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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:
 

Grade: Technical 408

Pay Range: $118,900.00 - $178,500.00

Job Description

Help build and support scalable software solutions that connect Salesforce with the broader technology ecosystem at WGU. As a Software Engineer II, you’ll contribute across the software development lifecycle, turning requirements into thoughtful designs and reliable code while partnering with engineers, Operations, and other stakeholders.

You’ll bring a strong foundation in software engineering along with experience using technologies such as Apex, Java, JavaScript, REST, databases, and application integrations. This is an opportunity to solve meaningful technical problems, strengthen system reliability, and continue expanding your expertise while contributing to a collaborative engineering team.

 

Help build and support scalable software solutions that connect Salesforce with the broader technology ecosystem at WGU. As a Software Engineer II, you’ll contribute across the software development lifecycle, turning requirements into thoughtful designs and reliable code while partnering with engineers, Operations, and other stakeholders.

You’ll bring a strong foundation in software engineering along with experience using technologies such as Apex, Java, JavaScript, REST, databases, and application integrations. This is an opportunity to solve meaningful technical problems, strengthen system reliability, and continue expanding your expertise while contributing to a collaborative engineering team.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute as a member of the software engineering team, taking ownership of assigned Salesforce and software development work.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and support software solutions while helping ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and within scope.
• Translate functional, non-functional, and implied requirements into designs and code, identifying gaps, risks, and deficiencies and proposing solutions.
• Develop and support integrations among applications, databases, third-party products, and existing infrastructure.
• Help rapidly identify system problems and restore services while partnering with Operations to troubleshoot issues in your area.
• Apply testing strategies and tools that balance software quality with cost and implementation timelines.
• Write technical requirements and documentation, share knowledge with teammates, and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the engineering team.

What You’ll Bring

• 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, Apex), JavaScript (Node.js, React, Angular).
• Experience interfacing with databases and integrating third party products with existing infrastructure.
• Understanding of software development processes, including planning, measurement, coding, testing, reuse, tools, abstraction, algorithms and complexity, security, and basic system understanding.
• Ability to create designs that meet functional and non-functional requirements using appropriate design patterns, system decomposition, security, and fault tolerance.
• Understanding of Software as a Service and designing for scale, reliability, and cost in a public cloud environment, including using data and metrics to analyze Key Performance Indicators.

Experience in Lieu of Education

Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.

Bonus Points

• Experience with IntelliJ/VS Code, JIRA, GIT, and Agile/Scrum Project Development.
• Experience with Java or a similar object-oriented language, IDM/OSSO, Hibernate/Seam, Banner, J2EE, Java EE, JavaScript, SQL, and application integration with legacy systems.
• Experience with Cloud-Native Development and/or Porting/Refactoring of On-Site to Cloud, preferably AWS, and technical certifications.

What to Expect

At WGU, our mission drives everything we do, including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations and collaboration.

We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.

• Introductory call
• Technical interview
• Hiring leader interview

Work Location

This is a full-time, in-office position requiring five days per week in our Phoenix, Arizona office, designed to foster the collaboration and connection that fuel our best work.

Visa Sponsorship

While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Travel Requirement

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.

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Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.