Senior Software Engineer - FACTS Financial Aid

Nelnet, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSA and FSA

401K + matching

Tuition reimbursement

Performance-based incentive pay

Employee stock purchase program

Wellness program

Earned time off

Life insurance & AD&D

Job summary

FACTS Financial Aid Management, a Nelnet, Inc. division, seeks a Senior Software Engineer to shape and evolve education-tech solutions.

You will collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to translate customer needs into scalable features in our .NET/Angular stack, mentor peers, and uphold coding quality across globally distributed resources. This role offers a hybrid work option for associates near an office, with visa sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• .NET stack with Angular experience preferred.
• AI experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Researches, designs, implements and manages software applications.
• Partners with Product and Engineering team to define requirements.
• Write, test, and implement efficient code.
• Review and provide feedback on pull requests.
• Use AI coding tools as part of your daily workflow.
• Coach and mentor other team members.
• Stay positive and solution-oriented with team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong technical competency

Clear communication

Independent and team player

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

.NET

Angular

Job description

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology and education services to more than 1,200 higher education institutions, nearly 12,000 K-12 schools, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates within 30 miles of an office to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship as security clearance is required.

WHO WE ARE

We are FACTS Financial Aid Management, and just like our parent company, Nelnet, we are dedicated to diversification and growth. We are people driven. As opportunities arise to diversify and apply our customer service and software expertise, we look to develop our associates to grow right alongside the company. We move fast, stay curious, and value fresh ideas. At FACTS, you won’t just keep up with change - you’ll help shape it. And because we’re only as good as our people, we make sure our teams have the support and opportunities they need to thrive.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Senior Software Engineer at FACTS Financial Aid Management, you will be a key component of the application development process. You will work closely with Product, Engineering and other internal teams to better understand customer needs in order to create new products and product features that will enhance and evolve FACTS Financial Aid Management solutions. You will also mentor less experienced engineers and give guidance on adherence to best practices and development/quality standards. This will include engaging with resources that are located across the globe. While we work in a .NET stack with Angular, we value engineering fundamentals, passion and the ability to learn over specific tech experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Researches, designs, implements and manages software applications.
• Partners with Product and Engineering team to define requirements.
• Write, test, and implement efficient code.
• Review and provide feedback on pull requests.
• Use AI coding tools as part of your daily workflow.
• Coach and mentor other team members.
• Stay positive and solution-oriented with team members and stakeholders.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE

5+ years of related experience. .NET stack with Angular experience preferred. AI experience is preferred.

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

• Strong technical competency, with a logical, analytical, and creative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients, colleagues, and management on complex issues.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities.
• Adapts well to change and focuses on continuous improvement.

Compensation range for this role is $120,00-$150,000 annually, depending on experience.

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BENEFITS

• 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.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [e-mail].

DRUG FREE AND TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HIRING

We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring.

OUR HISTORY

You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible.

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