Software Developer II - Full Stack (AWS, Angular, Java)

Company Overview: 

For more than 50 years, NISC has worked to develop technology solutions for our customers, who we call our “Members”. Those Members are comprised primarily of 960+ utility and broadband companies across the country and abroad, and we strive to provide services and technology to help them operate efficiently and better serve their end users. Our Members have over 16 million end customers (residential and businesses who receive power, internet, television and/or telephone services) that our enterprise software solution enables our Members to compete effectively in the industry, while excelling in customer service.   

NISC is always seeking out experienced and talented software engineers that are motivated, enjoy working with others and solving complex challenges. We look for individuals who will thrive in a team environment, be committed to accomplishing a common goal and aren’t afraid to learn new things and have some fun along the way.   

Primary Responsibilities: 

NISC is looking for passionate engineers to add to our Platform team to push our solutions to their fullest potential. You'll work with a team of talented engineers to evolve our platform, used by hundreds of application developers to build, deploy, and run thousands of services.  

Essential Functions:  

• Complete complex software maintenance and enhancements independently
• Analyze and translate advanced level user requirements and design into software, with a focus on multiple areas of the solution   
• Research, analyze, and resolve moderately complex issues and bugs.   
• Work closely with development teams to research, design, and implement new features.  
• Follow industry and organizational best practices
• Keep up with technology trends and innovations in your field of practice
• Other duties as assigned  

Desired Experience and Skills:  

• Generally, requires 4+ years’ experience in software development or infrastructure
• Experience with Java, Springboot, Gradle, Angular
• Experience with building and running containers (Docker)
• Proficient with Python and Terraform
• Proficient with Git
• Experience with cloud providers (AWS) is a plus
• Experience with SSO and IDPs is a plus
• Commitment to NISC’s Statement of Shared Values  

Work Schedule:    

• Hybrid from one of our office locations:   
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Lake Saint Louis, MO
  • Mandan, ND 
• Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3 day per week out of an office location and ability to work up to all 5 days a week from an office location
• Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday - the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose   

NISC’s Shared Values & Competencies:  

We’re a cooperative, which means we’re owned by the Members we serve. It also means that our focus is on taking care of our Members and our employees, rather than having a big bottom line. Quality service and innovative technology starts with happy and dedicated employees. Join our team and learn for yourself what sets NISC apart.  

• Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing – always.
• Relationships – We are committed to building and preserving lasting relationships.
• Innovation – We promote the spirit of creativity and champion new ideas.
• Teamwork – We exemplify the cooperative spirit by working together.
• Empowerment – We believe individuals have the power to make a difference.
• Personal Development – We believe the free exchange of knowledge and information is absolutely necessary to the success of each individual and the organization.  

Benefits:  

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with $100 monthly contributions from NISC.    
  • Like to walk? Improve your overall wellness knowledge? Ability to earn up to $800 additional dollars into your HSA each year through our Wellness Rewards program.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) thru Paylocity.
• Fully covered life insurance up to x3 annual base salary.
• Fully covered short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k), traditional or Roth, with employee match up to 6% and employer 4% salary base contributions.
• PTO accrual levels dependent on years of service, 120 Life Leave Event hours, and 9 paid holidays.
• $2,500 Interest-FREE technology loan program.
• $25,000 employee educational assistance program.
• Volunteer, Wellness, Family Events and other employee fun supplied by our committees.
• Employee Assistance Program; assisting employees and dependents with virtually any life event
• Benevolence Committee to support employees with financial hardships like unexpected medical bills, funerals and other unfortunate hardships.  

Education Preferred:  

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field and/or equivalent experience.  

Minimum Physical Requirements:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate.  Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.  

Disclaimer:  

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.  

Key Words:   

Java | Angular | TypeScript | AWS Cloud | SQL | Big Data | Spring Boot | Cassandra | Kubernetes | Microservices | Spark | Databricks | .NET | Agile | Scrum | Time Series | Database | Databricks | SDLC | Cross Functional | Automated Testing