How to hire a junior programmer analyst

How to hire a junior programmer analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step junior programmer analyst hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a junior programmer analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new junior programmer analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a junior programmer analyst, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A junior programmer analyst's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, junior programmer analysts from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of junior programmer analysts and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Junior Programmer Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Junior Programmer Analyst	Computer systems analysts study an organization’s current computer systems and procedures and design information systems solutions to help the organization operate more efficiently and effectively. They bring business and information technology (IT) together by understanding the needs and limitations of both.	$26-37
   Analyst Lead	The duties of an analyst lead depend on one's line of work or industry of employment. Typically, their responsibilities revolve around performing research and analysis, coordinating with different departments to gather leads and data, reviewing findings, and producing reports and presentations for the stakeholders and other higher-ranking officials... Show more	$35-58
   Analyst	Analysts are employees or individual contributors with a vast experience in a particular field that help the organization address challenges. They help the organization improve processes, policies, and other operations protocol by studying the current processes in place and determining the effectiveness of those processes... Show more	$25-47

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • C++
   • Java
   • Software Development
   • Windows
   • JavaScript
   • Unix
   • C Net
   • Application Development
   • JQuery
   • HTML
   • CSS
   • Linux
   • Debugging
   • MVC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage to increase company productivity by implementing digital scanning system to replace handwriting practices while being responsible for entire SDLC process.
   • Code COBOL programs to produce reports for the business customers.
   • Debug and process various text, xml base data maintenance files.
   • Maintain a series of interrelate COBOL program with IDMS and SAS code.
   • Work closely with clients in training, debugging, and customization of software.
   • Create client side and server side validations using JavaScript and ASP.NET input validations controls.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your junior programmer analyst job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A junior programmer analyst salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, junior programmer analysts' average salary in mississippi is 27% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level junior programmer analysts earn 29% less than senior-level junior programmer analysts.
   • Certifications. A junior programmer analyst with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a junior programmer analyst's salary.

   Average junior programmer analyst salary

   $65,857yearly

   $31.66 hourly rate

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   Entry-level junior programmer analyst salary

   $55,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 19, 2026

   Average junior programmer analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$76,405	$37
   2	California	$75,576	$36
   3	Oregon	$67,973	$33
   4	Pennsylvania	$67,834	$33
   5	New York	$67,061	$32
   6	Massachusetts	$67,020	$32
   7	New Jersey	$66,795	$32
   8	Georgia	$66,293	$32
   9	Connecticut	$65,237	$31
   10	Minnesota	$65,092	$31
   11	North Carolina	$64,783	$31
   12	Virginia	$64,346	$31
   13	Arkansas	$64,286	$31
   14	Ohio	$63,839	$31
   15	Illinois	$63,743	$31
   16	Texas	$63,742	$31
   17	Colorado	$62,749	$30
   18	Florida	$61,497	$30
   19	Tennessee	$60,866	$29
   20	Missouri	$60,294	$29

   Average junior programmer analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Molina Healthcare	$92,159	$44.31	76
   2	GlobalLogic	$75,881	$36.48
   3	Cahaba Government Benefit Administrators, LLC	$66,980	$32.20
   4	Telecom	$66,693	$32.06
   5	SG Americas Securities Holdings, LLC	$66,661	$32.05
   6	Vision Systems Inc	$66,597	$32.02
   7	Redolent	$66,591	$32.01	1
   8	Interstate Moving	$66,523	$31.98
   9	Motor State Distributing	$66,282	$31.87
   10	AXIOM Systems	$65,983	$31.72
   11	C&V Consulting	$65,915	$31.69
   12	Fourth Technologies, Inc.	$65,816	$31.64
   13	Wipro Limited	$65,677	$31.58	2
   14	Cognosante	$65,590	$31.53
   15	The McGuire Group	$65,524	$31.50
   16	Multivision	$65,397	$31.44
   17	Enterprise Information Services	$65,380	$31.43
   18	HCL Technologies	$65,359	$31.42	2
   19	Blink Consulting: Critically Rethinking Diversity	$65,238	$31.36
   20	Softech Intl	$65,234	$31.36

4. Writing a junior programmer analyst job description

   A job description for a junior programmer analyst role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a junior programmer analyst job description:

   Junior programmer analyst job description example

   Jr. Programmer Analyst -WEB00510 Center Point Energy is looking for an Jr. Programmer Analyst to join our IT Team, located in Houston, TX OR Evansville, IN.
   
   You will have the ability to help provide internally developed and third-party software solutions to meet business needs. This individual will manage technical aspects of assigned projects, including planning and resolving issues. The Interactive Developer will also work independently to convert business requirements to User Experience, Technical Design Specifications, and design/develop code for enterprise-wide and other projects.
   We want you to know
   CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
   
   Diversity and Inclusion
   CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities, and talents of our diverse workforce.
   At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
   What we bring to you
   
   Competitive pay
   Paid training
   Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
   Subsides metro and parking discounts
   Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
   Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
   Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
   401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution with immediate 100% vesting.
   
   To be successful in this role you will:
   
   Work with UX, Design and Development to ensure projects are completed using the best methodologies and technologies.
   Develop front-end/presentation layer code, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.
   Work with pitch teams to ideate and quickly generate prototypes.
   Stay current with emerging front-end technologies and be able to promote their usage as required.
   Ensure cross-browser compatibility and resolve bugs where required.
   Function effectively in a high-volume, fast-changing work environment while managing multiple time-critical issues.
   Strong multi-tasker. The Interactive Developer has the ability to think and respond quickly while maintaining attention to detail across multiple projects and teams.
   Contribute ideas based on a strong technical baseline of knowledge around front-end experiences.
   
   Your background includes:
   
   Education: Bachelor's degree in MIS, computer science or design is required
   Experience: Requires a minimum of 2 years of previous experience related to software applications and development projects.
   Knowledge and experience in Microsoft .NET / jQuery / Bootstrap / AngularJS etc.
   Able to quickly pick up and work with JavaScript APIs and libraries.
   Knowledge and experience in either LESS/SASS framework & Grunt/Gulp
   Experience with mobile web and hybrid frameworks like Phone Gap preferred.
   Experience with wireframe tools to communicate concepts to end-users
   Requirements gathering and documentation skills for UX.
   Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training courses and do so timely
   Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals, adhere to the Company's values and business practices and do both consistently
   
   #LI-CNP
   This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Job Info. Technology - ProgrammingPrimary LocationUS-TX-Houston-CenterPoint Energy TowerOther LocationsUS-IN-Evansville-CNP PlazaOrganization WEB DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT CUSTOMER (10206023) Job Posting Sep 21, 2022Posting End Date Nov 5, 2022

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find junior programmer analysts for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   To find junior programmer analyst candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit junior programmer analysts, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   While interviews are great, you will only sometimes learn enough from a conversation with a junior programmer analyst applicant. In those cases, having candidates complete a test project can go a long way in figuring out who's the most likely to succeed in the role. If you aren't a technical person and don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new junior programmer analyst

   Once you've found the junior programmer analyst candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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