Job Description

This position may be filled at a level II or III depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

This role contributes to the development, maintenance, and support of the Bank’s software application systems and related tools, with responsibilities adjusted by proficiency level. Across Levels II–III, the position provides technical support to Bank staff and collaborates with the development team to ensure stable, effective systems. Depending on placement, the role ranges from learning and contributing under close guidance, to working independently and recommending process improvements, to leading technical efforts, mentoring team members, and driving best practices across the development function.

In This Role, You Will

• Contribute to the analysis, design, development, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of Bank applications, with responsibility increasing by level.
• Write and maintain automated test scripts for new and existing applications.
• Support troubleshooting and problem resolution, with senior levels guiding and training others in debugging and testing practices.
• Assist, guide, or mentor team members, with advanced levels providing broader leadership and training.
• Participate in process improvement efforts, ranging from contributing ideas to leading initiatives at higher levels.
• Report on task progress and engage in project planning activities as appropriate for the level.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Four to six years of related experience (Level II); seven or more years with at least two years of advanced development experience (Level III).
• Understanding of database design, programming concepts, and web development, ranging from intermediate (Level II) to advanced (Level III).
• Experience with Microsoft technologies.
• Familiarity with Bank technologies, progressing from basic (Level II) to functional understanding (Level III)
• Strong analytical thinking, logical reasoning, and problem‑solving skills.
• Resourcefulness and creativity when researching new tools and techniques.
• Goal‑oriented mindset with strong team collaboration
• Ability to work and travel independently and operate standard office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or professional certification.
• Experience with Agile development methods.
• Deeper or advanced competency in database design, programming, and web development (Levels II and III).

Why work here

FHLBank Topeka strives to be an employer of choice by offering industry leading benefits such as generous vacation and volunteer hours. Below are a few more of our benefits.

• Bankwide incentive compensation program
• 401K retirement plan with competitive company match
• Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Incentive-based wellness program
• Paid maternity and parent bonding leave
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
• Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes
• Summer hours
• Onsite café

How we work

At FHLBank Topeka, employees are business partners. We believe we are successful when we partner with one another and understand that our differences only make us stronger.

• Flexible Remote Workday | Business partners may work remote one day per week.
• Access to Leadership | The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say "Hi." Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.
• Peer-to-Peer Recognition | Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.
• Professional Wins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.

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FHLBank Topeka EEO Policy

FHLBank Topeka is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, parental status, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, military status, gender identity and expression or marital status.

Accommodation Request

Should you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].