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Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications while mentoring junior team members and driving technical excellence. | Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 5+ years experience with proficiency in Python, Java, cloud platforms, and microservices. | 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: 1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. EXPERIENCE: 1. 5+ years of related experience. 2. Shipped production software in Python and Java COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES: 1. Strong technical competency. 2. Ability to communicate with clients, colleagues and management to explain complex issues clearly and concisely. 3. Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills 4. Ability to work both in a team and independently. 5. Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure. 6. Good time management skills to plan and organize own work. 7. Demonstrated respect, collaboration, and pride in ownership. 8. Ability to adapt to change. 9. Focus on continuous improvement and delivering value. 10. Experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar) and comfort integrating them into your workflow 11. 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. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet Inc 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 corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net. Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring

Design and implement enterprise-wide architectural solutions while providing technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams. | Bachelor's degree and 5+ years software development with 2+ years as a technical influencer. | 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 Staff Engineer designs and implements enterprise-wide architectural solutions and patterns used by other developers. The Architect’s focus is on the entire system or platform, the entire software delivery life cycle or development pipeline, and implementing up-to-date technology solutions and practices. This position provides indirect, consulting-style guidance and leadership to technical teams. Develops cutting edge solutions to our hardest engineering problems, and mentors across the organization through feedback and peer reviews to uplevel our engineering teams. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Leads and/or participates in solution design to satisfy a wide range of business needs. 2. Acts as a consultant with internal and external clients to understand business needs and identify potential solutions. 3. Provides technical direction, training and mentoring to technical team members. 4. Develops and champions best practices and standards in the areas of technology and security. 5. Provides general oversight to ensure adherence to methodologies, practices and standards. 6. Keeps abreast of advancements and changes in technology, and develops an understanding of how new technologies can be leveraged to provide business solutions. 7. Develops and deploys cutting edge software solutions. EDUCATION: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field. EXPERIENCE: 1. 5+ years of experience in software development with high-level expertise in design, coding, infrastructure and databases. 2. 2+ years of experience as a technical influencer. COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES: 1. Strong knowledge of relational and non-relational databases. 2. Understanding of best practices and methods to continuously integrate and deploy applications, architect micro-service solutions and develop APIs for internal and external use. 3. In-depth knowledge of the full software development lifecycle, including delivery pipelines. (Exposure to agile or iterative approaches to delivery preferred.) 4. Working knowledge of the network and/or server infrastructure required to host an application. 5. Strong verbal and written communication skills. 6. Ability to quickly learn new technologies and business functions. 7. Business acumen in proposing feasible business solutions. 8. Highly motivated and self-directed. 9. Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team. 10. Strong bias towards action, delivery and experimentation. 11. Knowledge and experience in the latest LLM models for faster code development. 12. Track record of speed of delivery performance for cutting edge software development. 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. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet Inc 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 corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net. Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring

Develop and architect cloud-native microservices products collaborating in Agile teams using test-driven development. | At least 3 years enterprise web app experience with Node.js, Docker, modern JS frameworks, AWS, REST APIs, and CI/CD tools. | Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities. The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you're part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work. Who we are: We’re Nelnet Velocity and we do things differently. We’re a tech-first team that is transforming financial services technology. Things move fast here so we’re agile and innovative in how we work, focusing on inspecting and adapting for improvement in a rapidly changing environment. We’re helping our clients compete in the digital marketplace by using the latest technology, methodologies, and processes to deliver the next generation platform in the financial services industry. We’re only as good as our people – that’s where you come in. What you’ll do: As a Full-Stack Developer at Nelnet, you will build the next generation platform in the lending industry. You’ll work closely with Product Owners, Technical Leadership and other team members to better understand their needs in order to create new products that will impact the lives of millions of customers. You will participate in the development of cloud native products using microservices architecture and other leading-edge technologies and practices. As an IT Full-Stack Developer, a typical day might include: Architecting solutions and execution through hands-on development, quality assurance, and prototyping Delivering code in an Agile framework using test-driven development methodologies. Participating in development life cycle activities like design, coding, testing, code review, production, release and production support. Partnering closely with product to craft great product experiences. Participating and promoting architectural initiatives, balancing long-term velocity with short-term customer needs We Have: A startup culture with enterprise resources – the open, collaborative, fast-paced culture of a startup with the trust, benefits, resources, and safety of an established enterprise! Cutting edge technology – Tech is on the forefront of conversations and is woven into everything you do! Opportunity to create impact -- You’re a part of building something that is brand new and has the potential to change the financial services space! A culture of innovation -- you’ll be surrounded by people who think outside the box and are constantly looking for ways to improve, just like you do! An agile team with dedicated people – we care about you and work hard for each other! You Have: Minimum of 3 years total experience delivering enterprise class web applications with at least 1 year working with ES6/7 JavaScript, TypeScript and/or similar technologies 1-3 years of experience with Node.JS and Docker 3 years current experience building single page applications with popular JS frameworks and libraries (React, Angular, Ember, Babel, Webpack, Underscore, etc.) Previous experience with Microservices, preferably with frameworks such as Seneca.js or Moleculer Experience with AWS toolset and AWS Lambda or containerization tool experience preferred. Competencies – Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Innovator and experimenter. Strong desire to learn, push the envelope, and try new things Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Passion for quality and writing clean, solid, readable code that scales and performs well. Solid fundamental understanding of testing (including stubbing, functional, unit, and e2e) Practical experience building and consuming RESTful APIs Solid understanding of the full web technology stack (e.g. HTTP, cookies, asset loading, caching, REST) Experience using CI/CD tools and systems such as Jenkins, Hudson, GitLab, GitHub, etc. Experience with HTML5, CSS3, SASS/LESS, Bootstrap, and cross-browser and device development Solid understanding of object-oriented design and programming concepts, core JavaScript concepts like scope/closures, the event loop and asynchronous callbacks, promises. Strong database knowledge (table design, complex query creation, best practices) Annual compensation range for this role is $100,000 - $120,000 depending on experience. 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. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet Inc. 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 corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net. Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring

Design, develop, maintain software applications, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate in Agile teams. | Bachelor's degree with over 5 years experience, proficiency in Python, Java, AWS, and AI frameworks. | Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations, serving more than 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, 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. As a Nelnet company, the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. You’re part of a community, invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live, learn and work. The Senior Software Engineer designs, creates, maintains, audits and improves software applications by performing coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting throughout the application development process. This position designs solutions for complex projects and completes work with no supervision. The Senior Software Engineer also mentors less experienced engineers and makes recommendations for future development options. In addition, this position advocates for making improvements and working as a whole team to accomplish goals. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Researches, designs, implements and manages software applications based on user requirements. 2. Writes, tests and implements efficient code. 3. Maintains and develops existing applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification. 4. Works within an Agile environment, responds to change quickly, including re-focusing development efforts and adapting to evolving requirements. 5. Is positive and solution-oriented with team members and stakeholders. 6. Continues to update technical knowledge and skills. 7. Provides guidance to other engineers. 8. Coaches and mentors other team members. 9. Is an influencer. Salary for this role is: $140,000 EDUCATION: 1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. EXPERIENCE: 1. 5+ years of related experience. 2. Proficiency in Python & Java required. 3. Experience with AWS deployments required. 4. Experience with auto scaling design. 5. Experience deploying AI models in Bedrock framework. 6. Experience using AI coding assistants (Claude, Cursor, ect...). 7. Experience in developing MCP and API custom connectors. COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES: 1. Strong technical competency. 2. Ability to communicate with clients, colleagues and management to explain complex issues clearly and concisely. 3. Logical, analytical and creative approach to solving problems. 4. Ability to work both in a team and independently. 5. Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure. 6. Good time management skills to plan and organize own work. 7. Demonstrated respect, collaboration, and pride in ownership. 8. Ability to adapt to change. 9. Focus on continuous improvement and delivering value. 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. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK. 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 corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net. Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible. EEO Info | EEO Letter | EPPA Info | FMLA Info