Data & Integration
Develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, and data integration processes.
Support batch processing and data movement workflows.
Assist with troubleshooting data quality and integration issues.
Work with relational databases and cloud-based data services.
Quality & Engineering Excellence
Participate in code reviews and testing activities to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Follow established Agile development processes and engineering best practices.
Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing.
Operational Support
Assist with production support activities and incident resolution.
Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in development, testing, and production environments.
Participate in on-call rotations when required.
Support release validation and post-deployment monitoring activities.
Collaboration
Work closely with engineers, product owners, architects, and business stakeholders.
Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, retrospectives, and team ceremonies.
Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Seek feedback and continuously improve technical and professional skills.
What You'll Bring to the Role
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2-4 years of professional software development experience.
Experience developing applications using JavaScript or TypeScript.
Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks such as React.
Experience developing REST APIs or backend services using Node.js, Java, Python, or similar technologies.
Experience working with relational databases and SQL.
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.
Familiarity with Git-based source control and collaborative development workflows.
Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and public cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in AWS cloud environments.
Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
Familiarity with Kubernetes or container orchestration platforms.
Experience supporting production applications.
Experience with monitoring and logging tools.
Knowledge of microservices architecture concepts.
Exposure to application modernization initiatives.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
Insurance or financial services domain experience.
Exposure to AI-assisted or agentic development tools.
Skills You'll Have
Adaptive Communication- Formulates strategies to convey complex information about services, products, systems, or processes to targeted audiences and communicates between technical and non-technical audiences.
Analytical Thinking- Organizes and compares various aspects of a situation to identify complex underlying issues using quantitative data, analysis, business acumen, problem solving, and critical thinking.
Cloud Technology- Applies knowledge of cloud service platforms and delivery models to support the development and implementation of end-to-end cloud solutions.
Root Cause Analysis & Decision Quality- Uses structured problem-solving methods to identify the fundamental causes of issues and support timely, data-driven decisions.
Software Development- Creates and maintains applications, frameworks, and software components through design, programming, testing, debugging, and software development lifecycle practices.
Software Problem Solving- Analyzes technology needs, issues, and roadblocks and applies engineering best practices and debugging techniques to identify and resolve software problems.
Technical Problem Solving- Analyzes technical needs, issues, and roadblocks, evaluates potential solutions, solves problems effectively, and helps establish alignment on the path forward.
Compensation Range
Pay Range - Start
$98,320.00
Pay Range - End
$147,480.00
Geographic Specific Pay Structure
Structure 110
$108,160.00 USD - $162,240.00 USD
Structure 115
$113,040.00 USD - $169,560.00 USD
We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.
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Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes talented individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.
