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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer IV $100,000- $130,000 Missoula/Hybrid/Remote - **Company:** ELM Utility Services - **Location:** Missoula, MT, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Mobile Application Development, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, DevOps, Web Development, Distributed Systems, PostgreSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Service-Oriented Architecture, Software Engineering, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Software Technical Review, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Software Organization, Datadog, ReactJS, Technical Debt, Containerization, AngularJS, Git Flow, Information Technology, Api Design, Software Coding - **Published:** October 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/software-engineer-iv-100-000-130-000-missoula-hybrid-remote-missoula-mt--f35881d5-0db1-4a94-891c-63c2b32c0ca8 ## About the Role * Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience * 7+ years of professional software engineering experience * Demonstrated success designing and delivering enterprise- scale applications and platforms * Expert-level proficiency in modern software development practices and object-oriented programming languages such as C# and .NET * Deep understanding of API design, distributed systems, asynchronous processing, and integration patterns * Strong experience with relational databases and SQL Server preferred * Experience with cloud-native technologies and platforms such as Azure, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and observability tooling * Strong understanding of software architecture, scalability, security, resiliency, and performance optimization * Experience working in Agile/Scrum product delivery environments * Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills * Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities * Ability to influence technical direction without direct authority * Track record of technical innovation and thought leadership Preferred Qualifications * Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field * Experience with Azure DevOps, Git-based workflows, and modern DevOps practices * Experience designing event-driven or service-oriented architectures * Familiarity with observability platforms such as Datadog, Azure Monitor, or similar tooling * Working knowledge of GIS and Spatial Data concepts * PostgreSQL * Capabilities to build modern web application development using TypeScript, JavaScript, Angular and/or React * Reactive Native and mobile application development experience * Experience operating within regulated or compliance-driven environments * Demonstrated ability to lead modernization initiatives and mentor engineering teams through change ## Description Back to all jobs at ELM Utility ServicesSoftware Engineer IV $100,000- $130,000 Missoula/Hybrid/RemoteMissoula, MT Full-time $100000.00-$130000.00/year *Apply Now ELM Utility Services is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran StatusELM Utility Services, isa team of over 1900 employees nationwide. We are seeking a highly experienced software engineer who combines deep technical expertise with strong ownership, system thinking, and leadership through influence. Software Engineer IVs are trusted technical leaders responsible for shaping architecture, improving engineering practices, mentoring teams, and driving scalable solutions across the organization. At ELM, our mission is important- helping keep our communities safe by reducing accidents involving underground utility infrastructure. Our creative and hardworking engineering team designs, builds, and maintains enterprise-class software that powers critical operational and corporate workflows across the organization. As a Software Engineer at ELM, you are not just writing code- you are helping shape the systems that dispatch work, process field data, support regulatory compliance, improve operational efficiency, and ultimately contribute to public safety. We value engineers who think beyond individual features, take ownership of outcomes, collaborate across teams, and help evolve scalable, reliable platforms that support the company's long-term growth and mission.Our Total Rewards Package Includes:Optional benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, H.S.A., and Teladoc.Company Paid Life InsurancePaid-Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time6 Paid Holidays401(k) planBonuses for milestone anniversariesCompetitive pay based on experienceLong history of stable employment and promoting from withinOpportunity to lead and modernize production systems with meaningful operational impactRoles & Responsibilities:Lead large-scale technical initiatives and epics from concept through development and operational supportProvide technical leadership across multiple teams and domains, helping drive architectural consistency and long-term maintainabilityMentor and coach engineers across the organization, elevating technical capability and engineering maturityCollaborate with Product Managers, Team Leads, Architects, and Executive Leadership to align technical solutions with business outcomesDesign and implement scalable, resilient, and observable distributed systems and integrationsDrive improvements in engineering standards, SDLC practices, CI/CD pipelines, testing strategies and operational excellenceChampion best practices around performance, security, compliance, resiliency, and maintainabilityParticipate in technical design reviews, backlog elaboration, and cross-team solutioning effortsTranslate complex technical concepts into clear communication appropriate for both technical and non-technical audiencesIdentify systemic issues, technical debt, and architectural risks, and help lead pragmatic modernization effortsContribute hands-on code and technical implementation where appropriateSupport incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities for production systemsPromote a culture of ownership, accountability, collaboration and continuous learningEducation and ExperienceDegree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience7+ years of professional software engineering experienceDemonstrated success designing and delivering enterprise- scale applications and platformsExpert-level proficiency in modern software development practices and object-oriented programming languages such as C# and .NETDeep understanding of API design, distributed systems, asynchronous processing, and integration patternsStrong experience with relational databases and SQL Server preferredExperience with cloud-native technologies and platforms such as Azure, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and observability toolingStrong understanding of software architecture, scalability, security, resiliency, and performance optimizationExperience working in Agile/Scrum product delivery environmentsExcellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skillsStrong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to influence technical direction without direct authorityTrack record of technical innovation and thought leadershipPreferred QualificationsMaster's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fieldExperience with Azure DevOps, Git-based workflows, and modern DevOps practicesExperience designing event-driven or service-oriented architecturesFamiliarity with observability platforms such as Datadog, Azure Monitor, or similar toolingWorking knowledge of GIS and Spatial Data conceptsPostgreSQLCapabilities to build modern web application development using TypeScript, JavaScript, Angular and/or ReactReactive Native and mobile application development experienceExperience operating within regulated or compliance-driven environmentsDemonstrated ability to lead modernization initiatives and mentor engineering teams through changeWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERPlease visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.Apply for this PositionUpload Your ResumeChoose FileAccepted formats: .pdf, .doc, .docxUpload Cover LetterChoose FileAccepted formats: .pdf, .doc, .docxEnter your email addressBy clicking the button, I agree to the GetHired Terms of Service and Privacy PolicyApply Now Already a GetHired.com member? 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