Software Engineer
$98K - $147K/yr
We are looking for a Software Engineer who is eager to launch and grow their software engineering career while contributing to a meaningful platform that improve the student experience. About the ...
$98K - $147K/yr
We are looking for a Software Engineer who is eager to launch and grow their software engineering career while contributing to a meaningful platform that improve the student experience. About the ...
$98K - $147K/yr
We are looking for a Software Engineer who is eager to launch and grow their software engineering career while contributing to a meaningful platform that improve the student experience. About the ...
Section 1: Position Summary As a Software Engineer at Ascensus, you will be working in a high-energy team, writing beautiful code by using the best engineering practices in the industry today (e.g ...
Section 1: Position Summary As a Software Engineer at Ascensus, you will be working in a high-energy team, writing beautiful code by using the best engineering practices in the industry today (e.g ...
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
Develop and maintain software using established best practices for creating readable and maintainable code * Investigate, prototype, and implement solutions to complex system design challenges
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
Develop and maintain software using established best practices for creating readable and maintainable code * Investigate, prototype, and implement solutions to complex system design challenges
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$75K - $125K/yr
Software Engineer We are primarily seeking a Software Engineer III but are open to less experience with the right candidate. The final level and compensation will be determined based on the candidate ...
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$75K - $125K/yr
Software Engineer We are primarily seeking a Software Engineer III but are open to less experience with the right candidate. The final level and compensation will be determined based on the candidate ...
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
Develop and maintain software using established best practices for creating readable and maintainable code * Investigate, prototype, and implement solutions to complex system design challenges
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Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$100K - $120K/yr
Develop and maintain software using established best practices for creating readable and maintainable code * Investigate, prototype, and implement solutions to complex system design challenges
Sandy, UT · Hybrid
As a Software Engineer (C/C++), you will work directly on the core of our database and data-management platforms, including FairCom DB, RTG, Edge, and MQ. This is not a maintenance role. You will ...
Sandy, UT · Hybrid
As a Software Engineer (C/C++), you will work directly on the core of our database and data-management platforms, including FairCom DB, RTG, Edge, and MQ. This is not a maintenance role. You will ...
ABOUT THIS ROLE As a Senior Software Engineer II focusing on Manufacturing Engineering Support, you will bridge the gap between core software engineering and our production software systems. In this ...
ABOUT THIS ROLE As a Senior Software Engineer II focusing on Manufacturing Engineering Support, you will bridge the gap between core software engineering and our production software systems. In this ...
Lehi, UT · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
And there is no software category more ready to be burned down and rebuilt than CRM. CRM is the most widely adopted software in the world - and also the most hated. It over-promises, under-delivers ...
Lehi, UT · On-site
$90K - $120K/yr
And there is no software category more ready to be burned down and rebuilt than CRM. CRM is the most widely adopted software in the world - and also the most hated. It over-promises, under-delivers ...
American Fork, UT · On-site
$109K - $144K/yr
Product & Software Excellence: We were named one of The Software Report's Top 100 Software Companies of 2023 and are a winner of the Security Today Govies Award for 2025. ABOUT THIS ROLE As a Senior ...
American Fork, UT · On-site
$109K - $144K/yr
Product & Software Excellence: We were named one of The Software Report's Top 100 Software Companies of 2023 and are a winner of the Security Today Govies Award for 2025. ABOUT THIS ROLE As a Senior ...
Product & Software Excellence: We were named one of The Software Report's Top 100 Software Companies of 2023 and are a winner of the Security Today Govies Award for 2025. ABOUT THIS ROLE As a Senior ...
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Product & Software Excellence: We were named one of The Software Report's Top 100 Software Companies of 2023 and are a winner of the Security Today Govies Award for 2025. ABOUT THIS ROLE As a Senior ...
Specialist, Software Engineering Job Code: 41188 Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other ...
Specialist, Software Engineering Job Code: 41188 Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other ...
$114K - $150K/yr
The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of embedded software solutions for both existing and new products, including new hardware bring-up, low ...
$114K - $150K/yr
The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of embedded software solutions for both existing and new products, including new hardware bring-up, low ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
The Software Security Sensors and Effectors Department within the Software Product Assurance (SPA) Center is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill a Software Security Lead (SSL) position ...
The Software Security Sensors and Effectors Department within the Software Product Assurance (SPA) Center is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill a Software Security Lead (SSL) position ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
Associate, Software Engineer Job Code:39945 Job Location:Salt Lake City, UT Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off As a ...
Lindon, UT · On-site
Position Summary Factory6 is a cGMP dietary-supplement and nutraceutical contract manufacturer that builds its own software in-house rather than buying off-the-shelf systems. Our flagship is a live ...
Lindon, UT · On-site
Position Summary Factory6 is a cGMP dietary-supplement and nutraceutical contract manufacturer that builds its own software in-house rather than buying off-the-shelf systems. Our flagship is a live ...
South Jordan, UT · On-site
Lightspeed is the leading provider of cloud-based software for dealerships, serving the Powersport, Marine, RV, Trailer, and Golf Car industries adding hundreds of dealerships to the Lightspeed ...
South Jordan, UT · On-site
Lightspeed is the leading provider of cloud-based software for dealerships, serving the Powersport, Marine, RV, Trailer, and Golf Car industries adding hundreds of dealerships to the Lightspeed ...
South Jordan, UT · On-site
Lightspeed is the leading provider of cloud-based software for dealerships, serving the Powersport, Marine, RV, Trailer, and Golf Car industries adding hundreds of dealerships to the Lightspeed ...
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South Jordan, UT · On-site
Lightspeed is the leading provider of cloud-based software for dealerships, serving the Powersport, Marine, RV, Trailer, and Golf Car industries adding hundreds of dealerships to the Lightspeed ...
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| Aspect | Software | Web Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically a degree in Computer Science or related field; certifications like Microsoft Certified or Oracle Certified | Similar credentials; often a degree in CS or Web Development certifications |
| Work Environment | Develops software applications for various platforms, including desktop and mobile | Builds websites and web applications primarily for online use |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used across tech companies, software firms, and enterprises | Common in digital agencies, tech startups, and online businesses |
| Common Search & Comparison Intent | People compare to understand different roles in software creation | Often compared to see distinctions in web-focused development |
While both Software developers and Web Developers work in the tech industry and require similar skills and certifications, Software developers create applications for various platforms, whereas Web Developers focus on building websites and web-based applications. The choice depends on whether you're interested in broad software solutions or web-specific projects.
Software jobs include software engineers, software developers, programmers, information technology or network systems specialists, QA testers, or developers who use existing tools, such as business information software, to develop new interfaces for institutional clients. Many of these jobs can be broken down further. For example, some developers work on front-end duties, such as designing interfaces for users. These may be for desktop, mobile, or web applications. Back-end programmers and developers, on the other hand, create the frameworks and logic that dictate how a program works. QA testers often work closely with developers to test programs before being released publicly.

$98K - $147K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 3 days ago
8.5
Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
80th of 615 rated colleges and universities
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:
Job Description
At Western Governors University (WGU), technology plays a critical role in advancing our mission to expand access to high-quality, affordable education. Our engineering teams build the platforms, services, and tools that support millions of student interactions and empower employees across the university.About the Role
We're looking for a motivated Backend Software Engineer to help build scalable backend services and APIs that power modern web and mobile applications. This role is ideal for someone eager to grow technical skills while working alongside experienced engineers on real-world software solutions.
You'll focus primarily on backend development using Java and Python while collaborating with frontend and mobile teams working in Angular and Flutter. You'll gain hands-on experience with APIs, cloud technologies, databases, and modern software development practices.
What You'll Do
Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Python
Assist with building RESTful APIs and backend integrations
Collaborate with frontend and mobile teams to support application features
Write clean, maintainable, and testable code
Troubleshoot bugs and assist with application performance improvements
Participate in code reviews and team engineering discussions
Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment activities
Learn cloud-native development and backend best practices
Participate in Agile development processes
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
3 years experience in a business environment
Experience with Java or Python
Basic understanding of backend development concepts and REST APIs
Familiarity with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
Understanding of Git and version control workflows
Basic knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Desire to learn modern backend technologies and development practices
Preferred Qualifications
Internship or personal project experience with backend development
Familiarity with Spring Boot, FastAPI, Flask, or Django
Exposure to Docker or CI/CD concepts
Working knowledge of Angular or frontend integration patterns
Experience working on collaborative software projects
Tech Stack
Backend: Java, Python, Spring Boot, FastAPI, Flask, Django
Frontend: Angular, TypeScript
Mobile: Flutter, Dart
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB
Cloud: AWS, Azure, or GCP
Tools: GitHub, Jira, Postman
Position & Application Details
Full-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 recruiting@wgu.edu.
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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Colleges, universities, and professional schools
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Salt Lake City, UT, US
1997