Job Description:
Penn Mutual is looking to add an experienced senior software developer to one of its Scrum teams. Interested individuals should be able to work with minimal managerial supervision as part of a largely autonomous team. Team members are frequently involved with other teams and departments throughout the company, so the ability to communicate well and work with non-team members is crucial.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software systems and applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, including mentoring, code reviews, and knowledge sharing.
- Drive innovation and propose new solutions to improve processes, technologies, and product offerings.
- Architect scalable and maintainable software solutions that meet performance, reliability, and security requirements.
- Lead efforts to diagnose and troubleshoot complex technical issues, and implement effective solutions to ensure system stability and performance.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and evaluate their potential impact on our products and processes.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including technical and non-technical audiences, to convey technical concepts and decisions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
- 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.
- Proficiency in JavaScript.
- Extensive experience with web development technologies, including NodeJS, ExpressJS, NextJS, React, AngularJS.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical problems and propose and implement effective solutions.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience with AWS cloud computing platforms and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Preferred
- Deep understanding of database systems and SQL, with experience in designing and optimizing database schemas.
- Proficiency in Java and backend frameworks, including Spring & Spring Boot.
- Proficiency in TypeScript.
- Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum.
- Previous experience in leading or mentoring junior engineers.
Base Salary Range:$135,000 - $165,000
For over 175 years, Penn Mutual has empowered individuals, families and businesses on the journey to achieve their financial goals. Through our partnership with Financial Professionals across the U.S., we help instill the confidence and reliability that comes from a stronger financial future. Penn Mutual and its affiliates offer a comprehensive suite of competitive products and services to meet the unique needs of Financial Professionals and their clients, including life insurance, annuities, wealth management and institutional asset management. To learn more, including current financial strength ratings, visit www.pennmutual.com.
Penn Mutual is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We provide employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and associates, according to applicable laws. This is reflected in our practices for hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment, compensation, selection or training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. All employment-related decisions and practices are free from unlawful discrimination. This includes: race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership or civil union status, marital status, genetic information, disability, religious observance or practice, liability, veteran status or any other classification protected under applicable law.
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