NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ energy cooperatives and communication organizations across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality-driven and valued-priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. We are an AI-forward company committed to being a technology leader in our industry. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for 23 years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team.
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 6+ years’ experience in software development or infrastructure
Proficient with Python and Terraform
Proficient with Git
Experience with Java, Springboot, Gradle
Experience with Linux
Experience with build pipeline tools (Bamboo)
Experience with building and running containers (Docker)
Experience with cloud providers (AWS)
Working knowledge of deploying and maintaining Kubernetes clusters
Ability to 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.
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