Consultant, Software Engineer - Tech Lead

Nationwide; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 118,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide's Technology team is seeking a Software Engineer to mentor teammates and deliver secure technology solutions for a Fortune 100 company.

You will craft software applications or modify existing ones, drive best practices, and collaborate across teams to achieve business goals.

The role emphasizes DevSecOps, continuous learning, and effective delivery within an agile environment. Experience in Java, Python or C++, and a strong SDLC foundation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems or related field preferred.
• Six years of experience in programming and systems analysis; PM experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply secure software and systems engineering practices across delivery lifecycles.
• Mentor and train team members on design techniques and standards.
• Provide strategic advice on leveraging technology to achieve goals.
• Drive cross-team collaboration and project execution.
• Analyze, develop, test, debug, document and deploy software per standards.

Skills

AI leadership

APIs & Microservices

AI tools

Python

OpenAPI

AWS

Kubernetes

Spring Boot

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/IS

Tools

Spring Boot

CI/CD Tools

Monitoring Tools

Job description

Job Conditions

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.

Desired Skills

• AI Tech lead/champion responsible for AI adoption across job groups
• APIs and Microservices App lead
• Expertise in AI tools - building agents for Mainframe and non-Mainframe systems
• Python
• Apigee, OAS, API design thinking
• AWS, Kubernetes
• Springboot web, batch
• CI/CD and Monitoring tools

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 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.

Job Description

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.

May Perform Other Responsibilities As Assigned.

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.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.

Values

Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

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.

ADA

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

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.

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.

Compensation

Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range. Note on Compensation for Part-Time Roles: Please be aware that the salary ranges listed below reflect full-time compensation. Actual compensation may be prorated based on the number of hours worked relative to a full-time schedule.

The national salary range for Consultant, Software Engineer : $118,000.00-$222,000.00

The expected starting salary range for Consultant, Software Engineer : $118,000.00 - $178,000.00