Software Engineer II

Fast Facts

Join WGU as a Software Engineer II and contribute to expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs, while enjoying a collaborative and diverse work environment.

Responsibilities:Key responsibilities include researching, designing, developing web applications and services, managing project timelines, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to gather requirements.

Skills:Required skills include proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, AWS SDK, RESTful architecture, system integrations, and excellent communication abilities for Agile project collaboration.

Qualifications:Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, 4 years of experience in web application development, and 2 years in system integrations with event-driven architecture.

Location:This position is based in the Salt Lake City office, United States, and not remote.

Compensation:$116000 – $174100 / Annually

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

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Technical 408

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Job Description

Responsible for the research, design, development, analysis, testing, and implementation of software operating or application systems. Communicates project information to the client, project manager, and other design personnel working on the project. Maintains good working relationships with clients and staff. Writes and maintains complete documentation. Supports team members and ensures established goals and deadlines are met. Keeps management informed of status and significant problems.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Develop web applications and web services using Java, sprint boot framework, AWS SDK, Angular, and other web technologies
• Manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in high-pressure environments, excelling at pinpointing and resolving problems in early project stages to avoid cost/time expenses.
• Deliver high-quality projects on time through the ability to design architecture, write high-quality code, and execute effective unit tests.
• Optimize performance tuning for high utilization 24×7 access.
• Integrate third-party products with existing infrastructure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work equally well in self-managed and team-based Agile projects.
• Work with internal customers to gather business processes and project requirements.
• Research, design, and develop computer software systems, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
• Analyze software requirements to determine the feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.
• Formulates and designs software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design.
• Develops and directs software system testing procedures, programming, and documentation.
• Ensures work area is clean, secure, and well-maintained.
• Performs miscellaneous projects as assigned.
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