Principal Software Engineer at Aflac, Incorporated Remote

Aflac, Incorporated; United States; Remote; USD 123,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plans

Annual bonuses

Opportunity to purchase company stock

20 days PTO

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Neier Inc. is seeking a skilled professional to guide software development initiatives and collaborate with teams to align solutions with business objectives. This role allows for flexible remote or hybrid work based on your location within the continental US.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, deep experience in Salesforce, and proficiency with Scrum and DevOps methodologies. The position offers a competitive salary range of $123,000 - $170,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of programming experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field (preferred).
• 6+ years of programming experience in Salesforce (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Define architectural guidelines and best practices.
• Lead software development initiatives from conception to deployment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align software solutions with business objectives.
• Introduce and train teams in advanced programming languages and tools.
• Ensure cloud readiness and optimal performance of all applications.
• Lead and mentor technical and project team members.
• Analyze requirements and provide accurate estimates for design and development phases.
• Provide continuous support to clients experiencing issues with server hardware and applications.

Skills

Deep experience in modern programming languages (Salesforce)

Proficiency with Scrum

Proficiency with DevOps

Test-Driven Development

Leadership and strategic planning skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field

Job description

Salary Range: $123,000 - $170,000

Job Posting End Date: 5/10/26

Work Designation

Depending on your location within the continental US, this role may be hybrid or remote. If you live within 50 miles of the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, the role will be hybrid, requiring at least 60% work in the office. If you live more than 50 miles away, the role will be remote, with occasional office visits as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Define architectural guidelines and best practices.
• Lead software development initiatives from conception to deployment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align software solutions with business objectives.
• Introduce and train teams in advanced programming languages and tools.
• Ensure cloud readiness and optimal performance of all applications.
• Lead and mentor technical and project team members at the business function level.
• Lead the project team in analyzing requirements and providing accurate estimates for designing, building, testing, and deployment phases.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to various technical teams.
• Collaborate with Architects, Developers, Senior Infrastructure Technical staff to evaluate and recommend technology advancements for assigned projects.
• Support the implementation and testing of cross‑functional systems, ensuring system meets client and business needs.
• Provide continuous support to internal and external clients experiencing issues with server hardware, operating systems, core infrastructure applications, and related utilities.
• Proactively monitor projects and production applications for improvements in availability.
• Provide design recommendations and develop application and custom integration solutions, including major enhancements and interfaces.
• Facilitate on‑time completion of performance, load, functional, and vulnerability testing efforts, and resolve issues.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Deep experience in modern programming languages (Salesforce) and cloud development.
• Proficiency with Scrum, DevOps, and Test‑Driven Development.
• Leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• 6+ years of programming experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
• 6+ years of programming experience in Salesforce.
• Salesforce Administrator Certification or other Salesforce certifications.

Benefits

Base salary range: $123,000 - $170,000, not including incentive pay or benefits. Benefits include: medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; Aflac supplemental policies (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity at no cost); 401(k) plans; annual bonuses; opportunity to purchase company stock; 11 paid holidays; up to 20 days PTO; state‑mandated sick leave; and other leaves of absence as applicable.

Aflac complies with all applicable leave laws, including sick, safe, adoption, and parental leave, in all states and localities.