Software Engineer - Java Backend
NelnetLincoln, NE
Posted February 18, 2026
105000 - 115000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Nelnet Business Services is a division of Nelnet, Inc. that provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations.
Job Description
Nelnet Business Services (NBS) is seeking a mid-level Backend Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain Java-based services that enable secure and accurate payment workflows at scale.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years developing Java-based backend applications in a professional environment
- Strong hands-on proficiency building production services with Spring Boot and Hibernate/JPA
- Proven ability to design, implement, and support RESTful APIs in production systems
- Solid knowledge of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MySQL, including schema design and query optimization
- Familiarity with distributed systems or microservices architectures
- Demonstrated use of modern AI-enabled development tools to improve code quality, strengthen testing practices, and increase delivery efficiency
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA, 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, Robust Wellness Program
