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# Associate Software Engineer

- **Company:** Western Governors University
- **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT, United States
- **Salary:** $73,800 - $110,700
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, JIRA, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Object-Oriented Software Development, Salesforce.Com, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Services, Software Organization, ReactJS, Backend, Git, Vue.js, Containerization, AngularJS, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://wgu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Salt-Lake-City-UT/Associate-Software-Engineer_JR-026548

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
 * Recent graduate or early-career software engineer with a strong foundation in software development principles.
 * Practical experience with web services development.
 * Interest in full-stack development and learning new technologies, including Salesforce technologies.
 * Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and stakeholders.
 * Curiosity, emotional intelligence, and a growth mindset.
 * Ability to work successfully in both self-directed and team-based environments.

Bonus Points

 * Experience with Java or a similar object-oriented programming language.
 * Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
 * Exposure to Agile development practices, Git, Jira, cloud-native technologies, or AI-assisted development tools.

## Description

Join a team helping shape the future of higher education through technology and AI. As an Associate Software Engineer, you will work alongside experienced full-stack engineers to design, build, test, and support applications that improve the student experience and advance WGU's mission.

 * Contribute to technology solutions that support WGU students and internal teams.
 * Learn from a highly experienced engineering organization with strong mentorship opportunities.
 * Gain exposure to modern software development practices, cloud technologies, and AI-assisted development tools.
 * Build a strong foundation for long-term growth as a software engineer.
 * Work on innovative technology initiatives that help expand access to education and student success.

What You'll Do

 * Assist in the design, development, testing, implementation, and support of software applications and services.
 * Write clean, maintainable, well-documented, and well-tested code with guidance from senior engineers.
 * Translate business requirements into technical solutions and working software.
 * Participate in code reviews, testing activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
 * Identify risks, dependencies, and gaps in requirements and communicate them appropriately.
 * Collaborate with engineers, product partners, and stakeholders across the organization.
 * Support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of web applications and backend services., 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 company summits and team events as needed.
 * Travel to conferences, company locations, and business-related meetings when required.

Additional travel may be assigned to support business needs.