Working Title : Java Developer
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency: Agency Minnesota IT Services
Job ID: 93026
Location: St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 04/08/2026
Closing Date: 04/17/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit: Department of Commerce
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $37.07 - $61.14 hourly; $77,402 - $127,660 annually
Job Class Option: Data Systems
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - Professional Employee (MAPE) FLSA Status : Professional-Exempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( *: * Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services ( (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at the Minnesota Department of Commerce (COMM). MNIT Commerce staff support energy and telecom regulation and permitting, bank and insurance regulation, and work on regulatory issues around Minnesota's energy sector. The MNIT Commerce team also supports the Public Utilities Commission and Boards.
This position supports the Minnesota Department of Public Utilities Commission custom developed Java and FileMaker applications. This position is responsible for designing and implementing large and complex computer systems, computer programs and participates in the technical design of Agency systems business practices and process automation. This position in some scenarios will be required to lead a team of other IT professionals in development efforts. Developers in this position are required to work with Agency senior management to analyze business processes and suggest and design automation procedures to make the work of the Agency more efficient. This position estimates to provide management with decision points regarding design, development and deployment agency is supported with object-oriented Java and FileMaker industry best practices.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 85 7th Place East, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location. Telework ( for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here ( *: *
Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of IT related experience in Java Development.
Experience must include:
Experience designing, developing, and maintaining complex enterprise or legacy Java applications
Experience applying object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and modern architectural approaches (e.g., microservices, domain-driven design, clean architecture)
Experience with Java technologies and frameworks (e.g., Core Java, Spring, Hibernate) and building/consuming RESTful APIs
Experience working with front-end and database technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, and relational databases such as SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL)
Experience working in Agile environments using version control (e.g., Git), build tools (e.g., Maven), and automated testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit)
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with identity and access management solutions (e.g., SSO, OAuth, SAML, OpenID)
Experience supporting or modernizing legacy systems and improving system performance and scalability
Knowledge of web accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and secure coding practices
Experience leading technical work, mentoring developers, or contributing to project planning and delivery
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-983 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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