Software Engineer

Company: Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement Sys
Location: Jefferson City
Posted on: September 24, 2024

Job Description:

LAGERS is seeking exceptional talent to join our Information Technology team as a Software Engineer. This technical role presents an exciting opportunity to thrive in an environment committed to continuous improvement. As part of our team, you'll be instrumental in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of LAGERS' pension administration system. Your contributions will positively impact our dedicated team members, enabling them to create exceptional experiences for those we serve. If you're passionate about innovation and seeking a role where your expertise drives transformative solutions, join us in shaping the future at LAGERS.



LAGERS vision is to enhance the lives of our 76,000+ members by providing financial stability for their future through a protected, defined retirement benefit. Our team members value excellence, embody dedication and exemplify leadership. We work together, take ownership of our actions, and thrive in an environment of continuous improvement.

LAGERS benefits include:


Hybrid work environment with collaborative in-office days and work-from-home days as designated.
12 paid holidays per year.
Annual Leave: Starting at 15 days per year.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year.
Health insurance options effective DAY 1 of your employment.
Vision, Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, and IDShield protection for you on
DAY 1 of your employment.
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan providing lifetime monthly retirement benefits at no cost to you.
Deferred Compensation Plan with employer match.
Professional development reimbursements and more---


Software Engineer Job Functions:


Design, code, test, and debug software applications, primarily using C# programming language, and other various development tools.
Collaborate with cross functional teams to understand project requirements and design software solutions that meet organizational needs.
Assist in deploying software applications across multiple environments and provide ongoing maintenance and support of the deployment process.
Establish and implement best practices and design patterns for efficient software development.
Implement security best practices to protect software applications from potential vulnerabilities and threats.
Keep up to date with the latest software development tools, technologies, and best practices.


Our ideal Software Engineer should have:


Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and six years of experience in software engineering or closely related field.
Knowledge and hands-on experience with .NET and/or .NET Framework, including C# programming language and related technologies.
Knowledge of agile software development methodologies, object-oriented programming principles, and understanding of the software development life cycle.
Experience utilizing version control systems, familiarity with branching, merging, and resolving conflicts within a collaborative development environment.
Proficiency in working with databases, particularly with Microsoft SQL Server or other relational database management systems.
Demonstrate strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to independently solve problems or complete tasks with minimal supervision.


Salary: $83,000 to $102,000 starting annual salary is negotiable and will depend on experience and identified value brought to the organization.



Recruitment Schedule:


Our application deadline is October 6, 2024, or until position is filled.
We will conduct prescreening calls with applicants who meet the criteria listed above.
Our Chief Technology Officer will schedule interviews with best fit candidates throughout the recruitment schedule.
Compensation details: 83000-102000PIcece78c9d5dc-25660-35570459

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