Software Developer II

Iowa State University School of Education

. Develop software for the USDA-sponsored National Resources Inventory (NRI) survey and other CSSM clients .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development for statistical applications, particularly in the context of survey science and data analysis. Proficient in programming languages such as C/C++, C#, Python, and Java, with a strong foundation in web development and database systems.

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C/C++ ProgrammingStatistical MethodsWeb DevelopmentDatabase ProgrammingSurvey Science

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Hard Skills

C/C++C#PythonJavaJavaScriptHTMLCSSReactReduxStatistical Algorithms

Tools & Technologies

OraclePostgreSQLSQLiteBerkeley DBJSONJQuery

Industry Keywords

National Resources InventoryUSDAStatistical SamplingImputation MethodsData Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptjQueryOraclePostgresPythonReactReduxSQLiteC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop software for the USDA-sponsored National Resources Inventory (NRI) survey and other CSSM clients
Perform software development using statistical methods and algorithms
Develop estimation programs using statistical sampling and imputation methods
Perform database programming
Perform systems programming
Perform web application programming
Support grants and cooperative agreements through statistical research, consulting, data analysis, software development, and IT support

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience
Programming experience using C/C++, C#, Python, or Java
Web development using JavaScript
Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Redux, jQuery, and JSON
Experience using database systems such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQLite, or Berkeley DB
Experience in survey science or survey development
Experience in statistical methods, algorithms, and processing
Experience with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) National Resources Inventory (NRI) survey process and systems
Must reside in Iowa on or before the start of employment
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Immigration sponsorship is not available
Resume/Curriculum Vitae required
Letter of Application/Cover Letter required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Medical and dental benefits
Opportunity for remote work