Consultant, Software Engineer (Mainframe)

Nationwide

Columbus (OH)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Company-paid pension plan
Business casual attire

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and maintain its Annuity PALLM application and supporting APIs and Microservices. This mid-senior level position requires Cobol experience and strong analytical skills. The role offers a hybrid schedule in Columbus, Ohio, with a competitive salary range of $140,000 - $200,000 and a variety of benefits including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

  • Six years of experience in programming and systems analysis.
  • Three years of experience in project management is preferred.
  • Hands‑on technical leadership experience.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for applying secure software engineering practices.
  • Mentors and trains other team members.
  • Provides strategic advice on using technology.
  • Drives cross-collaboration and execution of projects.
  • Analyzes, develops, tests, and deploys software.
  • Champions the use of DevSecOps practices.
  • Manages project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.

Skills

Mainframe Cobol experience
APIs - Apigee, OAS
Springboot microservices
DevOps tools - Github Actions, Harness
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated success in maintaining long-term client relationships

Education

Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, mathematics or related field

Tools

Java
C++
Python
JavaScript

Job description

Consultant, Software Engineer (Mainframe)

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If you’re passionate about innovation and love working in an environment where you can constantly improve and adopt new technologies to drive business results, then Nationwide’s Information 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.

This role will work a hybrid schedule coming into the Columbus, Ohio office (Wednesday & Thursday).

This role is within Nationwide Financial Technology for developing and maintaining the Annuity PALLM application and its supporting APIs and Microservices.

Ideal Skills
  • Mainframe Cobol experience: Experience working with large codebases in Cobol
  • APIs - Apigee, OAS
  • Springboot microservices
  • DevOps tools - Github Actions, Harness
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated success in maintaining long-term client relationships
Job Description Summary

As a Software Engineer, you will focus on mentoring and leading others to deliver high quality, cost-effective technology solutions to business partners by crafting new software applications or modifying and/or supporting existing packaged or custom-built applications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Responsible for applying secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Mentors and trains other team members on design techniques, tools and coding standards.
  • Provides strategic advice on using technology to achieve goals.
  • Drives cross-collaboration and execution of projects across multiple teams.
  • Analyzes, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards and optimal practices.
  • Champions the use of DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques.
  • Ensures continuous learning and improvement through ongoing training, practice and innovation.
  • Manages individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables.
Reporting Relationships

Reports to a Technology Manager/Director.

Typical Skills And Experiences
Education

Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, mathematics or related field is strongly preferred.

Experience

Six years of experience in programming and systems analysis. Three years of experience in project management is preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Hands‑on technical leadership experience leading project teams and setting technical direction. Proficiency in one programming language such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript. Knowledge of software development lifecycle. Proven ability to tackle sophisticated business and development problems. Ability to thrive in a team environment. Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus.

Job Conditions

Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Associates may have on-call responsibility after normal working hours and/or on weekends.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: 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, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.

Equal Opportunity

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

Agency Note

Nationwide does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Nationwide employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Nationwide Client Services Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Insurance

Locations and Salary

Columbus, OH $140,000 - $200,000

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