Sr Systems Specialist (Full Stack, Cloud)

Company Overview For more than 50 years, NISC has developed and implemented enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ utilities and broadband providers across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are member‑focused, quality driven, and value‑priced. We exist to serve our members and help them serve their communities through innovative software products, services, and outstanding customer support. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld's Best Places to Work for twenty‑two years, and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our team. Position Overview As a member of a cross‑functional engineering team, you will contribute across the full software delivery lifecycle, spanning application development, systems engineering, and DevOps. This role is designed for a versatile, mid‑to‑senior‑level technologist who is comfortable working across the stack—from frontend interfaces and backend services to infrastructure, automation, and deployment. You will partner with internal teams and customers to design, build, deploy, and support scalable, secure, and high‑performing solutions . This includes contributing to architecture, development, cloud infrastructure, and operational excellence, while continuously improving system reliability and developer productivity. We are especially interested in individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment, proactively solve complex problems, and are eager to leverage modern tooling and AI‑assisted development (including tools such as Claude) to accelerate innovation and streamline workflows. Essential Duties Design, develop, and maintain full‑stack applications, APIs, and supporting systems across cloud and on‑prem environments Build, deploy, and manage infrastructure and services using modern DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerization, Infrastructure as Code) Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define requirements, design solutions, and deliver high‑quality software and system enhancements Support application and system lifecycle management including installation, configuration, upgrades, monitoring, and performance optimization Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across software, infrastructure, and networking layers Implement automation to improve system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency Contribute to architectural decisions and promote best practices in software engineering, security, and system design Develop and execute testing strategies (unit, integration, and system testing) to ensure reliability and maintainability Utilize AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., Claude) to enhance productivity, code quality, troubleshooting, and documentation Provide technical guidance, documentation, and knowledge sharing to team members and stakeholders Deliver excellent customer support through issue resolution, training, and ongoing technical consultation Continuously evaluate and improve tools, processes, and development workflows Perform other duties as assigned Commitment to Statement of Shared Values Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Development & Engineering Generally requires 5+ years of experience in software development, systems engineering, or DevOps‑related roles Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript) Experience building and supporting full‑stack applications and RESTful APIs Understanding of modern software design principles (modularity, scalability, maintainability, performance) Familiarity with frontend frameworks (Angular, Vue, or similar) and backend frameworks (Spring Boot, FastAPI, or similar) Cloud, DevOps & Infrastructure Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and related services (compute, storage, networking, monitoring) Hands‑on experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform or similar) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Git, Bitbucket, Bamboo, or similar) Understanding of system observability, logging, monitoring, and performance tuning Systems & Networking Working knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems Experience with scripting and automation (Bash, Python, or similar) Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, Familiarity with web/application servers and system integration concepts Data & Integration Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and/or NoSQL solutions Understanding of data structures, API integration, and data exchange formats (JSON, XML) AI & Modern Development Practices Experience or strong interest in leveraging AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., Claude) to improve coding efficiency, debugging, documentation, and solution design Ability to identify opportunities to apply automation and intelligent workflows to enhance development and operational processes Professional Skills Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving abilities Ability to work across multiple domains and adapt to evolving technologies and priorities Excellent verbal and written communication skills Self‑motivated, accountable, and effective in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment Ability to interact positively with internal teams and external customers Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks Commitment to continuous learning and professional development Work Schedule Hybrid from the following office locations: Cedar Rapids, IA Lake Saint Louis, MO Mandan, ND Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3 days per week out of an office location and ability to work up to all 5 days a week from an office location. Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday – the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose. Shared Values & Competencies Integrity – We are committed to doing the right thing – always. Relationships – We are committed to building and preserving lasting relationships. Innovation – We promote the spirit of creativity and champion new ideas. Teamwork – We exemplify the cooperative spirit by working together. Empowerment – We believe individuals have the power to make a difference. Personal Development – We believe the free exchange of knowledge and information is absolutely necessary to the success of each individual and the organization. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. Health Savings Account (HSA) with $100 monthly contributions from NISC. Like to walk? Improve your overall wellness knowledge? Ability to earn up to $800 additional dollars into your HSA each year through our Wellness Rewards program. Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) thru Paylocity. Fully covered life insurance up to 3x annual base salary. Fully covered short‑ and long‑term disability. 401(k), traditional or Roth, with employee match up to 6% and employer 4% salary base contributions. PTO accrual levels dependent on years of service, 120 Life Leave Event hours, Holiday Week, and 9 paid holidays. $2,500 Interest‑FREE technology loan program. $25,000 employee educational assistance program. Volunteer, Wellness, Family Events and other employee fun supplied by our committees. Employee Assistance Program; assisting employees and dependents with virtually any life event. Benevolence Committee to support employees with financial hardships like unexpected medical bills, funerals and other unfortunate hardships. Desired Education Bachelor's Degree in a Computer Science‑related field or equivalent experience. Minimum Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate. Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment. Disclaimer Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr