Quality Assurance Software Developer

About the Department of Administration

As a customer service focused organization, we provide centralized services, specialized support, and practical solutions to state agencies, boards, and commissions, as well as local governments across Montana. Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships, built on mutual trust and respect. We will challenge you to be the best you can be and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed. Our vision is to transform the delivery and access of government services to benefit Montanans. Learn more here.

What is this career opportunity?

The State Information Technology Services Division's (SITSD) mission is to provide shared IT services to support the needs of the state and citizens of Montana. We offer an innovative and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported. In addition, our employees have the opportunity to be involved in some of the most exciting and innovative IT projects and initiatives in development within Montana state government.

As a Quality Assurance Developer, you will help ensure IT products, services, and projects meet quality standards and functional requirements. In this role, you will work closely with development teams to identify and address defects before solutions go live. This position will have the opportunity to help define and incorporate how SITSD approaches automated testing, regression testing, and integrating AI into the QA processes.

What are we looking for?

Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in information technology or related field; AND
• Two years of experience supporting midsize to large enterprise IT organization; OR
• Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Competencies:

Knowledge of:

• General knowledge of the Software Development process
• How to read and write code and markup languages to ensure software solutions adequately meet compliance standards, have appropriate automated tests, and is accessible (preferred languages & technologies: C#, Java, HTML/CSS)
• Testing methods, such as functional testing, regression testing, user acceptance testing, and/or automated testing
• Problem-solving techniques to evaluate complex problems, identify root causes, and provide recommendations on possible corrective actions

Ability to:

• Provide excellent customer service
• Adapt to shifting business requirements
• Plan, execute, and iterate on test cases that ensure business requirements and quality standards are met
• Communicate, both orally and in writing, with technical and non-technical roles
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups to ensure quality standards are met

Does this sound like you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter, (Please Note: You do not need to complete the "work experience" or the "education & certifications" portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

What can you expect from us in return for your hard work?

Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:

• Health Coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• And more…

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Other important information to be aware of.

• This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
• The Department of Administration participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov.
• In this position you will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however there will be required weekly in-office day(s) in Helena. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy.