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Java Software Engineer – Nps
Company | Nelnet |
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Location | Lincoln, NE, USA |
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Salary | $90000 – $105000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in software development using Java
- 1–2 years of experience integrating or leveraging AI tools within the software development lifecycle (e.g., code generation, testing, optimization, or automation)
- Hands-on experience with the Spring Framework
- Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and MSSQL
Responsibilities
- Researches, designs, implements, and maintains software applications based on user and business requirements.
- Writes clean, efficient, and well-documented code; performs unit and integration testing to ensure quality and reliability.
- Participates in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives; adapts quickly to changing priorities and evolving requirements.
- Collaborates effectively with team members and stakeholders, maintaining a positive, solution-oriented mindset.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to support production systems and ensure application availability and performance.
- Continuously develops technical skills and stays current with industry trends, tools, and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in Java/JEE, including Spring and Hibernate
- Familiarity with a variety of databases, including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL
- Experience with Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and/or Microservices
- Strong experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs
- Logical, analytical, and creative approach to problem-solving
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Demonstrated respect, collaboration, and pride in ownership
- Adaptability to change and evolving requirements
- Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering value