Sr Java Back End Developer

Pacific Life • Newport Beach, CA

44d • Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Senior Java Backend Developer at Pacific Life, you will assist in the development of backend services, APIs, and microservices essential to our Workforce Benefits Division’s digital infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of Java, a strong knowledge of the insurance domain, and proficiency in tools such as Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable. You’ll be responsible for designing robust backend solutions, optimizing processes, and supporting a configuration-driven environment to enhance our administration system’s functionality, performance, and scalability. A strong foundation in microservices and API development will empower you to build reliable, secure integrations and support system interoperability across multiple platforms. We are actively seeking a skilled Senior Java Backend Developer to join our Workforce Benefits Division team in Newport Beach, CA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years in Java-focused backend development, with strong knowledge of API and RESTful services.
• Proficient in Git for version control.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable is preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the design, development, and optimization of Java-based backend services within the insurance platform, supporting our configuration-focused environment.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across all systems.
• Provide mentorship to junior developers, instilling best practices for secure, scalable applications.
• Design and implement microservices and RESTful APIs to support secure, efficient integrations.
• Monitor and address performance bottlenecks, ensuring optimal system response times and scalability.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and drive continuous improvements in backend development processes.
• Build and enhance services related to member enrollment, policy administration, plan configuration, and product rules within a group benefits context.
• Implement functionality supporting policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, terminations, and reinstatements.
• Work with configurable platforms to interpret and apply benefit rules, premium calculations, and eligibility validations.
• Contribute to backend readiness for billing schedules, invoice generation, and downstream claim enablement based on policy and product configuration.
• Align development with the unique requirements of group insurance products, including multi-coverage, multi-tier, and employer-level constructs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellbeing Reimbursement Account
• Generous paid time off options
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Schedules
• Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior