Specialist, Software Engineer | Java
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. Work Arrangement: This role follows a hybrid schedule and requires in-office presence in Columbus, Ohio two days per week. Location Requirement: Candidates must be based within a commutable distance to Columbus, Ohio. Work Authorization: This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT Extension program. Nationwide Personal Lines Solutions is looking for an experienced developer to join the Underwriting team, supporting our enterprise goal of becoming a world-class underwriting company. Our Underwriting teams are working on projects every day to help Nationwide meet its profitability goals and drive new business growth. This hybrid role requires a variety of strengths and capabilities, including: Experience with PolicyCenter/Guidewire (or a strong Java background) Experience using testing frameworks (JUnit) Familiarity with version control (Git) Ability to perform in-depth log analysis and troubleshooting (using Splunk) Knowledge of agile practices Self-motivation with ability to be flexible Willingness to pair and collaborate with team members #LI-KR1 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 primarily on providing high quality, efficient technology solutions to business partners by crafting new software applications or modifying and/or supporting existing packaged or custom-built applications. In this capacity, you’ll analyze, code, configure, test, debug, document and maintain applications.
Requirements
- Completion of undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or other related degree. Technology experience or non-traditional technology certificates can be substituted for an undergraduate degree.
- Four or more years of analysis and technology experience.
- Proficiency in one or more programming language such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript.
- Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle.
- Proven ability to tackle complex business and development problems.
- Ability to thrive in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PolicyCenter/Guidewire (or a strong Java background)
- Experience using testing frameworks (JUnit)
- Familiarity with version control (Git)
- Ability to perform in-depth log analysis and troubleshooting (using Splunk)
- Knowledge of agile practices
- Self-motivation with ability to be flexible
- Willingness to pair and collaborate with team members
- Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus.
Responsibilities
- Analyzes, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards in an agile environment.
- Applies secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.
- Uses DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques.
- Drives continuous improvement and learning through ongoing training, practice and innovation.
- Manages medium to large project priorities, deadlines and deliverables proactively.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
