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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer II - **Company:** Western Governors University - **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT, United States - **Salary:** $118,900 - $178,500 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Software Applications, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Fault Tolerance, Github, Hibernate (Java), IntelliJ IDEA, Node.Js, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, Visual Studio Online, Web Applications, Web Services, ReactJS, Git, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Web Technologies, Terraform, Docker, Legacy Systems, Jenkins - **Published:** November 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://wgu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Salt-Lake-City-UT/Software-Engineer-II_JR-026551 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. * 3 years of experience and a proven track record in developing web-based applications and web services using Java, REST, and other web technologies. * 2 years of experience with software, Java (Spring), JavaScript (Node.js), React, Angular. * Experience interfacing with databases and integrating third party products with existing infrastructure. * Understanding of software development processes, including planning, coding, testing, security, algorithms, complexity, reuse, and measurement. * Ability to design applications that meet functional and non-functional requirements while appropriately applying design patterns, security, system decomposition, and fault tolerance. * Ability to communicate effectively, identify and escalate risks appropriately, and collaborate with engineers, operations teams, and other partners. Bonus Points * Experience with IntelliJ or VS Code, JIRA, GIT, Agile/Scrum development, IDM/OSSO, Hibernate, J2EE, Java EE, JavaScript, or SQL. * Experience with AI-assisted development tools, cloud-native development, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or the migration of on-site applications to the cloud. * Relevant technical certifications, such as AWS or Java certifications, and experience integrating applications with legacy systems. Experience in Lieu of Education Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. * Generally, one year of relevant experience may substitute for one year of education. * Experience equivalency is at the discretion of the hiring manager. ## Description As a Software Engineer II, you will help research, design, develop, test, and implement applications and software systems that support WGU's mission. You will contribute to an experienced engineering team while applying your technical knowledge to deliver reliable, scalable, and accessible solutions. * Contribute to meaningful technology solutions that support WGU students and teams. * Take ownership of projects and services within an assigned engineering area. * Develop expertise across software engineering and at least one technical specialty. * Help deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget. * Use AI-assisted development tools responsibly to improve productivity and code quality. * Collaborate with engineering, product, operations, and other partners. * Continue growing your technical expertise through knowledge sharing and hands-on experience. What You'll Do * Research, design, develop, analyze, test, implement, and support software applications and systems. * Translate functional, non-functional, and implied requirements into designs and code while identifying gaps, risks, and potential solutions. * Write technical requirements, maintain complete documentation, and communicate project information to appropriate partners. * Use testing strategies, peer code reviews, and automated testing practices to maintain quality while balancing delivery timelines and costs. * Identify system problems quickly and contribute to restoring services while keeping leadership informed of significant issues. * Leverage AI-assisted development tools for code completion, generation, and debugging while maintaining established quality and review standards. * Participate in knowledge-sharing activities and contribute to the overall effectiveness and success of the engineering team., This position requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements. * Attend designated company summits, typically one to two per year. * Travel to conferences and other business-related events as needed. Complete additional travel when assigned to support business requirements.