Nelnet

IT Software Engineer - Java

Nelnet$60K — $120K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in software development, focusing on key competencies.
  • Strong relational database knowledge.
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle, preferably with agile methodologies.
  • Capability to obtain a security clearance.
  • Knowledge in NIST compliance is highly desired.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the design of software solutions for various business needs.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications and design documents.
  • Follow best practices and standards for technology and security.
  • Provide post-implementation support, including performance monitoring and debugging.
  • Stay updated on technological advancements and apply them to improve business solutions.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous earned time off.
  • 401K and student loan repayment assistance.
  • Tuition reimbursement and performance-based incentives.
  • Robust wellness program.
Full Job Description

Responsible for developing enterprise wide cross-functional software solutions, working closely with IT Software Architects and IT Business Analysts technical teams.

External candidates must reside within a 30-mile radius of one of the below office locations:

Centennial, CO

Lincoln, NE

Madison, WI

Nelnet believes in a hybrid work environment. The standard hybrid work schedule includes 24 hours of in-office work each week, for associates that reside within 30 miles of an office. This is subject to change, based on manager discretion.

NOTE: Internal Associates working in a remote capacity may be considered for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in solution design to satisfy a wide range of business needs.

  • Analysis and translation of business requirements into technical requirements for development, and creation of design documents and technical specifications.

  • Adhere to Best Practices and Standards in the areas of technology and security.

  • Provide post implementation support including, but not limited to, monitoring application performance and debugging existing code.

  • Keep abreast of advancements and changes in technology and develop an understanding of how new technologies can be leveraged provide business solutions.

EDUCATION: 
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE: 
Minimum 3 years of experience in software development with strong skills in at least one key competency.

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

  • Strong relational database knowledge.

  • Understanding of best practices and methods to integrate applications within the organization and with external partners.  

  • Strong knowledge of the full software development lifecycle; with exposure to agile or iterative approaches to delivery preferred.

  • Working knowledge of the network and/or server infrastructure required to host an application on the platforms in areas of expertise.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies and business functions.

  • Strong analytical skills to determine effective approaches to business solutions.

  • Ability to perform effectively in a team-oriented environment.

  • Ability to obtain a security clearance.

  • Knowledge in the area of NIST compliance strongly desired.

Annual compensation range for this role is $60,000-$120,000, depending on experience.

This position requires work in support of the Company’s contract with the United States Department of Education (“ED”). As such, the United States Government requires that any applicant for this position must complete United States Government security clearance. Effective June 1, 2018, ED has informed Nelnet that security clearance applications for foreign nationals are not being accepted or processed. In light of this direction from ED, Nelnet will be unable to hire applicants without United States citizenship for such positions.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: .

About Nelnet

Nelnet, Inc. provides educational services in loan servicing, payment processing, education planning, and asset management. The company is headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska and has additional offices in Omaha, Nebraska; Aurora, Colorado; Tigard, Oregon; and Sacramento, California. Nelnet was founded in 1978 and is one of the largest student loan servicers in the United States. Nelnet also provides software and data management services for the education finance industry. The company has three primary business segments: Loan Systems and Servicing, Tuition Payment Processing, and Communications. Nelnet is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NNI.
Learn more about Nelnet
Size
7,988 employees
Market Cap
$3.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$352.4 million
Founded
1977
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.4 billion
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