Pacific Life-posted 2 months ago
$148,230 - $181,170/Yr
Full-time • Manager
Omaha, NE
1,001-5,000 employees

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We’re actively seeking a talented Application Development Manager, Group Benefits to join our Workforce Benefits Division in Newport Beach, CA or Omaha, NE. Relocation Assistance may be provided. Reporting to the AVP, Product Group Technology Leader, the Application Development Manager, Group Benefits, will be instrumental in building and optimizing the back-end of our administration system, a core insurance platform providing quoting, underwriting, billing, and claims for dental, vision, disability, and life products. Leveraging over eight years of experience in Java development, the Application Development Manager will ensure smooth performance, high security, and effective integration of back-end systems to meet the needs of internal teams and external users. This role will collaborate with front-end developers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders, and play a critical role in creating a high-quality, scalable, and secure environment.

  • Collaborate with product management, business, and technology to set the architecture and strategy for technology products including back-end applications, user interfaces, data and reporting, and workflows.
  • Lead the design, development, and optimization of Java-based back-end services within the insurance platform, supporting our configuration-focused environment.
  • Collaborate with front-end developers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across all systems.
  • Set and instill best practices for secure, scalable applications including requirement development process, architecture and coding principles, governance, quality assurance, and release standards, and security frameworks.
  • Provide mentorship to developers and set goals for internal employees and perform reviews.
  • Lead hiring and identification of appropriate full-time and contractor resources and manage budgets.
  • Design and implement microservices and RESTful APIs to support secure, efficient integrations.
  • Monitor and address performance bottlenecks, ensuring optimal system response times and scalability.
  • Build out designs and solutions for complex business needs.
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts and drive continuous improvements in back-end development processes.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Technology Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years in Java-focused back-end development, with strong knowledge of API and RESTful services.
  • 8+ years experience building technology solutions in Group Benefits insurance or financial services industry required.
  • Proficient in Git for version control.
  • Experience with business rule and workflow tools like Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable is preferred.
  • 3+ years Supervisory experience.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents.
  • Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off.
  • Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program.
  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.
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