Software Developer II

Iowa State University; Sioux Center (IA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Generous vacation, holiday, and sick

Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Center for Survey Statistics and Methodology seeks a Software Developer II to contribute to software development for the NRI survey and CSSM client projects. The role involves implementing statistical methods, databases, and web applications within a collaborative academic environment.

The position is a fixed-term appointment with a March 31, 2027 end date, offering potential renewal based on funding.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related software development experience.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, C#, Python, or Java.
• Experience with web development: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, Redux, jQuery, JSON.
• Experience with database systems: Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQLite, or Berkeley DB.
• Familiarity with NRCS/NRI survey processes and statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for the NRI survey and CSSM clients.
• Implement software with statistical methods and algorithms.
• Develop estimation programs with sampling and imputation methods.
• Perform database programming and systems programming.
• Create web applications as needed.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Python

Java

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

React

Redux

jQuery

JSON

Oracle

PostgreSQL

SQLite

Berkeley DB

Tools

Oracle

PostgreSQL

SQLite

Berkeley DB

Job description

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.

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).

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.

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

Benefits:

• 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

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

Original Posting Date:

October 28, 2026

Posting Close Date:

November 3, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R20025

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. , email.

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.