Software Engineer

northwesternmutual; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Milwaukee to design, build, modernize, and support critical applications within the Field Rewards portfolio. You will develop cloud-native microservices and user interfaces, automate operations, and drive modernization initiatives.

You will work with JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD in an Agile environment to deliver scalable solutions and reliable deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 4+ years of software engineering experience
• Strong experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and React
• Backend services and APIs using Node.js
• Knowledge of microservices and cloud-native development
• Experience with relational databases and data processing
• Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and DevOps practices
• Agile team experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web applications, APIs and microservices
• Modernize legacy applications and migrate to cloud-native architectures
• Design batch processing, data integration and automation solutions
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
• Containerize and deploy using Kubernetes and cloud platforms
• Support production releases and troubleshoot issues
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and partners
• Participate in code reviews and promote engineering best practices

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Node.js

Microservices

Cloud-native

Relational DBs

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

DevOps

Agile

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

AWS

CI/CD Tools

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, modernize, and support critical applications within the Field Rewards technology portfolio. This role will be responsible for building scalable cloud-native solutions, developing microservices and user interfaces, automating operational processes, and driving application modernization initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience across full stack development, cloud technologies, container platforms, CI/CD automation, and modern software engineering practices.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain web applications, APIs, and microservices using modern technologies.
• Modernize legacy applications and migrate solutions to cloud-native architectures.
• Design and implement batch processing, data integration, and automation solutions.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Containerize and deploy applications using Kubernetes and cloud platforms.
• Support production releases, troubleshooting, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and business partners to deliver solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and promote engineering best practices.

What you'll bring to the Role

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of software engineering experience.
• Strong experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern front-end frameworks (React preferred).
• Experience developing backend services and APIs using Node.js.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and cloud-native development.
• Experience with relational databases and data processing solutions.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience working in Agile teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS cloud services.
• Experience modernizing legacy applications.
• Familiarity with enterprise authentication and SSO solutions.
• Experience with production support and operational automation.

Skills you'll have

• Software Problem Solving (NM) Analyzes technology needs, issues, and roadblocks, applies best practices, and uses debugging tools and logical thinking to resolve software problems.
• Technical Problem Solving (NM) Analyzes technical needs, issues, and roadblocks, defines the problem, explores solutions, and gains alignment on the path forward.
• Root Cause Analysis & Decision Quality (NM) -Applies problem-solving methods to identify fundamental causes and make timely, data-driven decisions.
• Learning Agility & Critical Thinking (NM) -Continuously learns relevant methods and technologies and applies critical thinking to execute solutions and improve practices.
• Coaching & Mentoring (NM) -Develops others through actionable, constructive feedback and guidance based on technical expertise.

Technical Skills

• Frontend: React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS
• Backend: Node.js, REST APIs, Microservices
• Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
• Data: SQL, RDS, Batch Processing, Data Integration

Compensation Range

Compensation Range:

Pay Range - Start:

$108,160.00

Pay Range - End:

$162,240.00

Geographic Specific Pay Structure:

Structure 110:

$118,960.00 USD - $178,440.00 USD

Structure 115:

$124,400.00 USD - $186,600.00 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,

Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do.

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.