Sr. Software Engineer - Sales Enablement (Open to hiring at the Lead Software Engineer level)

Wellmark, Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmark Technology seeks a senior software engineering leader to drive the design, development, and continuous enhancement of our Stepwise product quoting platform. You will configure systems, build APIs, integrate data, and craft backend solutions that directly impact sales growth, retention, and efficiency.

As a technical leader and trusted partner, you will build scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions while aligning with Wellmark standards for quality, performance, and security.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field and at least 5 years of development experience (e.g., Angular, NodeJS, TypeScript, C++, .NET, Java, SQL) OR 9 years of related experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and experience troubleshooting complex issues.
• Experience with software development lifecycle methodologies and driving technical excellence.
• Ability to communicate clearly, mentor teammates, and maintain a positive, collaborative attitude.
• Capable of aligning design decisions with the WaaS strategy and enterprise standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead system development and engineering for highly complex programs, coordinating coding, testing, and debugging.
• Serve as SME in implementing innovative and cost-effective solutions across multiple applications.
• Provide leadership, training, and guidance for gathering information, root-cause analysis, and solution optimization.
• Mentor and collaborate with diverse development teams, including global staffing and crowd-sourcing.
• Coordinate with resources to integrate products and execute timely, accurate results and exceptional service.
• Participate in proposals, estimates, and proof-of-concept activities as needed.
• Maintain awareness of industry best practices and enforce enterprise standards.

Skills

Angular

NodeJS

TypeScript

C++

.NET

Java

SQL

API development

Agile

Education

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

9+ years related experience

Job description

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.

Drive the evolution of Wellmark's large group sales and renewal capabilities by leading the design, development, and continuous enhancement of our Stepwise product quoting platform. In this role, you will solve complex business and technical challenges through system configuration, API development, data integration, and backend engineering solutions that directlyimpactsales growth, customer retention, and operational efficiency.

As a technical leader and trusted partner, you willcreatescalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions while collaborating closely with business and technology stakeholders to translate strategicobjectivesinto impactful technology outcomes. You willleverageyourexpertiseto guide engineering decisions, champion best practices, and ensure solutions align with Wellmark's standards for quality, performance, and security. This is a high-visibility opportunity to influence a critical sales enablement product and deliver enhancements that create measurable value for both our customers and our business.

Preferred:

• Data Engineering experience
• API Development Experience
• Experience working within an Agile team environment.
• Experience partnering with global staffing vendors to deliver projects.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field of study and at least 5 years of development experience (ex. Angular, NodeJS, TypeScript, C++, .NET, Java, SQL) OR 9 years of related and applicable experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills. Accuracy and high attention to detail.Previousexperiencetroubleshooting and developing creative technical solutions. Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex issues.
• Demonstrated experience in software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with and coach/mentor team members, while setting an example inmaintaininga positive attitude, staying calm under pressure, being approachable, andrespectfuland taking responsibility for failures.
• Big picture thinker with the ability to translate the value of the Wellmark as a Service (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.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties. Ability to communicate key informationin a timely mannerto theappropriate stakeholderaudience with the ability to adjust communication style that will best suit the audience.
• Ability to thrive infast-paced environment with changing priorities. Excellent organizational skills. Strong time management skills with the ability to set and meet establishedtimeframeswith 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 toaccomplishgoals 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.

a. Lead system development and engineering forhighly complexprograms. Coordinate the preparation, coding, testing, and debugging of complexprograms;including the analysis and development of workflows thatutilizeemerging technology and meet and exceed Wellmark’s evolving business needs.

b. Serve as subject matter expert in the implementation of innovative and cost-effective business solutions for multiple applications and systemsutilizinginformation technology, business, and industry trends.

c. Provide leadership, training, and guidance to others on the team 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. Coordinate with company resources toaccomplish integration of products and processes and complex solutions. Providetimelyandaccurateresults, and exceptional customer service.

f. Utilize established relationships with Wellmark leaders and acts as a primary 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 participate in industry/knowledge reference groups relative to role. Provide direction for enterprise standards. Conduct code reviews and monitor standard adherence.

i. Other duties as assigned.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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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At this time, Wellmark is not considering applicants for this position that require any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please refer to the following resources: Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

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