Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) seeks a Senior Programmer Analyst to join our IT department. This position performs advanced technical data processing work involving the development, enhancement, and maintenance of highly complex computer applications. This role is responsible for assessing user requirements, translating logical designs into effective technical solutions, designing and implementing system applications, and managing projects from conception through installation. Work is performed under limited supervision and requires a high level of independent judgment, technical expertise, and collaboration with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Success in this role requires the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, build strong customer relationships, and work collaboratively to achieve shared objectives. The Senior Programmer Analyst gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity while consistently achieving results, even under challenging circumstances. This position demands sound and timely decision-making, the ability to analyze complex information, and a commitment to continuous learning through experimentation and professional development.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of defined computer-oriented system problems and develop feasible solutions in accordance with industry standards.
• Assess user requirements and translate logical designs into effective technical solutions.
• Design application systems and develop detailed design specifications.
• Perform difficult and specialized programming assignments.
• Maintain systems and respond promptly to production issues and user concerns.
• Diagnose, isolate, and correct application software problems to prevent future occurrences.
• Develop detailed project plans using standard project management tools and methodologies.
• Manage projects from concept through implementation and installation.
• Utilize effective time management while managing multiple priorities and tasks.
• Communicate proposed technical solutions clearly to non-technical staff and stakeholders.
• Perform structured testing and validation of applications prior to deployment.
• Build strong customer relationships and work collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives.

Minimum qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in a computer-related field with 2 years of experience OR 5 years of experience OR any combination of relevant education and experience.

Preferred qualifications:

• ORACLE development experience; experience with SQL or PL/SQL; MS Access/Word/Excel; UNIX

Salary: Begins at $76,599 if annualized (includes a 13% premium for this position)

Benefits: We offer an outstanding benefit package including:

• Work-Life Balance – MainePERS provides 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, 4 days of personal leave, and 2+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service.
• Health Insurance Coverage – MainePERS pays for 65%-90% of health insurance based on the employee’s annual salary and person covered (dependent or employee)
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance – MainePERS pays 100% of dental insurance premiums for employees and their dependents
• Vision Insurance – Employee paid
• Retirement Plan – MainePERS contributes 10.2% of pay to pension on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Employees may receive a wellness reimbursement of up to $300 per calendar year for individual physical fitness activities, gym membership, stress management programs, etc.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – MainePERS is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Parental leave - Paid parental leave for childbearing and adoption is available to an employee for up to 42 calendar days to support new parents in bonding and caring for a new child. Additionally, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.