Software Engineer Intern Jobs in Nebraska

INTRODUCTION

As a Software Engineer, you will play a key role in building and evolving applications that support critical public sector systems across Nebraska. Your work will directly impact users and organizations that rely on secure, reliable, and scalable technology every day. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a strong cross-functional team to design and deliver high-quality software solutions while contributing to the ongoing modernization of our platform. You will have the opportunity to influence technical direction, evaluate new technologies, and help shape how systems are designed and implemented.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance application programs that deliver reliable and scalable solutions for real-world use cases
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, with opportunities to contribute to design, architecture, and long-term technical strategy
• Define and communicate technical approaches and architectural decisions, helping guide successful project outcomes
• Build and maintain APIs and integrations that enable secure and efficient data exchange across systems
• Ensure high-quality delivery through testing, code reviews, and adherence to development best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across both modern and legacy systems, improving performance and stability over time
• Collaborate closely with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet business and user needs
• Continuously explore and adopt new tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve development processes and system capabilities

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 2+ years of professional software development experience
• Proficiency in Java and experience building and supporting production applications
• Experience working with relational databases such as Oracle and PostgreSQL
• Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices
• Ability to design and clearly communicate technical solutions to a variety of audiences
• Experience planning and scoping technical work prior to implementation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with JavaScript and Node.js for developing modern applications
• Familiarity with AWS services such as Lambda, EventBridge, DynamoDB, and containerization technologies
• Experience developing and integrating APIs in real-world environments
• Exposure to secure systems, networking concepts, or VPN-based integrations
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity
• Exposure to cloud-native architectures and distributed systems
• Familiarity with Perl or experience supporting legacy systems

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn as technologies and systems evolve