Software Engineer

Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, modernize, and support critical applications within the Field Rewards technology portfolio. You will build scalable cloud-native solutions, develop microservices and user interfaces, automate processes, and drive modernization initiatives.

The role requires strong full-stack experience across cloud technologies, container platforms, CI/CD automation, and modern software practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

React

JavaScript/TypeScript

REST APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Cloud technologies

DevOps practices

SQL

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

CI/CD pipelines

Node.js

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.


• Agentic Development


• Insurance domain knowledge

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/CSSBackend: Node.js, REST APIs, MicroservicesCloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CDData: SQL, RDS, Batch Processing, Data Integration

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, click here to learn more.

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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.

Skills

Release Management (NM) - Intermediate, Technical Problem Solving (NM) - Intermediate, DevOps (NM) - Intermediate, Application Security (NM) - Intermediate, Cross Functional Partnering & Planning (NM) - Intermediate, Cloud Technology (NM) - Intermediate, IT Strategy (NM) - Beginner, Data Literacy (NM) - Intermediate, Customer Centricity (NM) - Intermediate, Strategic Thinking (NM) - Intermediate, Analytical Thinking (NM) - Intermediate, Business Application (NM) - Intermediate, Learning Agility & Critical Thinking (NM) - Intermediate, Software Problem Solving (NM) - Intermediate, Root ….