Software Engineer

Arbor Day Foundation is hiring a Software Engineer on the Technology team to design, build, and support applications and integrations that power the mission.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications, services, integrations, and APIs supporting the Foundation’s mission
• Work with business and technology partners to turn requirements and ideas into scalable, reliable software
• Build and support solutions using C#, .NET, SQL Server, Azure, JavaScript, and enterprise platforms
• Create and support system integrations and data flows that securely connect Foundation applications with external partners
• Troubleshoot and enhance existing applications to improve performance, usability, security, and reliability
• Participate in the full SDLC: design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support
• Contribute to code reviews, technical standards, documentation, and continuous improvement
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements that increase impact

Requirements

• 3+ years of software development experience
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET, and SQL Server
• Interest in complex problem-solving and building scalable solutions
• Ability to translate business needs into reliable software and integrations
• Effective communication and strong collaboration across teams
• Eagerness to learn and grow within Microsoft technologies, Azure, Dynamics 365, and related platforms
• Passion for the Foundation’s mission, nature, environmental stewardship, and people

Technologies

• C#, .NET
• SQL Server
• Azure
• JavaScript
• Dynamics 365

Location and Schedule

• Lincoln, NE (hybrid)
• In-office schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
• Optional remote work: Wednesday and Friday

Reporting and Collaboration

• Reports to Manager, Software Engineering
• Partners with business users, analysts, project managers, the business intelligence team, fellow developers, and external partners

What Success Looks Like

• Deliver high-quality work within two-week sprints, communicating early when priorities or blockers change
• Own work end-to-end from planning through development, testing, deployment, and follow-up
• Translate business needs into technical solutions that can be planned and delivered
• Build solutions that are secure, reliable, scalable, and maintainable
• Collaborate throughout sprints to keep work moving and solve problems
• Participate in sprint planning, estimation, demos, and retrospectives to drive continuous improvement
• Balance sprint delivery with long-term improvements to systems, technical practices, and platforms

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (multiple options including PPO and HDHP)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance ($15,000 basic coverage plus voluntary options)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (fully covered by the company)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential counseling and resources for you and your family
• Supplemental Insurance Options (Accident, Critical Illness including infertility coverage, Hospital Indemnity)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (immediate eligibility with company match up to 5%)
• 401(k) Vesting (full vesting after 5 years)
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account for pre-tax healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Paid Holidays (eight paid holidays, one floating holiday, and an annual “Unplug Time” during the holidays)
• Parental Leave (12 weeks paid for birthing parents; 2 weeks paid for non-birthing parents; also for adoptions)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, volunteer time off)
• Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning access and tuition reimbursement)
• Annual Learning Goal (encouraged 40+ hours on development)
• HealthJoy App (included with the health plan for care navigation)
• Wellness & Recognition (incentives and recognition gifts for work anniversaries and birthdays)
• Exclusive Discounts & Free Admission (Tree Adventure, Arbor Lodge State Historical Park, golf, and more)

How to Apply

• Typical process: Recruiter conversation (phone), Hiring manager interview (in-person/virtual), On-site interviews with team members and leadership
• Follow-up target: within two weeks after applying
• Application materials: resume plus responses to application questions
• Human-reviewed applications: no AI is used to select applicants