Specialist Software Engineer - Backend .NET/AWS (Hybrid)

Aegon • Cedar Rapids, IA

71d • $140,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the design and development of enterprise-wide solutions that directly impact agent productivity and business growth. You'll architect API-first integrations, evaluate and implement SaaS platforms, and build scalable cloud-native applications using our preferred technology stack. This role focuses heavily on SaaS platform integrations, third-party vendor collaboration, and creating unified experiences for diverse agent personas from new recruits to executive leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of .NET development experience with expertise in .NET 8+ and C# 12+, including minimal APIs and modern framework features
• Proven experience evaluating, integrating, and optimizing enterprise SaaS platforms (Salesforce, ServiceNow, Fidelity, Rightbridge, Equisoft, Broadridge)
• 5+ years of experience and expertise in database design techniques and philosophies (e.g. RDBMS, Document, Star Schema, Kimball Model)
• Strong background in API-first design and development, including RESTful APIs, OpenAPI specifications, and API gateway patterns
• 3+ years of AWS cloud-native development experience using services like Lambda, ECS, API Gateway, EventBridge, and DynamoDB
• 5+ years of experience with microservices architecture, event-driven design, and distributed systems at enterprise scale
• Understanding of agent workflows, business process automation, and user experience optimization for field productivity
• Knowledge of financial services industry regulations, compliance requirements, and data security standards
• Experience with database design and optimization for both relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) systems
• Proficiency with modern DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on scalable, maintainable solutions
• Advanced understanding of software development and research tools
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with business stakeholders, vendors, and distributed development teams

Nice To Haves

• Python experience for data analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence applications
• Experience with MuleSoft or similar enterprise integration platforms
• AWS cloud certifications
• Experience designing systems for 100k+ concurrent users with high availability requirements (99.9999% uptime)
• Knowledge of agent persona design and user journey mapping
• Knowledge change management for technology adoption
• Experience with performance optimization, caching strategies, and system monitoring at enterprise scale
• Understanding of data warehousing, ETL processes, and business intelligence platforms

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SaaS-first integration strategies, prioritizing platform evaluation and integration over custom development
• Architect API-first solutions that enable seamless connectivity between agent tools, carrier systems, and business platforms
• Lead technical evaluation and integration of enterprise SaaS platforms (Salesforce, ServiceNow, Fidelity, Rightbridge, Equisoft, Broadridge) to support agent workflows
• Collaborate with and lead third-party vendors to build joint integrations that enhance agent productivity and reduce manual processes
• Recommend solutions which take into consideration costs, business needs, and system impacts
• Serve as a subject matter expert for a wide range of areas, applications, and technologies
• Develop scalable cloud-native applications on AWS that support 200k+ concurrent users and business growth targets
• Translate agent workflow requirements into technical solutions that improve first-call resolution rates and reduce support complexity
• Learn and keep pace with the latest advances in the field and rapidly grasp new technologies to support the environment and contribute to project deliverables
• Implement event-driven architectures and microservices that support real-time agent performance insights and business analytics
• Mentor development teams on modern .NET 8+ practices, minimal APIs, and cloud-native design patterns
• Drive DevOps practices and CI/CD automation to accelerate delivery of agent-facing capabilities

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus for Eligible Employees
• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities
• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service
• Ten (10) paid holidays per year
• Be Well Company holistic wellness program
• Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• College Coach Program
• Back-Up Care Program
• PTO for Volunteer Hours
• Employee Matching Gifts Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Inclusion and Diversity Programs
• Employee Recognition Program
• Referral Bonus Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
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• Education Level: Bachelor's degree