

    + PERSI retirement (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/) , one of the nation's best state retirement systems

    + Multiple savings plans

    + Life insurance

    + A healthy work/life balance

    + Wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities; and more

    As a Software Engineer 1, you will:

    + Design, implement, and maintain workflow solutions and business applications to automate or simplify business processes.

    + Develop SQL queries and reports.

    + Determine and prioritize user requirements for software enhancements.

    + Perform configuration maintenance (document types, keywords, queries, autofills, etc.) in third-party Enterprise Content Management (ECM) system

    + Provide Tier 1 technical support and system administration for ECM system and integration middleware.

    + Provide Tier 1 technical support and file testing for PERSI employers pursuing transmittal file certification.

    + Configure and execute regression test routines using automated test scripts and perform basic problem resolution for test failures.

    + Evaluate, test, plan and implement modules, upgrades, and system changes in third-party software products.

    + Other duties as assigned.

     

    Minimum Qualifications: You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. You are encouraged to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

    Good knowledge of:

    + Multiple programming languages.

    + Software development processes.

    + One or more software development tool suites.

    + Software testing practices.

    Experience:

    + Creating, interpreting and documenting user requirements.

    + Designing and developing business applications.

    + Testing, deploying, and supporting production systems.

     

    Candidates who reach the final hiring stage will be required to participate in a criminal background check. Having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate applicants from consideration, but may be considered as part of the hiring process.

     

    If you have any questions, please email[email protected]

    Benefits:

    For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

    EEO/ADA/Veteran:

    The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

     

    The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

     

    Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.