Kansas software developer employment contract template

Kansas Software Developer Employment Agreement

This Kansas Software Developer Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Effective Date], by and between [Company Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Company Address] (“Company”), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Employment.

• Option A: The Company hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with the Company, as a full-time Software Developer.
• Option B: The Company hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with the Company, as a full-time Senior Software Developer.
• Option C: The Company hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with the Company, as a full-time Lead Software Developer.

2. Duties.

• Employee's primary duties will include, but are not limited to:
• Custom application and system design.
• Source code development using [Programming Language 1], [Programming Language 2], and [Programming Language 3].
• Modular programming and debugging.
• Testing, deployment, and maintenance of software applications.
• Refactoring and code optimization.
• Version control using Git, GitHub, and/or Azure DevOps.
• Peer code reviews.
• Use of issue tracking systems such as Jira.
• Participation in SCRUM/Agile ceremonies.
• Designing APIs and user interfaces (if applicable).
• Database design and maintenance.
• Compliance with industry best security practices, including secure coding and regular vulnerability assessments, as required by Kansas law.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Employee will report to [Reporting Manager Title, e.g., Engineering Manager].
• Employee is expected to communicate with the team through [Communication Platforms, e.g., Slack, Microsoft Teams] on a [Communication Frequency, e.g., daily] basis.
• Collaborative development expectations include:
• Active participation in code reviews.
• Adherence to coding standards.
• Timely updates to version control systems.

3. Technical Stack.

• Employee is expected to utilize the following technical stack:
• Programming Languages: [Programming Language 1], [Programming Language 2], [Programming Language 3].
• Frameworks: [.NET, React, Angular].
• Platforms: [AWS, Azure, Google Cloud].
• Required Credentials/Certifications: [List any required certifications].

4. Work Location and Remote Work Policy.

• Employee's primary work location will be [Company Address or Specific Office Location in Kansas].
• Option A: Remote work is not permitted.
• Option B: Remote work is permitted subject to the following conditions:
• Employee must maintain a dedicated home office space.
• Home office must meet minimum safety standards in accordance with Kansas work safety rules.
• The Company may provide loaned hardware/tools.
• Employee must use secure VPN access.
• The Company reserves the right to audit the home office for compliance with Kansas work safety rules.
• Reimbursement rules for remote work expenses are governed by Kansas statutes.
• Option C: Remote work is permitted subject to approval by [Approving Manager Title].

5. Employment Type and Working Hours.

• Employee's employment is full-time.
• Standard working hours are [Number] hours per week, typically from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
• Overtime may be required. Overtime will be compensated in accordance with Kansas wage and hour law (K.S.A. 44-1201 et seq.). Employee will receive 1.5 times their hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Employee is required to track hours worked using [Time Tracking System].
• Kansas state-mandated rest/meal break policies will be followed.
• A 30-minute unpaid meal break is required for employees working more than 5 consecutive hours, as per Kansas law.

6. Compensation.

• Option A: Employee's base salary is [Salary Amount] per year, payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Option B: Employee's hourly wage is [Hourly Wage Amount], payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Payment will be made via direct deposit.
• The Company complies with Kansas minimum wage laws.
• Overtime will be compensated at 1.5 times the hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Option A: Employee may be eligible for performance-based bonuses.
• Option B: Employee may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
• Option C: Employee may be eligible for project completion bonuses.
• Option D: Employee is eligible for options/equity as outlined in a separate agreement.

7. Benefits.

• Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Employee contribution details are outlined in the benefits summary.
• 401(k) or other Kansas-permissible retirement plan with employer matching [Matching Percentage].
• [Number] days of paid time off (PTO) per year.
• [Number] days of vacation per year, accrued [Accrual Method].
• [Number] sick days per year.
• Parental/family leave in accordance with applicable Kansas and federal laws.
• Observance of Kansas public holidays.
• Option A: Remote work stipend of [Stipend Amount] per month.
• Option B: Education and certification reimbursement up to [Reimbursement Amount] per year.
• Option C: Allowance for purchase of professional software/hardware up to [Allowance Amount] per year.
• Access to technical training and conference attendance, subject to approval by [Approving Manager Title].

8. Intellectual Property.

• All software, source code, documentation, inventions, and related work authored by Employee during employment are "works made for hire" under Kansas law and are owned exclusively by the Company.
• Employee shall promptly disclose all inventions to the Company.
• Employee must obtain prior written approval from the Company before contributing to any open-source or external technical projects.

9. Confidentiality and Trade Secrets.

• Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all Company trade secrets, including source code, proprietary algorithms, business processes, customer or partner data, and technical documentation, both during and after employment.
• This obligation continues beyond termination of employment in accordance with the Kansas Uniform Trade Secrets Act (K.S.A. 60-3320 et seq.).

10. Open-Source Development.

• Employee must obtain written approval from the Company before contributing any code developed or learned on the job to open-source projects.

11. IT and Cybersecurity Compliance.

• Employee shall adhere to the Company's IT and cybersecurity policies, including password policies, multi-factor authentication requirements, restrictions on cloud storage/file sharing, and prohibitions on unauthorized device connections.
• Employee has a duty to immediately report any security incidents to [Designated Security Contact] following Kansas breach disclosure requirements.

12. Behavioral Policies.

• Employee shall not engage in unauthorized reproduction or distribution of proprietary code.
• Employee must participate in code reviews as required by the Company.
• Employee shall adhere to the Company's code of conduct.
• Employee shall commit code updates to version control systems in a timely manner.

13. Non-Solicitation and Non-Compete.

• Employee agrees not to solicit the Company's employees or customers during employment and for a period of [Number] months after termination.
• Option A: Employee agrees not to compete with the Company within [Geographic Area, e.g., the state of Kansas] for a period of [Number] months after termination with respect to [Specific Business Interests, e.g., development of proprietary software product X]. This non-compete agreement is narrowly tailored to protect the Company's legitimate business interests, as required by Kansas law.
• Option B: No non-compete agreement is required.
• Employee acknowledges that overbroad non-compete restrictions are unenforceable under Kansas law.

14. At-Will Employment.

• Employee's employment is at-will, meaning that either the Company or Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to the notice provisions below. This agreement does not constitute a guarantee of employment for any specific duration. This is consistent with Kansas common law.
• Employee must provide [Number] weeks' written notice of resignation.
• The Company may terminate Employee's employment at any time, with or without cause.
• In the event of a layoff, the Company will provide written notice of termination or layoff in accordance with Kansas statutes.
• Final wages will be paid to Employee no later than the next regular payday, as required by Kansas law.
• Employee is required to return all company equipment upon termination.
• Employee must securely delete all company data from all devices upon termination.
• Employee may be required to participate in an exit interview.

15. Anti-Harassment and Equal Opportunity.

• The Company is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, religion, color, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by Kansas and federal law.
• Reporting channels for workplace concerns are outlined in the Company's Employee Handbook.
• Remote and on-site developers will be treated equally.

16. Dispute Resolution.

• Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through the following process:
• Informal negotiation between the parties.
• If informal negotiation fails, formal mediation.
• If mediation fails, binding arbitration.
• The exclusive venue for any legal action relating to this Agreement shall be in [County Name] County, Kansas.
• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Kansas.
• Employee waives any right to bring a dispute outside of Kansas.

17. Workers' Compensation and Safety.

• The Company maintains Kansas workers' compensation coverage for its employees.
• Employee has the right to report safety violations without fear of retaliation.

18. Data Privacy.

• Employee will handle customer or regulated data in accordance with the Company's data privacy policy and all applicable Kansas-specific cybersecurity laws.
• The Company may conduct security audits to ensure compliance.

19. Optional Elements.

• Option A: Employee is subject to a probationary period of [Number] months.
• Option B: Employee may be eligible for special project-based incentives.
• Option C: Employee will receive a relocation allowance of [Allowance Amount].
• Option D: The attached Intellectual Property Assignment lists Employee’s pre-existing inventions.
• Option E: The company will provide [list specific accommodations]

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Company Name]

By: [Name of Company Representative]

Title: [Title of Company Representative]

[Employee Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: ____________________________