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Full Stack Software Engineer

Nation's largest student loan servicer, providing professional services, loan origination, payment processing, and educational solutions.
Lincoln, NE, USAMadison, WI, USACentennial, CO, USA
$85,000 - $110,000
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
3+ years of experience
Finance · Education

Description For Full Stack Software Engineer

Nelnet, the nation's largest student loan servicer, is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to join their innovative technology team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, including AI-centric applications incorporating large language models. The position involves end-to-end development using modern technologies like Typescript, NextJS, Python, and Rust, while working with cloud infrastructure on AWS and Kubernetes.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in full-stack development and a strong foundation in both frontend and backend technologies. You'll be responsible for designing responsive web applications, building APIs, managing infrastructure, and optimizing performance. The role also includes mentoring junior developers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Nelnet offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, student loan repayment, and tuition reimbursement. The company has a 40-year history of serving customers, associates, and communities, making it an excellent place for career growth. The salary range is competitive at $85,000-$110,000 annually.

This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain security clearance. The role is available in Lincoln, NE, Madison, WI, and Centennial, CO, though candidates from several states are not eligible. Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth while working on meaningful projects that impact millions of users.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Full Stack Software Engineer

  • Design and develop responsive web applications using Tailwind, ShadCN, Typescript, and NextJS
  • Build and maintain APIs and backend services using Python, FastAPI, and Rust
  • Integrate large language models into applications
  • Monitor and optimize application performance
  • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines
  • Manage infrastructure using Terraform on AWS
  • Deploy and manage applications using Amazon EKS
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Write clean, maintainable code and conduct code reviews
  • Provide mentorship to junior developers

Requirements For Full Stack Software Engineer

TypeScript
Python
Rust
Node.js
React
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of full-stack software development experience
  • Experience with front-end technologies (Tailwind, ShadCN, Typescript, NextJS)
  • Proficiency in backend development (Python, FastAPI, Rust)
  • Experience with AWS deployment and management
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Terraform
  • Strong understanding of web development principles
  • Experience with Docker
  • Knowledge of RESTful APIs
  • Must be a United States Citizen
  • Must obtain and maintain security clearance

Benefits For Full Stack Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Education Budget
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • HSA and FSA accounts
  • 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
  • Wellness program

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