IT Cloud Software Architect

Lincoln, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 youre 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.

The IT Cloud Software Architect will drive the enterprise technology vision by designing and scaling modern cloud-native software solutions. This role combines deep expertise in software engineering with cloud architecture to deliver secure resilient and cost-efficient applications across the enterprise. Acting as both a technical leader and trusted advisor the architect will work closely with internal teams partners and clients to translate business needs into innovative cloud-based solutions. The architect will provide technical direction mentorship and leadership ensuring best practices in architecture DevOps and security are followed. With a strong focus on scalability client engagement and continuous learning the IT Cloud Software Architect will also evaluate and integrate emerging technologies including AI/ML to help the organization stay ahead of evolving business and technology demands.

Solution Design & Architecture:
-Lead the design of scalable secure and cost-optimized cloud-native applications.
-Define and implement software patterns for microservices APIs containers and serverless.
-Ensure solutions are designed for performance resilience and business continuity.

Client & Partner Engagement:
-Work with internal stakeholders and external clients to gather requirements present design options and propose best-fit solutions.
-Translate complex technical concepts into business-relevant recommendations.
-Act as a trusted advisor on cloud adoption modernization and emerging technologies.

Technical Leadership & Mentorship:
-Provide direction and leadership to engineering teams on cloud development and architecture.
-Mentor developers and junior architects in modern software engineering and AI/ML integration.
-Champion best practices in DevOps CI/CD and agile delivery.

Innovation & Emerging Technology Adoption:
-Stay at the forefront of advancements in cloud platforms AI/ML and software engineering frameworks.
-Evaluate and pilot new tools frameworks and services for enterprise adoption.
-Lead proofs-of-concept to validate emerging technologies for scalability security and business value.

Governance Security & Compliance:
-Ensure solutions meet enterprise security compliance and governance standards.
-Apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) automation and DevSecOps practices.
-Partner with security and operations teams to deliver compliant resilient and reliable solutions.

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

10 years in software engineering with at least 5 years in cloud architecture or solution architecture.

Expertise in cloud-native application development on AWS Azure or GCP.

Strong proficiency in programming languages (Node Java C# or Python).

Experience designing and scaling microservices APIs serverless and containerized workloads (Kubernetes ECS Lambda).

Familiarity with AI/ML services and integration (AWS SageMaker Azure ML OpenAI etc.).

Proven experience engaging with business and client stakeholders at multiple levels.

Nelnet believes in a hybrid work environment that accommodates both in-office and remote work. This model promotes a positive work-life balance and culture enabling in-person collaboration when possible while also providing benefits associated with remote work. The standard hybrid work schedule includes a 24/16 hour (in-office/work-from-home) split for associates that reside within 30 miles of an office.

Salary for this position starts at $140000 annually.

Our benefits package includes medical dental vision HSA and FSA generous earned time off 401K/student loan repayment life insurance & AD&D insurance employee assistance program employee stock purchase program tuition reimbursement performance-based incentive pay short- and long-term disability and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion/creed national origin gender sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at or.

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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