Vermont software developer employment contract template

Vermont Full-Time Software Developer Employment Agreement

Effective Date: [Date]

This Vermont Full-Time Software Developer Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of the Effective Date by and between:

Employer: [Employer Legal Name], a Vermont [Corporation/LLC] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] and registered in Vermont under entity registration number [Vermont Entity Registration Number], hereinafter referred to as "Employer." Employer contact information: [Employer Phone Number], [Employer Email Address].

Employee: [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employee." Employee contact information: [Employee Phone Number], [Employee Email Address].

In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. Employment

Employee is hired as a full-time Software Developer.

Option A: On-site at [Employer Address].

Option B: Hybrid, with [Number] days per week on-site at [Employer Address].

Option C: Remote, with occasional on-site meetings as required.

Employee will report to [Reporting Manager Name], [Reporting Manager Title].

Job Duties Include: Software application design, full stack development, cloud deployment, code review, continuous integration, agile or Scrum processes, and cross-functional team involvement.

Specific responsibilities include: [Detailed List of Responsibilities].

Required Skills: Proficiency in [List of Programming Languages] (e.g., Python, Java, C#), frameworks [List of Frameworks], and tools [List of Tools].

Employee will collaborate with team members and clients as needed, and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.

Employee is expected to follow company IT policy, Vermont-specific data security best practices, and regularly participate in code reviews.

2. Place of Work & Remote Work (If Applicable)

Primary place of work is designated as: [On-site/Hybrid/Remote].

Option A: On-site at [Employer Address].

Option B: Hybrid work requires in-person attendance [Number] days per week.

Option C: Remote work requires adherence to the company's remote work policy, including data security protocols.

Employee is responsible for maintaining a secure home office environment.

Employer will provide necessary hardware and secure access to the company network.

Employee must comply with all Vermont data privacy and security statutes.

3. Employment Type & Hours

Employment Type: Full-time, [Exempt/Non-Exempt].

Option A: Exempt (not eligible for overtime).

Option B: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime as per Vermont law).

Standard Weekly Hours: [Number] hours per week.

Overtime: If non-exempt, overtime will be paid at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with Vermont wage and hour regulations.

Rest and Meal Breaks: Employee is entitled to rest and meal breaks as required under Vermont labor statutes.

4. Compensation

Base Salary: [Dollar Amount] per [Year/Hour].

Option A: Annual salary of [Dollar Amount], paid [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

Option B: Hourly rate of [Dollar Amount], paid [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

Payment Method: [Direct Deposit/Check].

Pay Period: [Start Date] to [End Date].

Bonus/Incentives:

Option A: Performance-based bonus of up to [Percentage]% of annual salary, based on achieving specific goals outlined in [Document Name].

Option B: Project milestone incentives as detailed in [Project Name] project plan.

Option C: Eligibility for equity/shares in the company, subject to vesting terms outlined in a separate agreement.

Vesting schedule: [Vesting Schedule Description].

5. Benefits

Health Insurance: Employer offers health insurance coverage as detailed in the employee benefits handbook.

Dental Insurance: Employer offers dental insurance coverage as detailed in the employee benefits handbook.

Vision Insurance: Employer offers vision insurance coverage as detailed in the employee benefits handbook.

Retirement Plan: Employer offers a [401(k)/Vermont Secure Choice Retirement Plan] as detailed in the employee benefits handbook.

Employer matching contribution: [Percentage]% up to [Dollar Amount].

Paid Time Off (PTO):

Vacation: [Number] days of paid vacation per year, accruing [Accrual Rate].

Sick Leave: Accrual in accordance with the Vermont Earned Sick Time Law (VESTL).

Parental and Family Leave: In accordance with the Vermont Parental and Family Leave Act (VPFLA).

Paid Holidays: [List of Paid Holidays].

Other Benefits:

Option A: Flexible/Remote work stipend of [Dollar Amount] per month.

Option B: Annual technical education and conference reimbursement up to [Dollar Amount].

Option C: Commuting allowance of [Dollar Amount] per month.

Option D: Relocation assistance, if applicable, as outlined in [Relocation Agreement Document].

Option E: Tuition or certification support for ongoing tech upskilling, up to [Dollar Amount] per year, subject to approval.

6. Intellectual Property

All inventions, code, databases, algorithms, software, documentation, and improvements developed during employment are owned by the Employer, as per the Vermont Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

Open-source contributions require prior written approval from the Employer.

Carve-out for inventions unrelated to work: Inventions developed entirely on the Employee's own time and with the Employee's own resources, and that do not relate to the Employer's business or anticipated business, are excluded.

Employee must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

7. Confidentiality & Data Protection

Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary software, algorithms, source code, business methods, and any customer or user data.

Employee will safeguard all confidential information according to company policy and Vermont regulations on data breaches and security.

These obligations survive the termination of employment.

Employee will adhere to Vermont regulations regarding data breaches and security, including the Vermont Security Breach Notice Act.

8. Code Quality, IT Security, & Professional Conduct

Employee is expected to maintain high code quality, adhere to company IT policy, and follow Vermont-specific data security best practices.

Employee will participate in regular code reviews and follow secure development life cycle protocols.

Employee will promptly report any security vulnerabilities in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Installation/use of unauthorized software or external storage is prohibited.

Employee will comply with all applicable export control laws.

9. Non-Competition, Non-Solicitation & Non-Disclosure

Non-compete clauses are highly restricted under Vermont law and, if used, must meet Vermont's reasonableness standard with a narrowly defined geographic and temporal scope, and only cover the protection of company trade secrets.

Option A: (If a Non-Compete is deemed absolutely necessary after consulting with Vermont legal counsel): Employee agrees not to engage in any business that directly competes with the Employer within a [Number] mile radius of [Employer Address] for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment. This restriction applies only to activities that directly utilize the Employer's trade secrets.

Non-Solicitation: Employee agrees not to solicit employees, customers, or suppliers of the Employer for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.

Non-Disclosure: Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information of the Employer, as defined in Section 7, both during and after the term of employment.

10. At-Will Employment & Termination

Employment is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, subject to the following provisions.

Termination Procedures:

Voluntary Resignation: Employee must provide [Number] weeks written notice.

Involuntary Termination: Employer will provide [Number] weeks written notice or pay in lieu of notice, as per Vermont law.

Severance Pay: Severance pay, if any, will be determined according to the Employer's severance pay policy, which complies with Vermont law.

Final Wage Payment: Employee will receive a final wage payment in accordance with Vermont law.

Return of Property: Employee must return all company property and intellectual property upon termination.

Layoffs: In the event of a layoff, the Employer will comply with all applicable Vermont laws.

11. Anti-Discrimination

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Vermont anti-discrimination and fair employment practices law, covering categories such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, and HIV status.

12. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good faith negotiation and mediation prior to any arbitration or litigation.

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Vermont.

Jurisdiction for any legal action shall be exclusively in the courts of the State of Vermont.

13. Worker's Compensation & Safety

Employee is covered by worker's compensation insurance as required by Vermont statutes.

Employer provides a safe and healthy work environment and will comply with all applicable occupational health and safety regulations.

Option A: Access to Vermont Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

Option B: Resources and support for remote work wellness.

14. Equal Employment Opportunity & Anti-Harassment

Employer affirms and incorporates Vermont's unique anti-discrimination, equal employment opportunity, and anti-harassment requirements, referencing protected classes under Vermont statute.

Employer has established complaint procedures and expects all employees to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace.

15. Modification

All provisions and benefits are subject to change per company policy and Vermont regulatory updates.

These terms are modifiable for specific software developer roles or projects in Vermont.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.

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[Employer Representative Name], [Employer Representative Title]

Employer

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[Employee Full Legal Name]

Employee