Software Engineer, PPM

The Jackson National Life Insurance Company; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Health benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

PPM America, Inc. in Chicago is seeking a skilled .NET full-stack developer to design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade software across on-premises and cloud environments.

You will work with C#, WebAPI, EF, and SQL Server to translate business requirements into robust applications. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of Microsoft full stack experience, Jira and PowerBI familiarity, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of Microsoft full stack developer experience.
• Jira experience preferred.
• PowerBI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and maintain on-premises and cloud-hosted apps using the Microsoft .NET platform.
• Design, create, and manage SQL Server database objects (tables, views, stored procedures).
• Understand requirements and translate them into functional applications.
• Build, test, monitor, and improve features through R&D of new functionalities.
• Collaborate with peers to design solutions using the .NET stack.
• Work with colleagues to deliver high-quality full-stack software leveraging .NET and SQL Server.
• Maintain and upgrade existing applications and fix issues.
• Ensure error-free, secure, and maintainable code.

Skills

.NET 7+

C#

GitHub & CI/CD

WebAPI

Entity Framework

Azure

SQL Server

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Jira

PowerBI

Job description

PPM America, Inc. PPM is a US-based institutional asset manager. Established in Chicago in 1990, PPM exists to consistently support institutional clients in achieving their long-term value goals. We take a hard work, straight talk, full transparency and humility approach to our work. Our success is supported by a team-based culture that encourages debate, collaboration and consistency. At the center of our belief is the fact that our best ideas to date have and can come from any team member anywhere in our firm. We believe the success of our investment culture is best demonstrated by the strong retention of our clients and investment professionals.

PPM was again named one of the Best Places to Work in Money Management by Pensions & Investments in 2024. We attract professionals who exhibit humbleness, directness, and dedication. PPM’s values guide our internal conduct and help define the type of relationships we share with our investors, affiliates, and other valued partners. Above all, PPM is passionate about giving back to our clients, to each other, and to our community. We understand that community and purpose are just as important as the job description when finding your next career.

Values

Values At PPM, our values are reinforced in our culture every day. We act like owners. Integrity guides all that we do, and we are committed to exercising sound judgment in every decision that impacts the company and serves our clients. We are passionate about investment performance and driving results. We are relentless in our efforts to provide best in class service. We strive to build strong and lasting relationships with our clients, seeking to gain trust in everything we do. We work collaboratively with transparency and accountability. We operate as a team. We rely on each other, are accountable to each other, and respect each other. We value differences and unique perspectives and embrace the principle that great ideas can come from anyone. We embrace change. We are not afraid to challenge the status quo in search of a better, smarter or faster solution. We value learning, challenge ourselves and motivate others. We are also committed to positively impacting our community. As a firm, we invest time, experience and fundraising efforts with our non-profit partners. At PPM, we offer volunteer opportunities to get involved with a network of peers and support the causes that are important to you. Your passion and talents can make a lasting impact on our organization and our community. Additionally, our employees go the extra mile every day and the benefits of working at PPM reflect our commitment to supporting and enhancing their personal and professional lives. The plans and programs listed below are offered in collaboration with our parent company.

Job Purpose

The Development Team is responsible for the development and support of enterprise-grade software and data solutions for internal clients across all levels of PPM. In addition to custom software development, using Microsoft .NET, SQL Server, and Office365 platforms, the Development Team also assists third-party vendor application implementations, integrations, and upgrades. In alignment with PPM’s business units, the Development Team’s four groups, which include Enterprise Architecture & Design, Corporate Data, Research, & Reporting, Data Solutions, and Enterprise Systems, work together to ensure that timely, complete, and accurate information flows through PPM’s internally developed and vendor-provided software solutions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design, create, and maintain on-premises and cloud-hosted custom applications using the Microsoft .NET platform and environment.
• Design, create, and manage Microsoft SQL Server database objects that support custom applications, including tables, views, and stored procedures.
• Understand requirements and transform them into functional applications in line with business objectives.
• Build, test, monitor, and provide continuous improvements through research and development of new features, incremental updates, and application optimization.
• Collaborate with peers to design best solutions using the Microsoft .NET platform and Microsoft technology stack.
• Work with all levels of the firm to innovate and build high-quality, full stack software solutions leveraging the versatility of the Microsoft .NET platform and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Maintain and upgrade existing applications and fix issues.
• Ensure error-free code that adheres to coding practices consistent with existing development projects.
• Implement best practices and methodologies for security, quality, and maintainability.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge and proven working experience as a .NET 7 (or higher) developer.
• Proficient in C# and working knowledge of .NET languages.
• Strong knowledge of the GitHub source code repository and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle and development approaches.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and methods.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server services, including SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), to design and integrate data solutions for .NET.
• Experience working with WebAPI, Entity Framework, ADO.NET, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience working with SaaS platforms, web technologies, and Microsoft Azure Cloud Services.
• Knowledge of testing and automated testing concepts.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to learn new languages and technologies.
• Team player with ability to collaborate effectively with other teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree , preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field required.
• 2+ years of Microsoft full stack developer experience required.
• Proficiency in Atlassian’s Jira Software platform (task tracking) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerBI Desktop preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PPM America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and we base our employment decisions without unlawful regard or consideration of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, non-job related disability, pregnancy or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Base Pay

Base Pay: $96,000.00 - $111,000.00. The base salary for this position may vary depending on experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

• In addition to the base salary, this role will be eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.
• This role will also be eligible for compensated personal time off and holidays, health benefits, 401(k) plan with generous matching and other benefit programs according to the Company's employment policies and subject to the formal terms of such plans and programs.

PPM America, Inc. (PPM) is a client-focused investment manager. PPM has the experience and resources to provide our clients with investment solutions across markets, including fixed income, private equity and commercial real estate. However, like a smaller shop, PPM remains nimble, investment-led and responsive to the opportunities that our teams discover together. Our mission is to deliver specific client solutions and service to investors around the world with the goal of meeting investors’ unique investment objectives.

In addition, PPM employees are committed to building our community and supporting local nonprofits that strengthen families and increase economic opportunities.