Senior Software Engineer — Remote, Cloud Microservices
Nelnet
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Job summary
Nelnet is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and improve software applications on the New Ventures team. The role emphasizes independent ownership, mentorship, and driving technical excellence across projects.
Responsibilities include design, coding, testing, and Agile development with a focus on scalable solutions and continuous improvement. Strong experience with Python/Java and cloud/microservices is expected.
Qualifications
- Five or more years of related experience required.
- Shipped production software in Python and Java.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
- Design robust software solutions for complex projects and scale applications for new business initiatives.
- Write, test, and maintain high-quality code that meets performance standards.
- Work in an Agile environment and adapt to evolving requirements.
- Own projects from conception to deployment with minimal supervision.
- Mentor junior engineers and lead code reviews.
- Promote continuous improvement and collaborate with team members.
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Job description
Nelnet is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and improve software applications on the New Ventures team. The role emphasizes independent ownership, mentorship, and driving technical excellence across projects.
Responsibilities include design, coding, testing, and Agile development with a focus on scalable solutions and continuous improvement. Strong experience with Python/Java and cloud/microservices is expected.
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