Database Administrator

Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS); Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 61,098 - 74,675; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance (fully paid)

Vision Care

Life Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

13 Paid Holidays

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

Job summary

Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) in Augusta is looking for a Senior Programmer Analyst to enhance and maintain complex applications. You will assess user requirements, design systems, and lead projects under minimal supervision.

This role requires strong technical expertise and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The salary begins at $67,787 annually, plus a 13% premium for this position.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a related field, or five years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of computer-oriented system problems and develop solutions.
• Assess user requirements and translate logical designs into technical solutions.
• Handle difficult programming assignments and production issues.
• Manage projects from concept through implementation.

Skills

Oracle development experience

Experience with SQL or PL/SQL

MS Access/Word/Excel

UNIX

Education

Post-secondary education in a computer-related field

Job description

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. The role involves 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.

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, two years of experience, five 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 $67,787 if annualized, plus an additional 13% premium for this position.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance (fully paid)
• Vision Care
• Life Insurance
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave.