Staff Software Engineer

Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.; Monett (MO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. seeks a Staff Software Engineer who will lead the technical design and implementation of new products or enhancements. This role covers the full development cycle—from concept and design to prototype, code development, testing, QA, and deployment.

The position requires cross‑functional collaboration and may involve remote work, but you must reside within 70 miles of one of our U.S. office locations (including Monett, MO).

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of experience in software development.
• Minimum 4 years of experience with C# or Golang.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with APIs/Web Services.
• Experience with design patterns and SOLID principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the product technical design, prototyping, and software development.
• Lead system analysis and timely, high-quality delivery of software to production.
• Provide engineering support for new and existing applications through delivery and retirement.
• Oversee testing and review based on business requirements and best practices.
• Create, review, and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure timely, high-quality releases.
• Lead cross-functional meetings and drive project scope and timelines.
• Mentor team members and promote coding standards and best practices.

Skills

C#

Golang

APIs/Web Services

Design patterns

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

GCP

Job description

At Jack Henry, we're more than a technology company, we're a force for good in financial services. We're redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human centered experiences. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence then we'd love to meet you.

The Staff Software Engineer, acting independently, participates in, and may lead the technical design and implementation of new products or enhancements. This role is responsible for all phases of the development cycle: concept, technical design, prototype, code development, testing, release to QA, and implementation. This position requires cross-functional collaboration and may involve remote work, but you must reside within 70 miles of one of our office locations in Allen, TX; Birmingham, AL; Cedar Falls, IA; Charlotte, NC; Lenexa, KS; Louisville, KY; Monett, MO; Springfield, MO.

This position is ineligible for immigration sponsorship and support. Please do not apply if you will need immigration support either now or in the future.

What you'll be responsible for:

• Conducts & may lead the product technical design and prototyping, software development, bug verification and resolution.
• Conducts & may lead system analysis and programming activities which may require research and timely, effective, and quality delivery of software into production.
• Conducts & may lead technical/engineering support for new and existing applications from code delivery until the retirement of the application.
• Conducts & may lead the testing and review of applications based on business requirements and industry best practices.
• Uses best practices and standard guidance to create and modify code. Considers how code changes will affect end users and internal teams. Reviews code created by less experienced team members.
• Works with QA team to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products. Leads complex decisions, presents options and advocates for optimal solutions.
• Works with cross‑functional teams as projects dictate.
• Performs critical tasks and deliverables. Sets and updates expectations on size, scope, and timelines.
• Leads team in cross‑functional meetings and discussions.
• Creates and reviews required technical documentation.
• Maintains latest industry knowledge, practices, and developments in the software technology field. Shares knowledge and expertise with the team.
• Adheres to documented departmental and corporate standards. Participates in, and may influence, the definition and documentation of standards.
• Leads unit tests and integration tests to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of developed software. Debugs and troubleshoots issues as they arise, providing timely resolutions.
• May contribute to product architecture.
• May perform other job duties as assigned.

What you'll need to have:

• Minimum 9 years of experience in software development.
• Minimum 4 years of experience with C# or Golang.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with API's/Web Services.
• Experience with design patterns and/or SOLID principles.

What would be nice for you to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience with GCP (Google Cloud Platform) or other cloud technologies.
• Experience with APIs and Middleware.
• Experience with multi‑tenant software platforms.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We're looking for passionate, driven individuals who align with our mission and can bring unique perspectives to our team.

At Jack Henry, we offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business—and our society—stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.

No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.

Requests for full corporate job descriptions may be requested through the interview process at any time.