Western Governors University
Software Engineer II - Student Affairs
🇺🇸
Salt Lake City, UT
🕑
Full-Time
💰
$119K - $179K
💻
Software Engineering
🗓️
July 17th, 2026
Node.js
SCRUM
Edtech.com's Summary
WGU is hiring a Software Engineer II - Student Affairs. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and implementing software systems that support student success and collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to deliver reliable and scalable solutions. The Software Engineer II communicates project status, supports troubleshooting, and maintains documentation while working with cross-functional teams to meet quality and timeline expectations.
Highlights
- Design, develop, test, and implement software systems
- Collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and project partners to align solutions to requirements
- Translate functional and technical requirements into code and system designs
- Troubleshoot and resolve system issues to reduce downtime
- Write and maintain complete documentation and communicate project status and risks
- 3-5 years experience with Java, REST, JavaScript frameworks (Node.js, React, Angular)
- Experience with Java (Spring or similar) and database integration
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum, IntelliJ, VS Code, JIRA, Git, cloud-native development beneficial
- Salary range: $118,900 - $178,500 with full-time benefits and up to 20% travel
Software Engineer II - Student Affairs Full Description
If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
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 408Pay Range: $118,900.00 - $178,500.00
Grade: Technical 408Pay Range: $118,900.00 - $178,500.00
Job Description
The Software Engineer II is an early- to mid-career contributor that has a combination of formal education and experience in the software engineering field. They are responsible for the research, design, development, analysis, testing, and implementation of software operating or application systems. They communicate project information to client, project manager, or other design personnel working on projects. They maintain good working relationships with clients and staff. They write and maintain complete documentation. They support team members and ensure established goals and deadlines are met. They keep management informed of status and significant problems.
Impact
As a Software Engineer II, you will play a key role in building and maintaining systems that support student success. You will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure reliable, scalable, and high-quality outcomes.
As a Software Engineer II, you will play a key role in building and maintaining systems that support student success. You will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure reliable, scalable, and high-quality outcomes.
What You'll Do
- Contribute to the design, development, testing, and implementation of software systems
- Collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and project partners to deliver solutions aligned to requirements
- Translate functional and technical requirements into code and system designs
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of system issues to minimize downtime
- Participate in team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement efforts
- Maintain clear documentation and communicate project status and risks
- Ensure solutions meet quality, performance, and timeline expectations
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 3-5 years of experience developing web-based applications and web services using Java, REST, and related technologies
- 2 years of experience with Java (Spring or similar) and JavaScript frameworks such as Node.js, React, or Angular
- Experience interfacing with databases and integrating third-party systems
- Understanding of software development processes including coding, testing, and system design
- Ability to design scalable, reliable systems and interpret technical requirements into solutions
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Bonus Points
- Experience with Agile or Scrum development practices
- Familiarity with tools such as IntelliJ, VS Code, JIRA, and Git
- Experience with cloud-native development or migrating applications to cloud environments
Experience in Lieu of Education
Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education at the discretion of the hiring manager.
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.
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 Senior Engineers
- Technical Staff Engineers
- Hiring manager interview
Work Location
This is a full-time, in-office position requiring five days per week in our Salt Lake City, UT office, designed to foster the collaboration and connection that fuel our best work.
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.
Position & Application DetailsFull-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.
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