Consultant, Software Engineer (API Integration, AWS)

Nationwide•Columbus, OH

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

If you’re passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide’s Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. This role will work a hybrid schedule coming into the Columbus, Ohio office 2 days per week on Mondays & Tuesdays. Remote internal associates may also be considered. Job Description We are seeking a Consultant Software Engineer to lead solutioning and engineering efforts within our Digital Assistants’ space as a Tech Lead. This role is ideal for a seasoned technologist who thrives on building scalable solutions, mentoring engineering talent, and driving excellence in software development practices. You will play a pivotal role in all phases of Digital Assistant initiatives spanning across the Enterprise, designing high & low level integrations, Saas platform health & tuning, system enhancements for security, efficiencies & automation, data & analytics enablement, and the Dev/Sec/Ops to support it. You will also lead and mentor a team of engineers instilling high standards in security & code quality, E2E feature lead delivery, and operational excellence. Specific Skills & Attributes Required Technical Strong API Integration Background Extensive experience with API development, including API life-cycle management. Familiarity with Apigee or other API Management platforms is a strong plus. Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, webhooks, and microservices architecture. Programming Languages Extensive hands-on experience with TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, and Node.js. Ability to write clean, efficient, maintainable, and scalable code across multiple services and layers. AWS Cloud Services Expertise Proven experience with: AWS Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, CodePipeline, CloudFormation or AWS CDK. Leadership & Strategic Thinking Technical Leadership Ability to mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and set engineering standards. Lead architectural decisions and technical roadmaps. Product Collaboration Partner with Product Team members to translate business goals into technical solutions. Understand user needs and shape the Digital Assistant capabilities accordingly. Cross-Functional Role & Team Collaboration Comfortable working with internal team members (Product – UX – IT) and external teams for integration and E2E ownership/validation. Able to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Able to work and drive to completion E2E solutions across multiple teams/areas. Innovation & Vision Stay ahead of AI trends and propose new features or improvements. Mindset User-Centric Thinking: Passion for building intuitive, helpful, and ethical AI experiences. Bias Toward Action: Proactive problem solver who thrives in ambiguity and fast paced environments. Growth Mindset: Open to feedback, continuous learning, and evolving technologies. Empathy & Team Culture: Builds trust, fosters inclusion, and supports team well-being. #LI-AC1 Job Description Summary If you’re enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you! As a Software Engineer, you will focus on mentoring and leading others to deliver high quality, cost-effective technology solutions to business partners by crafting new software applications or modifying and/or supporting existing packaged or custom-built applications.

Requirements

Strong API Integration Background
Extensive experience with API development, including API life-cycle management.
Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, webhooks, and microservices architecture.
Extensive hands-on experience with TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, and Node.js.
Ability to write clean, efficient, maintainable, and scalable code across multiple services and layers.
Proven experience with: AWS Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, CodePipeline, CloudFormation or AWS CDK.
Technical Leadership Ability to mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and set engineering standards.
Lead architectural decisions and technical roadmaps.
Comfortable working with internal team members (Product – UX – IT) and external teams for integration and E2E ownership/validation.
Able to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Able to work and drive to completion E2E solutions across multiple teams/areas.
User-Centric Thinking: Passion for building intuitive, helpful, and ethical AI experiences.
Bias Toward Action: Proactive problem solver who thrives in ambiguity and fast paced environments.
Growth Mindset: Open to feedback, continuous learning, and evolving technologies.
Empathy & Team Culture: Builds trust, fosters inclusion, and supports team well-being.
Six years of experience in programming and systems analysis.
Knowledge of software development lifecycle.
Proven ability to tackle sophisticated business and development problems.
Ability to thrive in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Apigee or other API Management platforms is a strong plus.
Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus.
Three years of experience in project management is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for applying secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.
Mentors and trains other team members on design techniques, tools and coding standards.
Provides strategic advice on using technology to achieve goals.
Drives cross-collaboration and execution of projects across multiple teams.
Analyzes, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards and optimal practices.
Champions the use of DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques.
Ensures continuous learning and improvement through ongoing training, practice and innovation.
Manages individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

medical/dental/vision
life insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
company-paid pension plan
business casual attire