Specialist, Software Engineer (Guidewire Claim Center)

If you’re passionate about innovation and love working in an environment where you can constantly improve and adopt new technologies to drive business results, then Nationwide’s Information Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This is a hybrid role where you are required to be in the office 2 days per week. This role requires you to be able to work Arizona Time Zone hours. Candidates must reside near one of our offices in Scottsdale, AZ (preferred), Columbus, OH, or Des Moines, IA.

This role is within Excess and Surplus Specialty (E&SS).

The preferred candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Minimum of 4-5 years’ experience with Guidewire Claim Center 10.2.x (configuration and integration).
• Mastery of Java and microservices using Springboot.
• Proficiency in version control (Git).
• A solid understanding of web-based security (secure coding practices and coding standards).
• DevOps experience and DevOps tool is a plus (Docker, Kubernetes, Rancher, Concourse, Docker registry/Harbor, Harness, Splunk or similar tools).
• Exceptional skills in log analysis and troubleshooting.
• Experience in monitoring and observability tools such as New Relic, BigPanda.
• Familiarity with testing/GUnit/JUnit frameworks.
• Knowledge in API integrations using REST/SOAP, Apigee and event streaming using Kafka.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS and cloud-native platform with Kubernetes.
• An eager desire to learn and master new technologies and languages.
• A strong grasp of Agile methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards in an agile environment.
• Applies secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.
• Uses DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques.
• Drives continuous improvement and learning through ongoing training, practice and innovation.
• Manages medium to large project priorities, deadlines and deliverables proactively.

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 degree. Technology experience or non-traditional technology certificates can be substituted for an undergraduate degree.

Experience: Four or more years of analysis and technology experience.

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

Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions:

Overtime Eligibility: Eligible (Non Exempt)

Working Conditions: Office environment may vary based on team and/or location. Associates may have on-call responsibility after normal working hours and/or on weekends.

Benefits: We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: 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.

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.