Intermediate Software Engineer

Join Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a vital division of Nelnet, Inc., where we provide innovative payment technology, educational services, and learning management solutions to a global community. We serve over 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, and millions of families. At NBS, our service-centric culture fosters strong partnerships, and our commitment to creativity empowers our customers to thrive. At NBS, you will find a supportive community that invests in your growth as an individual while uniting under our mission to create meaningful opportunities for people in their places of learning and work. As an Intermediate Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, creating, and maintaining software applications. This position involves coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the development lifecycle. You’ll work collaboratively within a team, independently managing typical project solutions while proactively recommending enhancements and supporting applications outside of regular hours. Key Responsibilities: Research, design, and implement software applications based on user needs. Write, test, and deploy efficient code and create automated tests to enhance reliability. Maintain and improve existing applications by identifying areas for optimization. Participate in on-call support for applications as required. Collaborate efficiently within an Agile environment as part of a Scrum team, embracing changes and adapting to shifting requirements. Exhibit a positive, solution-oriented attitude while collaborating with team members and stakeholders. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the application to better support our customers. Engage in continuous professional development to enhance technical knowledge and skills. Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency in .NET, Entity Framework, and SQL Server. Skills and Competencies: Strong technical skills with a focus on software development. Effective communication skills to articulate complex issues clearly to team members and stakeholders. Analytical and creative problem-solving skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting. Capacity to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Demonstrated respect for collaboration and ownership in every project. A willingness to adapt to change and focus on continuous improvement. Interest in AI development tools is a plus. Our attractive benefits include medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending options, generous paid time off, a 401K plan with student loan repayment options, life and disability insurance, an employee assistance program, stock purchase opportunities, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive wellness program. Nelnet is dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We empower all employees and ensure that qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits all. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations to apply or compete for positions may request such accommodations in advance. Nelnet operates a Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace. Join us at Nelnet, where we go beyond being the nation's largest student loan servicer. We are a diverse professional services company, consumer loan originator, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and education expert. For over four decades, we have been making dreams attainable for our customers, employees, and communities.

Created: 2026-03-10