Sr. Software Engineer (Open to hiring at Lead Engineer)

Wellmark; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmark, a mutual insurance company serving Iowa and South Dakota, seeks a Sr. Software Engineer open to Lead Engineer to drive high-performance software solutions across platforms.

You will guide design, development, testing, and debugging, embrace emerging technologies, and promote best practices in CI/CD and automation. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in CS/MIS or related field with 2+ years of software development (or 6+ years of relevant experience), strong problem-solving, SDLC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, MIS, or related field with at least 2 years of software development experience or 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with SDLC methodologies.
• Ability to translate WaaS strategy to company strategy when designing solutions.
• Ability to gather information for root cause analysis and data-driven improvements.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate with stakeholders.
• Mentor team members and lead by example in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and stay current with industry trends.
• Ability to collaborate in diverse development teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level analysis and implementation of innovative, efficient, and cost-effective software solutions across multiple platforms.
• Guide engineers in design, development, testing, debugging, and issue resolution, leveraging emerging tech.
• Lead root cause analysis, solution verification, and ongoing optimization discussions.
• Mentor and problem-solve with other tech areas in development and implementation of solutions.
• Use data and cost measures to influence timely decisions and drive project success.
• Build relationships with Wellmark leaders and act as consultant on status and enhancements.
• Participate in project proposals, estimates, and proof-of-concept activities as needed.
• Stay aware of industry best practices and participate in knowledge groups.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Angular

NodeJS

TypeScript

C++

.NET

Java

SQL

SDLC experience

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field

Tools

MEAN stack

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Sr. Software Engineer (Open to hiring at Lead Engineer)

• Full-time
• Department: Technology
• Pay Grade: 23

Why Wellmark?

We are a mutual insurance company owned by our policy holders across Iowa and South Dakota, and we’ve built our reputation on over 80 years’ worth of trust. We are not motivated by profits. We are motivated by the well-being of our friends, family, and neighbors–our members. If you’re passionate about joining an organization working hard to put its members first, to provide best-in-class service, and one that is committed to sustainability and innovation, consider applying today!

Why Wellmark Technology?

Wellmark is building innovative, modern solutions using cutting edge technology. We are driving organizational transformation and business strategy by empowering our technology team to innovate new and elegant solutions to enhance the customer experience. Together, we are leaning into the future, owning the outcome, and driving organizational change to transform how we work.

Learn more about our unique benefit offeringshere .

Want to know more? You can learn about life at Wellmarkhere .

Conducts high level systems analysis and implementation of high performing software solutions that are efficient and cost effective, and which support Wellmark’s business and Technology applications. Leads system development and guides the team in the design, development, code testing and debugging necessary to ensure successful completion - or resolution of issues while focusing on utilization of emerging technologies. Contributes to and drives adoption of best practices (development standards, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, etc.) across various platforms. Leads and supports a diverse development resourcing model which includes Wellmark staff, global onshore/offshore staffing, crowdsourcing, etc. Builds relationships with Wellmark leaders and acts as consultant on business process improvements and technology enhancements or capabilities.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field of study, and at least 2 years of software development experience (ex. Angular, NodeJS, TypeScript, C++, .NET, Java, SQL) OR 6 years of related and applicable experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills. Accuracy and high attention to detail. Previous experience troubleshooting and developing creative technical solutions. Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex issues.
• Demonstrated experience in software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Big picture thinker with the ability to translate the value of the WaaS strategy to company strategy when making design and development decisions.
• Demonstrated, strong ability to gather information, perform necessary research needed for root cause analysis, problem definition and formulation, recommend solution implementation, verification, and ongoing optimization, using data to support recommendations and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties. Ability to communicate key information in a timely manner to the appropriate stakeholder audience with the ability to adjust communication style that will best suit the audience.
• Ability to communicate with and coach/mentor team members, while setting an example in maintaining a positive attitude, staying calm under pressure, being approachable, and respectful and taking responsibility for failures.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Excellent organizational skills. Strong time management skills with the ability to set and meet established timeframes with little direction, while assuring data and information integrity.
• Eagerness to learn and stay current on industry trends and have a continuous learning mindset.
• Ability to collaborate and work as a team to accomplish goals and/or solve problems. Ability to earn trust and respect from peers, leadership, and stakeholders. Ability to learn by actively listening and applying coaching feedback.
• Ability to lead, support and work within a diverse development team model including global staffing, crowd sourcing, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within an Agile team environment.
• Ability or interest in mentoring/coaching others.
• Experience partnering with global staffing vendors to deliver projects.
• Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) or Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) platforms.
• Familiarity with authentication and authorization standards such as OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), SAML, and JWT.
• Experience implementing MFA, SSO, federation, and role-based access controls.
• Experience building highly available, security-focused platform services.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, regulatory, and compliance considerations in healthcare or other regulated industries.
• Experience developing secure, scalable applications and services using the MEAN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, Angular, Node.js) and Microsoft .NET technologies, with a strong understanding of authentication, authorization, API security, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership within agile delivery teams.

Job Responsibilities

• a. Provide high-level analysis and implementation of innovative, efficient, and cost-effective business solutions for multiple platforms, while utilizing information technology, business, and industry trends.
• b. Guide other engineers in the design, development, code testing, debugging and resolution of issues that utilize emerging technology and meet and exceed Wellmark's evolving business needs.
• c. Provide advanced support in the gathering of information, necessary research needed for root cause analysis, problem definition and formulation, solution implementation, verification, and ongoing optimization. Ensure analysis of defects to find root cause and guide others in the identification of potential improvement opportunities.
• d. Mentor, guide and problem-solve with other technology areas in the development and implementation of solutions, including how to use new or enhanced software/applications.
• e. Use data and cost measures (AWS, infrastructure, labor, etc.) to influence timely decisions, build consensus, and take actions to successfully deliver project or production support objectives and support benefits realization. Identify known issues, impacts to project or production outcomes if not resolved, and escape as necessary.
• f. Build relationships with Wellmark leaders and acts as consultant on business status, issues, process improvements and technology enhancements or capabilities.
• g. Participate in project proposals, estimates and proof-of-concept activities as needed.
• h. Maintain awareness of industry’s best practices and standards and proactively participates in industry/knowledge reference groups relative to role.
• i. Other duties as assigned.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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