Software Engineer I

OpenGov; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Wellness stipend

Professional development

Job summary

OpenGov is seeking a Software Engineer I in Boston to help build best‑in‑class SaaS solutions for local and state governments. You’ll work across frontend and backend, using ReactJS, Typescript, GraphQL, and NodeJS in an AI‑first engineering culture.

The role emphasizes fast delivery, high code quality, and collaboration with product, UX, and platform engineers to solve unique government tech challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience shipping features end-to-end in frontend + backend.
• Ability to work with customers to improve product experiences.
• Strong data structures and algorithms knowledge.
• Comfort with AI‑driven UX concepts and workflow automation.
• BA/BS in CS or equivalent plus proficiency in core languages.
• Experience with ReactJS, TypeScript, GraphQL, NodeJS, and SQL is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to translate business priorities into shipped features.
• Write clean, well-documented, scalable code with tests.
• Design and develop structured APIs with solid architecture.
• Deliver high-quality software at a fast pace for public-sector users.
• Contribute to engineering culture and innovation at OpenGov.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

End-to-end shipping

Customer focus

AI/ML awareness

Education

BA/BS in Computer Science or related

Tools

Java

C++

C#

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

ReactJS

NodeJS

SQL

GraphQL

Kafka

ElasticSearch/OpenSearch

Job description

OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov's mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer I at OpenGov, you’ll build best-in-class SaaS solutions that enable efficiency, transparency, and accountability within government agencies. As a crucial member of our engineering team, you’ll lead and deliver new features and improvements in a fast-paced, agile environment, utilizing modern technologies such as ReactJS, Typescript, GraphQL, and NodeJS in an AI first engineering culture.

A typical day in this role would provide opportunities to optimize applications for speed and scalability and resolve various unique technical challenges. Strong collaboration skills with the product, UX, and platform engineers and the ability to execute quickly will enable your success.

You are naturally passionate about good component design and solid application architecture. We value natural self‑starters who can effectively communicate ideas and contribute to OpenGov's culture of respect, dedication, and fun. You value clean code, principles over dogma, and making the world a little better every day.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across the organization to understand and translate business priorities into shipped features delivering customer success.

• Generate clean, efficient, and well‑documented software following industry best practices.

• Write robust, highly performant, well‑crafted code.

• Design and develop well‑structured and easy‑to‑consume APIs

• Implement unit and integration tests to improve and maintain high code coverage

• Deliver quality, scalable, and maintainable software to customers at an impressive pace

• Contribute to OpenGov's Engineering culture of innovation, leading‑edge technology adoption and quality

Requirements and Preferred Experience

• Thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, ambiguous environment where new ideas ship daily, staying closely aligned to customer needs and outcomes, and consistently turning rapid iteration into measurable customer impact.

• Demonstrated experience in working with customers to improve product experiences

• Experience working across the stack (frontend + backend) and comfort shipping features end‑to‑end

• Experience building with AI‑driven UX, agents, and workflow automation (direct ML experience not required)

• BA/BS in a computer‑science‑related discipline or equivalent experience required

• Proficiency in Java, C++, and C# or equivalent program languages is required.

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of data structures and algorithms

• Working knowledge of Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, ReactJS, and NodeJS preferred

• Working knowledge of SQL preferred

• Working knowledge of GraphQL APIs preferred

• Working knowledge of event‑driven architecture and Kafka preferred

• Working knowledge of ElasticSearch/OpenSearch preferred

Compensation:

Boston, MA: $130,000 - $144,000

On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.

The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

Why 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 Innovate

The 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 People

This 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, Chicago, Dubuque, Dallas, and Pune.

A Place to Make Your Mark

We 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 You

Enjoy an award‑winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families

• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions

• Professional development and growth opportunities

• A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.