Guardian Life
Senior Software Engineer - Java/API/Terraform
Guardian Life, New York, New York, us, 10261
OverviewAs Senior Software Engineer, you will develop and execute key technology components of the enterprise technology strategy and ensure alignment with Guardian’s emerging consumer-centric digital strategy. You will aspire towards being an innovative thought leader and will harness deep industry and technical expertise to develop and execute enablement of the API and modern application platform roadmap ensuring customer focus that supports enterprise growth.
You areA self-starter, continuous learner and experienced technical leader who can transform abstract ideas into actionable customer solutions, who thrives in pioneering emerging technology and partnering across the company with engineers, product managers, business partners and executive stakeholders.
You WillWork with a team of talented engineers in the development of enterprise software services and developer tools that enable and scale execution of a larger overall technology strategy.Oversee the proper engineering methods, facilitate design and code reviews with the team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality features that meet the requirements of product management and our customers.Participate in defining architectural standards and design patterns.Contribute to the evaluation, selection and implementation of new technologies to support the architectural vision.Foster a culture of enablement, providing domain-specific knowledge and best practices across the engineering organization, including katas, training, demos.Provide superior customer service and relationship management with organizational partners and customers.Participate in talent development and recruiting.Publish white papers and engage peer architects in forming strategies for solving key business and technology imperatives.You HaveBachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.6+ years of professional software development experience.Expertise with service-oriented and cloud-native software architectures.Competency with a broad range of technologies including Java, Node.js, .NET/C#, Python, JavaScript, JSON schema design, event-driven, pub-sub, API (GraphQL, REST, gRPC, etc.), Database (Relational and/or non-relational).Competency with a broad range of web technologies including React, Angular.Competency with a broad range of dev ops technologies including IAC (Terraform), containers (Docker/Kubernetes), CI/CD Automation (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub, GitLab).Strong understanding of software delivery, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts and technologies.Experience with cloud technologies and services, preferably AWS.Proven ability to grow and mentor developers at all levels and in different technologies.Proven track record of developing and operating large-scale business-critical systems.Competency with secure programming practices, software delivery, and cloud security principles.The ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with business and executive stakeholders.The ability to quickly learn and teach others, having a growth mindset.The ability to accelerate impact and lead change.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with microservices architecture and API development.Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools (JIRA, Jiralign, etc.).Experience in managing distributed systems and large-scale applications.Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices is a plus.LocationTwo days a week at a Guardian location in New York, NY, or Holmdel, NJ.Salary Range$91,260.00 - $149,925.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.Our PromiseAt Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.Inspire Well-BeingAs part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.Health CareChoice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits.Dental plan.Vision plan.Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts.Critical illness insurance.Life and Disability InsuranceCompany-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage.Accident insurance.Retirement and Financial401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable.Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative.Time Off and Remote WorkFlexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote).Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement.Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days.Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies.Emotional Well-being and Work-LifeEmotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health.Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement.Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons.Adoption assistance.College planning.Tuition reimbursement.Student loan assistance.Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas.Equity & InclusionOpportunities to build inclusive and meaningful connections through involvement in colleague-led affinity groups:Employee Resource Groups.Colleague Connection Committees.Community Involvement Committees.A culture that encourages colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work.Voluntary self-ID.Pronunciation and phonetic spelling of names.Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.Equal Employment OpportunityGuardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.AccommodationsGuardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
applicant_accommodation@glic.com .Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.
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You areA self-starter, continuous learner and experienced technical leader who can transform abstract ideas into actionable customer solutions, who thrives in pioneering emerging technology and partnering across the company with engineers, product managers, business partners and executive stakeholders.
You WillWork with a team of talented engineers in the development of enterprise software services and developer tools that enable and scale execution of a larger overall technology strategy.Oversee the proper engineering methods, facilitate design and code reviews with the team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality features that meet the requirements of product management and our customers.Participate in defining architectural standards and design patterns.Contribute to the evaluation, selection and implementation of new technologies to support the architectural vision.Foster a culture of enablement, providing domain-specific knowledge and best practices across the engineering organization, including katas, training, demos.Provide superior customer service and relationship management with organizational partners and customers.Participate in talent development and recruiting.Publish white papers and engage peer architects in forming strategies for solving key business and technology imperatives.You HaveBachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.6+ years of professional software development experience.Expertise with service-oriented and cloud-native software architectures.Competency with a broad range of technologies including Java, Node.js, .NET/C#, Python, JavaScript, JSON schema design, event-driven, pub-sub, API (GraphQL, REST, gRPC, etc.), Database (Relational and/or non-relational).Competency with a broad range of web technologies including React, Angular.Competency with a broad range of dev ops technologies including IAC (Terraform), containers (Docker/Kubernetes), CI/CD Automation (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub, GitLab).Strong understanding of software delivery, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts and technologies.Experience with cloud technologies and services, preferably AWS.Proven ability to grow and mentor developers at all levels and in different technologies.Proven track record of developing and operating large-scale business-critical systems.Competency with secure programming practices, software delivery, and cloud security principles.The ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with business and executive stakeholders.The ability to quickly learn and teach others, having a growth mindset.The ability to accelerate impact and lead change.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with microservices architecture and API development.Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools (JIRA, Jiralign, etc.).Experience in managing distributed systems and large-scale applications.Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices is a plus.LocationTwo days a week at a Guardian location in New York, NY, or Holmdel, NJ.Salary Range$91,260.00 - $149,925.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.Our PromiseAt Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.Inspire Well-BeingAs part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.Health CareChoice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits.Dental plan.Vision plan.Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts.Critical illness insurance.Life and Disability InsuranceCompany-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage.Accident insurance.Retirement and Financial401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable.Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative.Time Off and Remote WorkFlexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote).Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement.Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days.Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies.Emotional Well-being and Work-LifeEmotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health.Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement.Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons.Adoption assistance.College planning.Tuition reimbursement.Student loan assistance.Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas.Equity & InclusionOpportunities to build inclusive and meaningful connections through involvement in colleague-led affinity groups:Employee Resource Groups.Colleague Connection Committees.Community Involvement Committees.A culture that encourages colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work.Voluntary self-ID.Pronunciation and phonetic spelling of names.Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.Equal Employment OpportunityGuardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.AccommodationsGuardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
applicant_accommodation@glic.com .Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.
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