Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software EngineerThe Lead Software Engineer utilizes web and cloud technologies, APIs, and third-party software development frameworks to build and support application solutions. Provides lead support for design and development to one or more application development teams, and leads a team of local or outsourced software engineers to build and support business application solutions.ResponsibilitiesWork collaboratively with other development staff, including contract and offshore Software Engineers, and business product owners in an agile environment.Code, test, identify, implement, and document solutions to business challenges utilizing web and cloud technologies.Perform design and analysis for deliverables. Lead large team design sessions for system level architecture solutions.Serve as a subject matter expert for a wide range of areas, applications, and technologies; mentor other team members in design/coding standards.Recommend solutions which take into consideration costs, business needs, and system impacts.Lead analysis and general architectural design across platforms toward the development of end-to-end solutions.Participate on committees or projects to help define organization-wide standards, processes, and guidelines.Utilize third-party software development frameworks, open-source libraries, and APIs to rapidly develop basic application solutions.Lead web development staff, including contract and off-shore developers; may have supervisory responsibility over employees.Learn and keep pace with the latest advances in the field and rapidly grasp new technologies to support the environment and contribute to project deliverables.Prepare presentations and lead development meetings.QualificationsBachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, math, engineering, or other technical field, or equivalent education/experienceFive years of Core JavaExpertise in coding platforms/frameworks (e.g. JAVA, OOD, OOP, Functional Programming, Spring Framework, J2EE Development, OOP, Service Oriented Architecture, Dependency Injection, and Core Architecture)Three years of experience and expertise in database design techniques and philosophies (e.g. RDBMS, Document, Star Schema, Kimball Model)Understanding of NoSQL database technologies (e.g. MS Cosmos DB, Apache Cassandra, Amazon DynamoDB)Four year of development experience with cloud services (e.g. AWS) utilizing various support tools (e.g. EC2, ECS, S3, Kinesis, VMs, Blob, Cosmos, Data Factory, SQL Data warehouse, ARM Templates, Event Hubs)Experience with build and deployment tools - (Visual Studio, Git/Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, Nexus, SQL Management Studio, Nunit, Ajax)Experience in AI SDLC and AWS AI servicesThree years of experience with integration and service frameworks (e.g. API Gateways, Apache Camel, Swagger API, Zookeeper, Kafka, messaging tools, microservices)Experience with Microservices and REST based API development (e.g. Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Entity Framework, Swagger, Odata, AutoMapper)Experience leveraging continuous integration/development tools (e.g. Jenkins, Docker, Containers, OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container automation) in a Ci/CD pipelineFamiliarity with modern frontend development frameworks (Angular, React, Vue.js, HTTP, HTML, JS, CSS)Advanced understanding of software development and research toolsAttention to detail and results oriented, with a strong customer focusAbility to work as part of a team and independentlyAnalytical and problem-solving skillsTechnical communication skillsProblem-solving and technical communication skillsAbility to prioritize workload to meet tight deadlinesPreferred QualificationsUnderstanding of advanced analytics and machine learning concepts and technology implementationsUnderstanding data warehousing architecture and implementation, including source to target mappings and ETL.Technology or platform certifications (e.g. AWS)Knowledge of the financial services industry. Insurance knowledge will be preferred.Working ConditionsOffice EnvironmentWork outside of normal business hours may be requiredOccasional Travel <10%CompensationThe Salary for this position generally ranges between $111,000 - $140,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Philadelphia, PA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Denver, CO).What We OfferFor eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.Compensation BenefitsCompetitive PayBonus for Eligible EmployeesBenefits PackagePension Plan401k MatchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition ReimbursementDisability InsuranceMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployee DiscountsCareer Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth and Work/Life Balance BenefitsPaid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward DollarsParental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramBack-Up Care ProgramPTO for Volunteer HoursEmployee Matching Gifts ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsInclusion and Diversity ProgramsEmployee Recognition ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramsInclusion & DiversityWe believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.Giving BackWe believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.Transamerica's Parent CompanyAegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. It offers investment, protection