Developer, Software Engineer, Software Development

About POET

At POET, our mission is to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as possible. For over thirty-five years, we have become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products worldwide.

• Design, develop, modify, document, and deliver high‑quality programming that meets specific business needs.
• Work with other developers on projects that may involve multiple system interactions and team collaboration to accomplish desired outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand technology required for business process efficiencies.
• Evaluate, analyze, and prioritize requirements; contribute to designing solution options.
• Design and deliver quality software application solutions on time.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert for specific application(s).
• Develop and write code independently while providing guidance to senior developers.
• Perform unit tests to validate code functionality.
• Prepare necessary project documentation and deliver it to the project manager and department manager.
• Provide development effort estimates for new projects to business analysts.
• Coach and advise junior developers on documentation, coding standards, and business processes.
• Define and implement the user experience for new and existing applications.
• Take a lead role for more experienced developers and advocate for user‑centric design.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of object‑oriented programming, .NET, C#, ASP.NET, and Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Experience with relational database concepts, SQL queries, and stored procedures.
• Understanding of the software development life cycle and Windows operating systems.
• Experience in software testing and quality assurance.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new programs.
• Experience with MVC, Blazor, .NET Core, Web APIs, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Experience with MS SQL Server is a plus.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to suggest solutions.
• Customer‑service mindset focused on relationship building.
• Ability to deliver results under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with individuals at all levels within and outside the organization.
• Ability to embrace and promote change and think objectively.
• Self‑awareness in the face of uncertainty.

This position operates in an office environment, working at a personal computer that can be used while sitting or standing. Most of our Sioux Falls office workspace consists of an open‑concept design intended to promote communication and collaboration.

• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Individual and family health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer contribution to Health Savings Accounts
  • Quarterly profit‑sharing bonuses and biannual incentive bonuses
  • Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
• Other perks:
  • Wellness program for mental, physical, and spiritual health
  • On‑site fitness center or fitness reimbursement
  • Safety and cold‑weather gear reimbursements
  • Discounted home and auto insurance
• Relocation assistance and bonus programs for qualifying positions or locations.

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.