ITPA 12 Agency Services Supporting MSP
State of Michigan
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ITPA12 – Software Engineer (Intermediate)
State of Michigan
Technology, Management and Budget
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$33.45 - $48.09
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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April 2, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for an intermediate software engineer working with Michigan's Department of Technology, Management and Budget to build and maintain computer systems that support health and human services.
You'll design, code, test, and update applications while helping your team and checking out new tech tools.
It's a good fit for someone with a tech degree and a couple of years of hands-on programming experience who wants a stable government role with hybrid work options.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with at least 21 semester credits in computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management, or mathematics
- Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 level
- Alternatively, an associate's degree with 16 semester credits in relevant fields plus two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or IT technician
- Alternatively, high school diploma plus four years of relevant experience as an application programmer, computer operator, IT technician, or as an IT Student Assistant
- Ability to design, develop, test, implement, and upgrade computer systems and applications
- Provide technical support to team members and evaluate new development tools and agency systems
- Willingness to work hybrid schedule: two days on-site in Lansing, MI, and three days remote; must relocate to Michigan if out-of-state
Full Job Description
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.
This position is with the Agency Services area of DTMB.
This position functions as a Senior Application Developer and will perform a complete range of information system analyst assignments including, but not limited to, designing, developing, testing, implementing computer systems, applications and upgrade technologies as needed for DTMB Agency Services supporting MDHHS. This individual will be looked upon to provide technical support to other team members and evaluate new development tools and agency systems.DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.
ITPA 12 - Position Description
SIGNING BONUS:
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.
Position Location/Remote Office: The office location is Lansing, MI. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate.
The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.
DTMB is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.
Requirements
EducationInformation Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Possession of a Bachelor's degree with 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.
Experience
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11.
Qualifications
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12
Possession of an associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics and two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; or two years (4,160 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.
Possession of an associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in computer science, information assurance, data processing, computer information, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, IT project management, or mathematics and two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; or two years (4,160 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.
OR
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, information technology technician, or four years (8,320 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.
Additional Information
To be considered for this position you must:
- Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- Attach a cover letter.
If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions(Download PDF reader)
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
Certain positions may require certification in specific information technology programs.
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyProgrammerAnalyst.pdf
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