IT Software Engineer - DBA

Nelnet believes in a hybrid work environment. The standard hybrid work schedule includes 24 hours of in-office work each week, for associates that reside within 30 miles of an office. This is subject to change, based on manager discretion., 1. Participate in solution design to satisfy a wide range of business needs.

1. Analysis and translation of business requirements into technical requirements for development, and creation of design documents and technical specifications.
2. Adhere to Best Practices and Standards in the areas of technology and security.
3. Provide post implementation support including, but not limited to, monitoring application performance and debugging existing code.
4. Keep abreast of advancements and changes in technology and develop an understanding of how new technologies can be leveraged provide business solutions.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification with focus on Microsoft Database technologies.

EXPERIENCE: Experience working as a DBA’s.

COMPETENCIES - SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

1. Strong working knowledge of the latest versions of PostgreSQL and SQL Server.
2. A proven ability to develop and implement data design models on enterprise level applications.
3. Strong knowledge of the full software development lifecycle; with exposure to agile or iterative approaches to delivery preferred.
4. Strong working knowledge of PostgreSQL and SQL Server administration skills: instance builds, backups, scripting, administration and database maintenance.
5. Familiar with clustered environment.
6. Database performance tuning.
7. Database index maintenance.
8. Ability to support the team on-call rotation.
9. Strong critical thinking and analysis skills; ability to provide primary and alternate.
10. Ability to perform effectively in a team environment.
11. Ability to obtain a security clearance.
12. Knowledge in the area of NIST compliance strongly desired.

Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years, Nelnet has been serving its customers, associates, and communities.

The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you’re part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work.

Responsible for developing enterprise wide cross-functional software solutions, working closely with IT Software Architects, IT Software Engineer, Infrastructure Engineers and IT Business Analysts technical teams.

External candidates must reside within a 30-mile radius of one of the below office locations:

Centennial, CO, Lincoln, NE