Senior Programmer Analyst - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine•Augusta, ME

6d•$75,235 - $105,714•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) in the Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services is hiring a Senior Programmer Analyst to design, code, maintain, and support complex and critical application systems. The role translates high-level logical designs into robust, production-ready technical solutions and resolves challenging system issues. The position works with limited supervision and serves as a technical advisor and mentor to data processing staff. It may also lead technical teams and support applications for business partners across state agencies.

Requirements

Four years of computer programming experience using higher-level languages, including two years at the Programmer Analyst level or equivalent; alternatively, a bachelor's degree in Computer Science including two years at the Programmer Analyst level or equivalent.
A master's degree in Computer Science may substitute for one year of programming experience.
Knowledge of system design techniques, operating systems and related software components, systems development and documentation standards, and structured systems methodologies.
Knowledge of higher-level programming languages, enterprise-class application development tools, productivity and computerized problem-solving tools, work management techniques, and computerized file organization and access techniques.
Ability to diagnose and correct system malfunctions and adapt and enhance application software.
Ability to research and evaluate computer software and hardware products.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to design, conduct, and evaluate system testing.
Ability to communicate effectively and write clearly.
Ability to lead and coordinate project teams, provide technical support, and plan, oversee, and evaluate technical subordinates' work.

Nice To Haves

Strong, demonstrable SQL expertise.
Experience developing or maintaining web applications in a Microsoft environment.
Experience with SSIS.
Experience with Power BI or Power Platform.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed design specifications for highly complex, large-scale systems to plan and facilitate system development and programming.
Maintain assigned systems and respond to and resolve system problems to ensure continuous availability and proper function.
Develop systems using higher-level languages, enterprise application development tools, system utilities, and project management tools.
Diagnose and isolate complex application software problems and implement solutions that account for system capacity, limitations, time requirements, and desired results.
Design and develop subroutines to support system development and maximize productivity.
Perform difficult, complex, and specialized programming assignments to meet user and business needs.
Manage assigned projects and oversee technical staff engaged in system design, development, and maintenance.
Manage project phases and maintenance activities to meet schedules.
Provide technical advice and mentorship to fellow data processing staff.

Benefits

Thirteen paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and at least three weeks of annual vacation leave; vacation accrual increases with service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
The State pays 85%–100% of employee-only health insurance premiums, depending on salary; dependent coverage is also available.
A 5% employee-only health insurance premium credit is available for eligible participants.
The State pays 100% of employee-only dental insurance premiums.
The State contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System.
Gym membership reimbursement of up to $40 per month.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
Employee assistance through the Living Resources Program.
Forty-two consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave for employees welcoming a child; additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary deferred compensation through a MaineSaves 457(b) account.