Specialist Software Engineer - Backend .NET (Hybrid)

Transamerica • Cedar Rapids, IA

113d • 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. TRANSFORMING FINANCIAL SERVICES DISTRIBUTION FOR 200K+ AGENTS WFG is the premier middle-market financial services distribution company, undergoing a digital transformation to support 200k+ agents (from 86,100 today) and achieve $2B+ in Life sales and $5B+ in Annuity sales. We're building a unified, agent-centric platform to replace fragmented systems with seamless SaaS integrations and modern cloud-native solutions. WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE UNIQUE: Direct impact on transforming how 200k+ financial services agents work and grow their businesses Lead architectural decisions for enterprise-wide digital transformation initiative Work with cutting-edge SaaS integrations and cloud-native technologies in a growth-focused environment Collaborate with diverse agent personas from new recruits to executive leaders, understanding their unique workflow needs Drive innovation in financial services distribution through modern technology and user-centric design

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
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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

• Compensation Benefits
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus for Eligible Employees
• Benefits Package
• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities
• Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
• 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees