Software Developer - Meter Data Management Software (Full Stack, Back End)

Worky; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with monthly N$

401(k) with employer match

PTO and holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

NISC is seeking software developers to join our Meter Data Management Software Development team, focusing on full-stack and heavier backend development. You will work on data storage and analytics that support AMI data processing, billing support, and customer service enhancements.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Product, Data, UX, and Engineering, with hybrid work options and a strong SDLC discipline. You will contribute to scalable solutions and automation in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience (implied seniority).
• Experience with a full-stack, cloud-based environment.
• Proficiency with Javascript, Angular, Typescript or other web development languages.
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as Java or Scala.
• Experience with AWS cloud services (e.g., S3, Lambda, EC2, EMR, SQS, SNS, CloudWatch).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Oracle, Postgres, Cassandra, DynamoDB).
• Understanding of ETL/ELT processes, metadata, dependency, and workload management.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and engineering tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Bamboo.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack applications and scalable data engineering solutions.
• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues across application and data platforms.
• Apply SDLC best practices to ensure quality, performance, security, and maintainability of production code.
• Collaborate with Product, Data, UX, and Engineering teams to deliver business solutions.
• Participate in architectural and technical design discussions and contribute to technical direction.
• Create and maintain data tools that improve data accessibility, reliability, and usability.
• Identify and implement opportunities for automation, scalability, and system optimization.
• Provide clear progress updates and communicate risks, dependencies, and technical considerations.
• Explore and prototype intelligent agent-based features that enhance user experience or automate workflows.

Skills

Full-stack development

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

JIRA

Confluence

Bitbucket

Job description

Company Overview:

For more than 50 years, NISC has developed and implemented enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 1200+ utilities andbroadbandsacross North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, qualitydrivenand valued priced. We exist to serve ourMembersand help them serve their communities through our innovative software products,servicesand outstanding customer support. NISC has beenranked inComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for twenty-two years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team.

OurMembershave over 18million endcustomers (residential and businesses who receive power, internet,televisionand/or telephone services) that our enterprise software solution enables ourMembersto compete effectively in the industry, while excelling in customer service.

Position Overview:

NISC is always seeking out talented software developers & engineers who are motivated, collaborative, and excited to solve complex challenges.We’reespecially interested in individuals with experience working on a full stack, heavierbackenddevelopment team.

We look for individuals who thrive in a team environment, are committed toaccomplishingshared goals, and are eager to learn and innovate. This position would be on ourMeter Data ManagementSoftwareDevelopment team, which is NISC's solutionfor data storage and analytics that enhances customer service and provides engineering analysis using Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) data. This product helps utility staff to analyze,troubleshootandvalidatedata for billing and other purposes.

Essential Duties:

• Design, develop, test, andmaintainfull‑stackapplications and scalable data engineering solutions


• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues across application and data platforms


• Apply SDLC best practices to ensure quality, performance, security, and maintainability of production code


• Collaborate closely with Product, Data, UX, and Engineering teams to deliver business solutions


• Participate in architectural and technical design discussions and contribute to technical direction


• Create and maintain data tools that improve data accessibility, reliability, and usability


• Identify and implement opportunities for automation, scalability, and system optimization


• Provide clear progress updates and communicate risks, dependencies, and technical considerations


• Explore and prototype intelligent agent-based features that enhance user experience or automate workflows


• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Generally,requires1+ years’ experience in software development


• Experience in a full‑stack,cloud‑basedenvironment


• Proficiency with Javascript, Angular, Typescript or other web development languages


• Proficiency in object‑orientedprogramming languages such as Java or Scala


• Experience with AWS cloud services (e.g., S3, Lambda, EC2, EMR, SQS, SNS, CloudWatch)


• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Oracle, Postgres, Cassandra, DynamoDB)


• Understanding of ETL/ELT processes, metadata, dependency, and workload management


• Working knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and engineering tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Bamboo


• Nice‑to‑have:scripting languageslike Python


• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, androot‑causeanalysis skills


• Good verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to remain composed and think analytically in high‑pressuresituations


• Self‑motivated, accountable, and effective in a collaborative,cross‑functionalenvironment


• Commitment to NISC’s Statement of Shared Values

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid from the following office location:
  
  
  
  • Atlanta, GA
  
  
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  
  
  • Lake Saint Louis, MO
  
  
  • Mandan, ND
  
  
  
  


• Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3day s per week out of an office location and ability to work up all 5 days a week from an office location.


• Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday – the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose.

NISC’s Shared Values & Competencies:

We’rea cooperative, which meanswe’reownedby the Members we serve. It also means that our focus is on taking care of ourMembersand our employees, rather than having a big bottom line. Quality service and innovative technology start with happy and dedicated employees. Join our team and learn for yourself what sets NISC apart.

• Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing – always.


• Relationships – We are committed to building and preserving lasting relationships.


• Innovation – We promote the spirit of creativity and champion new ideas.


• Teamwork – We exemplify the cooperative spirit by working together.


• Empowerment – We believe individuals have the power to make a difference.


• Personal Development – We believe the free exchange of knowledge and information is absolutely necessary to the success of each individual and the organization.

Benefits:

• Medical,Dentaland Vision Insurance.


• Health Savings Account (HSA) with $100 monthly contributions from NISC.
  
  
  
  • Like to walk? Improve your overall wellness knowledge? Ability to earn up to $800 additional dollars into your HSA each year through our Wellness Rewards program.
  
  
  
  


• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) thru Paylocity.


• Fully covered life insurance up to x3 annual base salary.


• Fully covered short- and long-term disability.


• 401(k), traditional or Roth, with employee match up to 6% and employer 4% salary base contributions.


• PTO accrual levels dependent on years of service, 120 Life Leave Event hours, Holiday Week, and 9 paid holidays.


• $2,500 Interest-FREE technology loan program.


• $25,000 employee educational assistance program.


• Volunteer, Wellness, Family Events and other employee fun supplied by our committees.


• Employee Assistance Program; assisting employees and dependents with virtually any life event.


• Benevolence Committee to support employees with financial hardships like unexpected medical bills, funerals and other unfortunate hardships.

Desired Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Computer Science-related field or equivalent experience.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate. Employeesare regularly required tomaintaina stationary position, move, andoperatecomputer keyboards or office equipment.

Disclaimer:

Management maymodifythis job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.

Key Words:

Full Stack Development | Java | Angular | Delta Lake | AWS Cloud | SQL | Apache Spark | ETL / ELT | Data Pipelines | Scala | Docker | Kubernetes | CI/CD | Agile