Software Developer II - Customer Care & Billing Utility Software (Front End)

National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)•Cedar Rapids, IA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

NISC is seeking talented software developers & engineers who are motivated, collaborative, and excited to solve complex challenges. This role is specifically for individuals with experience working on a full stack, heavier front end development team. The ideal candidate thrives in a team environment, is committed to accomplishing shared goals, and is eager to learn and innovate. This position is part of the iVUE Connect Utility Customer Care & Billing Software Development team, which focuses on NISC's solution for dynamic pricing options and enhancing customer service for utility companies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a Computer Science-related field or equivalent experience.
Ability to see and communicate.
Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Generally, requires 5+ years’ experience in software development
Proficient with Angular and/or TypeScript
Java or other object-oriented programming experience
Experience with RDBMS (Postgres, Oracle)
Experience with automated testing methods (Unit, Integration, Contract, End-to-end)
Experience with cloud technology stack (AWS, Kubernetes, Spring Boot, Kafka, SSO, Cassandra)
Proficient in developing responsive content and managing performance optimization
Understanding of modern software engineering principles (managing complexity, abstraction, separation of concerns, modularity, cohesion, coupling)
Working knowledge of web trends, architecture, and deployment patterns
Experience with Git, including branching/merging workflows
Understanding of Test-Driven Development and validating acceptance criteria
Experience with JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo
Leverage generative AI tools and technologies to enhance productivity, creativity, and problem-solving within the scope of the role
Commitment to NISC’s Statement of Shared Values

Responsibilities

Design and build responsive web applications
Stand up RESTful web services
Container-driven development (Kubernetes, microservices)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, design, and implement new features
Research, analyze, and resolve moderately complex customer issues and bugs
Unit test and integration test code as needed
Follow all established software development methodologies and procedures
Explore and prototype intelligent agent-based features that enhance user experience or automate workflows
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with $100 monthly contributions from NISC.
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, Holiday Week, 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.