Software Developer, Software Engineer

Benefits of working for OPI

• Work/life balance
• Family friendly
• Dedicated and caring colleagues
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
• Opportunities and room for professional growth
• Public service loan forgiveness – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):

• Knowledge in performing computer software development, including developing Windows and Web applications using various versions of .NET, Visual Studio and Power BI.
• Knowledge of Montana Code Annotated (MCA) regarding educational finance.
• Knowledge of database concepts and methods.
• Knowledge of SQL Server Reporting Services.
• Knowledge and experience with project management principles and best practices.
• Skilled with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to follow established standards for software development.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines, while maintaining consistently higher levels of product quality.
• Ability to work under multiple deadlines with assigned funding.
• Ability to work both independently and effectively as a member of a team.

• One year of education in an Information Technology-related field.
• One year of experience with software programming.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.

Does this sound like you? Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online. Including any veterans or disability preference documentation.

OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This position is in the PERS retirement system.

$30.82 per hour. Telework eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible. Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.

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Standard

Day Job

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Helena, Agency:
Office of Public Instruction, Union: 000 - None

May 4, 2026 (Closing Date: May 19, 2026)

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.