Kiewit Corporation

Sr. Software Engineer

Kiewit Corporation$100K — $130K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience focusing on enterprise-grade applications.
  • Expertise in RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
  • Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • Knowledge of relational databases like SQL Server or PostgreSQL, and NoSQL preferred.
  • Strong skills in API integration and interoperability across platforms.
  • Familiarity with version control and CI/CD tools like Git and Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and maintain enterprise-grade data applications to meet business needs.
  • Develop scalable backend services and user-facing applications with modern technologies.
  • Collaborate with data teams to enhance data ingestion and warehouse efficiency.
  • Create applications that support analytics, reporting, and machine learning integration.
  • Integrate solutions with ERP, HRIS, CRM, and financial systems.
  • Produce and document clean code to ensure maintainability.
  • Enhance system performance and security through optimization and code reviews.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
  • Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 181499

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Data Services

Department: Data Services

Market: Corporate Home Office

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer specializing in full-stack or backend development to join our dynamic team in Omaha, Nebraska. This role focuses on creating robust, scalable, and secure data-driven applications within cloud environments. Ideal candidates demonstrate a deep commitment to software quality, problem-solving aptitude, and the ability to integrate complex enterprise systems effectively. This position plays a crucial role in advancing our technology goals and delivering impactful solutions that drive business success.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade data applications and software solutions that meet evolving business needs.
  • Design and implement scalable backend services, RESTful APIs, and intuitive user-facing applications using modern technologies and best practices.
  • Collaborate closely with data engineering teams to optimize data ingestion processes, enhance data warehouses, and leverage lakehouse architectures for maximum efficiency.
  • Create applications that empower analytics, reporting, workflow automation, and enable machine learning integration to support informed decision-making.
  • Seamlessly integrate new and existing solutions with enterprise resource planning (ERP), human resources information systems (HRIS), customer relationship management (CRM), and financial platforms.
  • Produce clean, well-documented code adhering to software engineering standards, ensuring maintainability and scalability of systems.
  • Enhance system reliability, security, and performance by conducting regular optimization and code reviews.
  • Contribute to technical strategy and architecture discussions, helping define long-term technology roadmaps aligned with company goals.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts and design durable solutions for production issues, improving platform stability and user experience.
  • Partner with DevOps teams to establish continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, implement automated testing, and embrace infrastructure-as-code methodologies.
  • Ensure strict adherence to enterprise security protocols, governance policies, and data privacy regulations throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Stay informed about emerging cloud technologies, AI advancements, and modern development frameworks to continuously elevate software capabilities.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline is required.
  • At least 7 years of professional experience in software engineering with a strong focus on enterprise-grade application development.
  • Proven expertise in building RESTful APIs and microservices architectures that support complex business workflows.
  • Demonstrated experience developing cloud-native applications on platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform, with an emphasis on scalability and security.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of relational database systems including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, and preferred experience with NoSQL databases.
  • Strong skills in integrating applications with enterprise APIs and diverse data platforms, ensuring seamless interoperability.
  • Proficiency in version control systems such as Git, and fluency in CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
  • Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and methodologies for creating maintainable, scalable solutions.
  • Experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments, contributing effectively to iterative development cycles and cross-functional collaboration.

Other Requirements:
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.


We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

About Kiewit Corporation

Kiewit Corporation is an employee-owned Fortune 500 contractor based in Omaha, Nebraska. Privately held, it is one of the largest contractors in the world. Recent projects have included several bridge retrofittings in the San Francisco Bay Area, Interstate H-3 project in Hawaii, and building the world's largest geodesic dome at Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. Along with significant mining and off-shore operations, the company also contracts small grading (dirt moving) projects for residential or commercial development.

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