Software Developer II

Iowa State University; United States; Híbrido; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Center for Survey Statistics and Methodology (CSSM) at Iowa State University seeks a Software Developer II to build software for the NRI survey and client projects.

You will work on software with statistical methods, estimation, database programming, and web application components using C/C++, Python, Java, and JavaScript.

Formación

• 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 NRCS NRI survey process and systems.

Responsabilidades

• Develop software for the USDA-sponsored National Resources Inventory (NRI) survey and CSSM clients.
• Work with statistical methods and algorithms in software development.
• Develop estimation programs with statistical sampling and imputation methods.
• Engage in database programming, systems programming, and web application programming.

Conocimientos

C/C++

Python

Java

C#

JavaScript

React

Redux

jQuery

JSON

Herramientas

Oracle

PostgreSQL

SQLite

Berkeley DB

HTML

CSS

Descripción del empleo

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

Original Posting Date:

October 28, 2026

Posting Close Date:

November 3, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R20025

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. [phone], email [e-mail].

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.