Software Engineer II - Government App Builder

OpenGov is the leader in AI-enabled software for cities, counties, state agencies, and special districts. With a mission to power more effective and accountable government, OpenGov serves 2,000 communities across the United States. OpenGov is built exclusively for the unique asset management, permitting and licensing, procurement and contract management, tax and revenue, budgeting and planning, and financial management needs of the public sector. The OpenGov platform empowers organizations to operate more efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen public trust.Learn more or request a demo at opengov.comJob Summary:As a Software Engineer II 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, delivering new features and improvements in a fast-paced, agile environment using modern technologies, including ReactJS, Javascript, GraphQL, and NodeJS.A typical day in this role would provide opportunities to design, implement and optimize complex applications for speed and scalability, and resolve various unique technical challenges. Strong collaboration skills with the product, UX, and platform engineers coupled with the ability to execute quickly will enable your success.Responsibilities:Develop, test, and deploy high-quality software with minimum supervisionWrite clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices.Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation within the teamContribute to OpenGov’s Engineering culture of innovation, leading-edge technology adoption and qualityRequirements and Preferred Experience:BA/BS in a computer-science-related discipline or equivalent experience required3+ years of professional experience in developing cloud native applications.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, algorithms and observability is requiredWorking knowledge of event-driven architecture and Kafka preferredWorking knowledge of ElasticSearch/OpenSearch preferredWhy OpenGov?A Mission That Matters. At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it’s the core of our democracy.Opportunity to InnovateThe next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.A Team of Passionate, Driven PeopleThis isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Dubuque, Plano, and Pune.A Place to Make Your MarkWe pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.Benefits That Work for YouEnjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families.Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays401(k) with company match (USA only) Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributionsProfessional development and growth opportunitiesA collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches

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