Software Developer II

Iowa State University; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Center for Survey Statistics and Methodology is seeking a Software Developer II to design, implement, and maintain software for the NRI survey and CSSM clients. This role emphasizes statistical methods, data analysis, and web or database programming.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with 3 years of related experience; proficiency in C/C++, Python, or Java is preferred, along with web tech and database experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Responsibilities

• Software development for the NRI survey and CSSM clients.
• Estimation program development with sampling and imputation methods.
• Database programming and systems programming.
• Web application programming.

Skills

Programming experience

Web development

Database experience

Survey science experience

Statistical methods knowledge

NRCS/NRI process experience

Tools

C/C++

C#

Python

Java

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

React

Redux

jQuery

JSON

Oracle

PostgreSQL

SQLite

Berkeley DB

Job description

Required Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Position Title

Software Developer II

Job Group

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Job Description

The Center for Survey Statistics and Methodology (CSSM) in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University is seeking a Software Developer II. CSSM provides statistical research and consulting, data analysis, software development, and IT support related to grants and cooperative agreements. CSSM works with a number of groups including the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), and other groups at Iowa State University. This position is specifically responsible for the development of software for the USDA-sponsored National Resources Inventory (NRI) survey and other CSSM clients. This position will be involved with one or more of the following components: software development with statistical methods and algorithms; development of an estimation program with statistical sampling and imputation methods; database programming; systems programing; web application programming.

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming experience using C/C++, C#, Python, or Java
• Web development using JavaScript and experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Redux, jQuery, and JSON
• Experience using database systems such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQLite, or Berkeley DB
• Experience in survey science or survey development
• Experience in statistical methods, algorithms, and processing
• Experience with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) National Resources Inventory (NRI) survey process and systems

The Center for Survey Statistics and Methodology (CSSM) in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University provides statistical research and consulting, data analysis, software development, and IT support related to grants and cooperative agreements. CSSM works with a number of groups including the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), and within ISU, the Survey & Behavioral Research Services (SBRS).

For more information about CSSM, please visit: https://www.cssm.iastate.edu/

This a term position with an end date of 3/31/2027. The possibility for renewal is based on funding availability.

This position offers the opportunity for remote work but does require the employee to reside in the state of Iowa on or before the start of employment.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Choose Iowa State University?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date Or Length Of Term

March 31, 2027

Number Of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Full time

Pay Grade

PS810

Posting Close Date

November 3, 2026

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.