Software Engineer III - EAM

at  OpenGov

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Software Engineer III at OpenGov, you’ll build best-in-class SaaS solutions that enable efficiency, transparency, and accountability within government agencies. You’ll be a key member of our engineering team, leading complex projects in a fast-paced, agile environment using modern technologies, including ReactJS, Javascript, GraphQL, and NodeJS.
A typical day in this role would provide multiple opportunities to lead and design well scoped services, implement and optimize complex applications for speed and scalability, and resolve various unique technical challenges. The role provides you the ability to become subject matter expert in one or more technical areas. Strong collaboration skills with the product, UX, and platform engineers, ability to navigate ambiguity and execute quickly will enable your success.

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• BA/BS in a computer-science-related discipline or equivalent experience required
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Proficiency in Java or C++ or C# or equivalent program language is required.
• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, ReactJS, and NodeJS is required
• Proficiency in data structures, database concepts and algorithms is required
• Proficiency in observability concepts is required
• Proficiency in GraphQL APIs is required
• Experience in building software using event-driven architecture is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies
• Expertise in ERP domain preferred
  On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
  The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

OPENGOV IS HOME TO AN EXCEPTIONAL TEAM - PASSIONATE ABOUT OUR MISSION TO POWER MORE EFFECTIVE AND ACCOUNTABLE GOVERNMENT. BY BRINGING THE OPENGOV CLOUD TO OUR NATION’S STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT, WE’RE TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES SO THEY CAN THRIVE!

Imagine yourself being able to help small business owners open their doors faster, ensuring our tax dollars are accounted for, creating safer infrastructure, modernizing the permitting process, and assisting with disaster recovery. The work you do here every day has a meaningful impact on people’s lives!
\uD83C\uDF1F OpenGov is a 2023 Top Workplaces USA award winner and a Forbes America’s Best Startup Employer \uD83C\uDF1F

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently design and develop high-quality features that are scalable, secure, and maintainable.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Drive continuous improvement of development processes, tools and operational excellence
• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Mentor and guide junior software engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, advocating for their adoption where appropriate.
• Contribute to OpenGov’s Engineering culture of innovation, leading-edge technology adoption and quality