Sr Software Engineer

Nelnet; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Nelnet Business Services (NBS) seeks a Senior Software Engineer on the New Ventures team to design, build, test, and maintain scalable software applications for advancing new business initiatives.

You will work in an Agile environment, own technical decisions with minimal supervision, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvement while delivering high-quality code.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related software engineering experience.
• Shipped production software using Python and Java.
• Experience with cloud platforms and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot).

Responsibilities

• Design robust software solutions for complex projects.
• Write, test, and maintain high-quality code.
• Collaborate in an Agile environment and adapt to changing requirements.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Conduct code audits and performance tuning.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Adaptability

AI-assisted development tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Python

Java

Job description

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology and education services to more than 1,200 higher education institutions, nearly 12,000 K-12 schools, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

The Senior Software Engineer on the New Ventures team designs, creates, maintains, audits, and improves software applications by performing coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the application development process. This position works on fast-moving, innovative projects that require independent ownership and solutions for complex technical challenges. The Senior Software Engineer completes work with minimal supervision, mentors less experienced engineers, and advocates for continuous improvements while driving team success through collaboration and technical excellence.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design & Development:

Design robust solutions for complex projects and build scalable software applications that power new business initiatives

Code Excellence:

Write, test, and implement efficient, maintainable code that meets quality standards and performance requirements

Agile & Adaptive Development:

Work within an Agile environment, respond to change quickly, re-focus development efforts, and adapt to evolving requirements

Ownership & Independence:

Manage projects from conception through deployment with minimal supervision, owning technical decisions and outcomes

Code Quality:

Perform code audits, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the development lifecycle to ensure high-quality, maintainable applications

Continuous Improvement:

Audit existing systems, identify optimization opportunities, and advocate for technical improvements across the team

Mentorship:

Guide and mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing code reviews, technical guidance, and professional development support

Collaborative Leadership:

Advocate for continuous improvements, influence technical decisions, and work as a solution-oriented partner with team members and stakeholders

Professional Development:

Continuously update technical knowledge and skills to stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies

Strategic Input:

Make recommendations for future development options and technology choices to support business objectives

• Pay Range for this role is - $100,000 - $120,000 based on experience

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of related experience.
• Shipped production software in Python and Java

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• Strong technical competency.
• Ability to communicate with clients, colleagues and management to explain complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Good time management skills to plan and organize own work.
• Demonstrated respect, collaboration, and pride in ownership.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Focus on continuous improvement and delivering value.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar) and comfort integrating them into your workflow
• Experience with cloud platforms and microservices architecture

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [e-mail].

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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