Forward-Deployed Software Engineer — AI Platform (Hybrid)

OhioX; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Company-paid pension plan

Casual attire

Job summary

Nationwide is seeking a Consultant, Software Engineer in a hybrid role requiring in-office presence two days per week, with commutable distance to Columbus, OH. You will join cross-functional teams to design, build, and operate AI-enabled platforms and services, ensuring reliability, security, and cost efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in software engineering, strong Java/C++/Python/JavaScript skills, DevSecOps experience, and the ability to influence architectural decisions while

Qualifications

• Six or more years of programming, software engineering or systems analysis experience.
• Three years of experience in project management is preferred.
• Ability to deliver independently and influence technical decisions.
• Experience with model integration, agent development, DevSecOps, security/privacy, governance, reliability, and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Apply secure software and systems engineering practices across the delivery lifecycle.
• Mentor and train team members on design techniques and coding standards.
• Provide strategic technical advice on using technology to achieve goals.
• Drive cross-collaboration and execution of projects across multiple teams.
• Analyze, test, debug, document, and deploy moderately complex software.
• Champion DevSecOps practices to improve quality, security, automation, and delivery.
• Manage multiple medium to large project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

JavaScript

Leadership

DevSecOps

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Nationwide is seeking a Consultant, Software Engineer in a hybrid role requiring in-office presence two days per week, with commutable distance to Columbus, OH. You will join cross-functional teams to design, build, and operate AI-enabled platforms and services, ensuring reliability, security, and cost efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in software engineering, strong Java/C++/Python/JavaScript skills, DevSecOps experience, and the ability to influence architectural decisions while