Sr Back-End Developer

Job Description

Pacific Life is dedicated to fostering a diverse, agile, and talented workforce to drive innovation and elevate customer experiences. We are actively seeking a skilled Senior Back-End Developer to join our Workforce Benefits Division at one of our office locations: Newport Beach, CA; Omaha, NE; or Lynchburg, VA. This position offers both on-site and hybrid work options.

In this role as a Java Back-End Developer, you will be an integral part of our team, driving the development and enhancement of our customer-facing web portal within the insurance domain. Your expertise in Java programming and back-end development will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless functionality, performance, and security of our online platform, directly impacting the experience of our valued clients. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers and business stakeholders, you will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining the robust back-end systems that underpin our mission to provide exceptional service and user experiences in the insurance industry.

If you're passionate about leveraging technology to create tangible value for customers and are excited about contributing to the evolution of our online insurance services, we invite you to join our dynamic and innovative team.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers and backend developers, to create flawless user experiences.
• Utilize your extensive experience (6+ years) to provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.
• Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in back-end development.
• Design and Develop Microservices: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy microservices that empower our customer-facing applications, ensuring reliability and high performance.
• RESTful API Development: Develop and maintain RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless communication between front-end applications and back-end services, optimizing data flow and user experience.
• Coding Excellence: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that aligns with industry best practices, coding standards, and security protocols.
• Performance Optimization: Identify and address performance bottlenecks within the back-end infrastructure, enhancing response times and overall system efficiency.
• Collaborative Problem Solving: Work with team members to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, promoting continuous improvement in the development process.

The Experience You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of professional back-end development experience.
• Strong proficiency in JAVA, API, REST, and relevant web/integration technologies.
• Extensive experience with JAVA and its core principles.
• Sound grasp of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Continuous learning keeping pace with evolving tech and trends.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proficiency in additional languages like Python, Node.JS, etc.
• Experience within the financial or insurance industry.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude.

You belong at Pacific Life

At Pacific Life we are committed to a culture of belonging, a space where all employees are empowered to be authentic. One way we cultivate an inclusive culture is through our employee connection groups. The purpose of these employee-led groups is to offer a place to build community, connection, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging. Each group can be active in education, advocacy, recruitment, and community building throughout our organization.

Base Pay Range

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$118,800.00 - $145,200.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents.
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program.
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.

EEO Statement

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability.