OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync.Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.

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
  $135k - $165k
  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.

• 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