**Working Title: Application Developer** **Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 2** **Agency: MN State Retirement System** + **Job ID** : 91767 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes, up to 3 days + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 01/29/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/11/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : MN State Retirement System / State Retirement System-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : MN State Retirement System / Systems Analysis + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $28.18 - $45.82 / hourly; $58,839 - $95,672 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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. The purpose of this position is to support MSRS’s custom developed applications effort. In this position you would be responsible for implementing large and complex computer systems and programs while working across MSRS departments to assist management in designing and implementing custom applications to assist with creating efficiencies and automation of MSRS products and services. **Minimum Qualifications** Two (2) years* experience in java application development. *A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related substitutes for two (2) years of experience, OR related Associate’s substitutes for one (1) year. Experience of candidates considered must include: + Experience developing Java-based web applications. + Experience writing and optimizing SQL queries. + Experience using JavaScript frameworks for web applications (such as React, Angular, Vue, or similar). + Experience developing or consuming RESTful web services. + Experience using Spring framework **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with java batch processing. + Experience using JPA in enterprise-level applications. + Experience working in an agile development environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams. **Additional Requirements** It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: + SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only) + Criminal History Check + Employment Reference Check + Social Security and Address Verification + Education Verification + Driver's License Check The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. 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.