Engineer II

Job Overview When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students. We are on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey, help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. We are looking for people who are excited to drive transformation, break barriers, and create better learning experiences for students and their colleagues. Responsibilities Contribute to the execution of engineering projects, ensuring successful completion within defined timelines and quality standards. Develop and implement engineering solutions, adhering to best practices and leveraging appropriate tools and technologies. Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance to ensure the reliability and performance of deliverables. Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to address issues and challenges during project execution. Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including product management, design, and operations, to align projects and achieve successful outcomes. Communicate project progress, risks, and challenges to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Minimum Qualifications Strong technical skills and proficiency in programming languages, software development methodologies, and tools. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Strong problem‑solving and analytical thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail‑oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Three years of experience in software engineering or a related technical role. Benefits Competitive base salary and bonus incentives. Generous PTO, floating holidays, and 12 federal holidays. Support for financial well‑being and retirement: 401(k) with employer match. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance, and more. Employer‑paid short‑term/long‑term disability and basic life insurance. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs. Free access to on‑site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy for other locations. Confidential counseling support (EAP), health advocacy services, and wellness program with financial incentives. Tuition reimbursement and family scholarship programs. Career development and training opportunities. Employees with Disabilities The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers in compensation and employment opportunities against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of a job. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and choose option 9. Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement SallieMae is proud to be an equal‑opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr