Remote Senior Software Engineer - Lead AI-Driven Apps

Nelnet

Pierre (SD)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Nelnet is seeking a Senior Software Engineer on our New Ventures team to design and maintain scalable applications for innovative customer solutions. You will participate in fast-moving projects with independent ownership, mentoring peers, and delivering high-quality software across the development lifecycle.

The role emphasizes code excellence, Agile collaboration, and continuous improvement. A remote, full-time position with competitive compensation and inclusive benefits supports your

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
5+ years of related software development experience.
Shipped production software using Python and Java.
Experience with AI-assisted development tools and cloud-based microservices.

Responsibilities

Design robust software solutions for complex projects.
Write, test, and maintain high-quality code.
Work in an Agile environment and adapt to evolving requirements.
Own projects from conception through deployment with minimal supervision.
Conduct code audits, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure quality.

Skills

Python

Java

AI-assisted development tools

Cloud platforms

Microservices architecture

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent ownership

Agile development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

GitHub Copilot

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Job description

The role emphasizes code excellence, Agile collaboration, and continuous improvement. A remote, full-time position with competitive compensation and inclusive benefits supports your

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