Ohio software developer employment contract template

Ohio Software Developer Employment Contract

This Ohio Software Developer Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Legal Name], located at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Position

• Option A: The Employee is hired as a full-time Software Developer.
• Option B: The Employee is hired as a full-time Senior Software Developer.

2. Job Description

The Employee will perform the following duties:

• Develop custom code for web, mobile, and desktop applications.
• Maintain and update legacy systems prevalent in Ohio industries.
• Implement cloud solutions utilizing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Integrate systems with local clients, adhering to their specific requirements.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum team-based development cycles.
• Conduct and participate in code reviews.
• Perform quality assurance testing.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Provide technical support to end-users.
• Other duties as assigned.

3. Required Skills & Technologies

The Employee is expected to have proficiency in the following technologies:

• Option A: Java, .NET, SQL Server, AWS.
• Option B: Python, JavaScript, React, PostgreSQL, Azure.
• Option C: C#, .NET Core, Angular, MongoDB, Google Cloud Platform.

4. Professional Development

• Option A: Employee is encouraged to attend regional tech conferences and meetups in Ohio.
• Option B: Employer will reimburse up to [Dollar Amount] per year for relevant training and certifications.
• Option C: Employee will participate in internal training programs focused on Ohio industry-specific technologies.

5. Reporting Structure

• Option A: The Employee will report to the [Manager Title].
• Option B: The Employee will report directly to the [Department Head Title].

6. Place of Work

• Option A: The primary place of work is [City, Ohio].
• Option B: The Employee will work remotely from their residence in Ohio.
• Option C: Hybrid work arrangement: [Number] days in office, [Number] days remote.

7. Remote Work Policy (If Applicable)

• Employee must maintain a secure internet connection.
• Employee must adhere to Employer's IT security standards and Ohio privacy statutes.
• Employee must use multi-factor authentication for all company systems.
• Remote work outside of Ohio is [Permitted/Prohibited].
• Employer will provide necessary IT equipment.

8. Employment Status and Hours

• Option A: Full-time employee working [Number] hours per week.
• Option B: Full-time employee, exempt from overtime.
• Option C: Full-time employee, eligible for overtime pay at 1.5x hourly rate for hours worked over 40 per week in accordance with Ohio Revised Code.

9. Core Collaboration Hours (If Applicable)

• Option A: Core collaboration hours are [Start Time] to [End Time] Eastern Time.
• Option B: No specific core collaboration hours are required.

10. Overtime

• Option A: Overtime is not expected.
• Option B: Overtime may be required and will be compensated in accordance with Ohio law.
• Option C: Employee is exempt from overtime pay.

11. Rest/Meal Breaks

Employee is entitled to rest and meal breaks as mandated by Ohio law.

12. Compensation

• Option A: The Employee's annual salary is [Dollar Amount], payable [Bi-weekly/Monthly] via direct deposit.
• Option B: The Employee's hourly rate is [Dollar Amount], payable [Bi-weekly/Monthly] via direct deposit.

13. Bonus/Profit Sharing/RSUs

• Option A: The Employee is eligible for a performance-based bonus, as determined by Employer.
• Option B: The Employee is eligible for profit sharing, according to the company's profit sharing plan.
• Option C: The Employee will receive Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as per the company’s RSU plan.
• Option D: Not Applicable.

14. Benefits

• Health Insurance: [Description of Health Insurance Plan].
• Dental Insurance: [Description of Dental Insurance Plan].
• Vision Insurance: [Description of Vision Insurance Plan].
• 401(k): [Description of 401(k) Plan].
• Paid Time Off (PTO): [Number] days per year.
• Sick Leave: [Number] days per year.
• Holidays: [List of Ohio-recognized holidays].
• Parental Leave: [Description of Parental Leave Policy].
• Other Benefits: [List of other benefits, e.g., commuter stipends, remote work reimbursement, etc.].

15. Intellectual Property

The Employee agrees that all software, code, inventions, and documentation created during the course of employment are the sole property of the Employer. This does not extend to inventions made entirely on the employee’s own time without employer resources, per Ohio statutes.

16. Open Source

• Option A: Use of open-source libraries requires Employer approval.
• Option B: Contributing to public repositories requires prior written consent from Employer.

17. Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all Employer information, including technical and business information, both during and after employment, as governed by the Ohio Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

18. External Activities

Participation in external technical forums, open-source work, and side projects requires written consent from Employer to avoid conflicts of interest or intellectual property issues.

19. Company Policies

The Employee agrees to comply with all company policies, including those related to security, data protection, and acceptable use, tailored to developer roles, including secure coding standards, use of VPN, code security scans, limitations on personal device use, active participation in code reviews, and incident reporting responsibilities.

20. Non-Compete (If Applicable)

• Option A: Employee agrees not to engage in competitive activities within [Geographic Scope, e.g., Ohio counties] for a period of [Number] months after termination of employment.
• Option B: Non-compete clause is not applicable.
• Option C: The scope of prohibited competitive activity is limited to [Specific activities].

21. Non-Solicitation/Non-Disparagement

The Employee agrees not to solicit employees or clients of the Employer, nor disparage the Employer, its products, or its employees, during and after employment.

22. At-Will Employment

The employment relationship is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, subject to any applicable notice requirements.

23. Termination

• Option A: Employer requires [Number] weeks written notice of resignation.
• Option B: In the event of termination, the Employer will provide [Number] weeks of severance pay.
• Option C: Upon termination, the Employee will receive all accrued wages in accordance with Ohio law.

24. Anti-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and Ohio laws regarding anti-discrimination and equal employment opportunity.

25. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good faith mediation, then binding arbitration or in the courts of Ohio. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio. Venue for any legal proceedings shall be [County], Ohio.

26. Compliance

The Employee agrees to comply with all mandatory state and federal labor and occupational health requirements, including Ohio workers’ compensation insurance and state unemployment insurance procedures.

27. Background Checks/Drug Screening (If Applicable)

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening.
• Option B: Not Applicable

28. Contract Review

This Agreement will be reviewed periodically and updated as needed to reflect changes in technology and compliance standards.

29. Amendment

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties.

30. Acknowledgement

The Employee acknowledges receipt and understanding of all Ohio-specific legal notices and company policies.

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

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[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

[Employer Legal Name]

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[Employee Legal Name]