Software Engineer II - NBS

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.

Who we are :

At FACTS Student Information System (SIS) - a proud part of the Nelnet family - we're fueled by a commitment to innovation, agility, and personal growth. Just like our parent company, we believe in empowering our people to grow alongside our expanding suite of solutions. We're passionate about creating technology that makes a difference in education, and we're always looking for smart, collaborative, and forward-thinking individuals to help us do it.

We move fast, stay curious, and value fresh ideas. At FACTS SIS, you won't just keep up with change - you'll help shape it. And because we're only as good as our people, we make sure our teams have the support and opportunities they need to thrive.

What you'll do :

As a Software Engineer II, you'll be an integral part of our development team, working closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and fellow engineers to build and enhance solutions that power the future of K-12 education. You'll design and develop new product features, write clean and testable code, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and mentorship.

This role also offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, champion best practices, and continue growing your own skillset through modern tools and technologies.

Your Day-to-Day Might Include :

Collaborating with team members to design new features based on user and business requirements

Writing clean, maintainable code and building automated tests

Reviewing and providing constructive feedback on pull requests

Guiding less experienced engineers in their development tasks and best practices

Participating in Agile ceremonies and embracing change and evolving priorities

Actively expanding your technical skills and staying current with industry trends

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience

3+ years of hands-on experience developing enterprise web applications using technologies such as C#, ASP.NET Core, Angular, TypeScript, SQL Server, NoSQL databases, JSON, and RESTful APIs

Familiarity with Kubernetes and Azure Cloud Services (preferred)

Experience using AI-assisted development tools and a forward-thinking mindset to help advocate for AI adoption within our SDLC processes.

Strong grasp of object-oriented design, SOLID principles, and microservices architecture

Experience with Entity Framework and building / test consuming RESTful APIs

Solid understanding of testing techniques (unit, functional, integration, e2e)

A critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communicator who can explain technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences

What We Offer

The chance to work on meaningful products that impact schools across the country

A team-oriented culture that values curiosity, creativity, and mutual support

Access to the latest technologies and the freedom to innovate

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Competitive salary : $95,000 - $105,000

Exceptional benefits through Nelnet, including :

Leadership training programs

401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Wellness and lifestyle reimbursement opportunities

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

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.

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.

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