Specialist, IT App Development

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off 18+ days/yr

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Business casual attire

Job summary

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company is seeking a Software Engineer to analyze, build, test and deploy secure software in an agile setting. The role includes applying secure engineering practices and DevSecOps tooling to safeguard data and systems.

Ideal candidates have a BS in CS or MIS and at least four years of software experience, with proficiency in Java, C++, Python and JavaScript. The job is hybrid with duties across development and operations in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate studies in computer science, MIS, or related degree.
• Four or more years of software engineering, analysis, or related technology experience.
• Proficiency in Java, C++, Python and JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, develop, test, debug, document and deploy software in an agile environment.
• Apply secure software and systems engineering practices to protect data and solutions.
• Use DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques.
• Drive continuous improvement through training, practice and innovation.
• Manage medium to large project priorities, deadlines and deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance to others.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

JavaScript

Education

Completion of undergraduate studies in computer science or MIS

Job description

Job Description Summary

If you’re enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry‑leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results.

If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze solutions, develop, test, debug, document, and deploy software according to standards and best practices in an agile environment.
• Apply secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.
• Use DevSecOps practices, tooling, and techniques.
• Drive continuous improvement and learning through ongoing training, practice, and innovation.
• Manage medium to large project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables proactively.
• Provides technical guidance to others.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to a Technology Manager/Director.

Typical Skills and Experiences

Education

Completion of undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or other related degrees.

Experience

Four or more years of software engineering, analysis, or related technology experience.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript.
• Strong knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to tackle complex business and development problems.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Insurance/financial services industry knowledge is a plus.

Other criteria

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies, and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.

Values

Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions

• Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)
• Working Conditions: Hybrid to normal office environment. Associates may have on-call responsibility after normal working hours and/or on weekends.
• ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• life insurance
• short and long term disability coverage
• paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date
• nine paid holidays
• 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
• 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• company‑paid pension plan
• business casual attire
• and more

Compensation

Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment.

Note on Compensation for Part-Time Roles: Please be aware that the salary ranges listed below reflect full-time compensation.

The national salary range for Specialist, Software Engineer : $95,500.00-$177,500.00

The expected starting salary range for Specialist, Software Engineer : $95,500.00 - $143,500.00

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged.

Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

Smoke-Free Iowa Statement

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at 888-944-2247.