Job Description

At Jack Henry, we're more than a technology company, we're a force for good in financial services. We're redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human centered experiences. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence then we'd love to meet you.


We're excited to welcome an early career Programmer Analyst to join our team at Jack Henry. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a collaborative and supportive organization that prioritizes your professional growth and long-term career development. We're seeking a motivated individual with a strong eagerness to learn, a proactive mindset, and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a second-shift environment, working Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM Central Time. In this role, you'll primarily be responsible for monitoring systems during nightly bank processing, with occasional opportunities to engage in light programming and collaborate with our install and support teams. You'll serve as the primary point of contact for banks newly onboarded to the Jack Henry CPS system during after-hours operations. Additionally, there may be opportunities to temporarily transition to a hybrid schedule--working one day shift and four night shifts--to support your training and development. If you're looking to build a meaningful career while making a real impact on a team that values your contributions, we encourage you to apply.


This position is a hybrid role requiring at least 2 days per month after training in the Springfield, MO; or Monett, MO office.


The salary range for this position is $55,400- $71,350 and will be determined based on location and experience level.


All positions, regardless of location, may require an onsite interview or in-person onboarding requirement to verify your identity.

What you'll be responsible for:

Participates in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure code quality and resolve issues. Participates in assignments and designs/develops programming requirements and software specifications. Participates in programming and testing all or selected components of complex applications. Participates in analyzing and resolving test result problems and debugs production issues. Participates in creating programming documentation; may include defining the system and functional requirements of the product. Stays updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to continuously improve skills and enhance software development processes. Adheres to organizational standards, policies, and procedures related to software development, security, and compliance May collaborate with cross-functional teams. Performs other duties as assigned.

What you'll need to have:

Minimum of 18 months of hands-on technical or programming experience acquired through professional roles or academic coursework. Must be available to work second shift hours- 4:00 pm to 1:00 am Central Time, with a one-hour meal break. Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning with a commitment to investing time and effort into personal and professional development.

What would be nice for you to have:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or other technical degree. Prior experience in FinTech, Banking or working with EFT systems. Familiarity with RPG programming in any version is highly valuable. Ability for shift flexibility for potential learning opportunities.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We're looking for passionate, driven individuals who align with our mission and can bring unique perspectives to our team.

Why Jack Henry?

At Jack Henry, we live by the motto: "Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun." It's more than a tagline, it's the foundation of our culture. We recognize that our associates are the key to our success, and we're deeply committed to their wellbeing. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health so you can thrive both personally and professionally.


We're also leading the way in technology modernization, helping financial institutions evolve with speed, security, and flexibility. Our strategy focuses on delivering secure data access, mitigating fraud, and enabling seamless integration. Empowering our teams to build innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of accountholders.

Culture of Commitment

Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Our culture empowers us to rise to challenges, seek new opportunities, and support one another through change. It's this shared commitment that drives our success. We're proud to foster an environment where inclusion, sustainability, and community impact are more than values, they're how we operate. Visit our Corporate Sustainability site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business - and our society - stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.


No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.

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