Transamerica
Overview
Lead IT Specialist – Life is focused on the design and development of technologies and integrations to support Underwriting technology. Helps define technical strategies, grow capabilities, and guide enterprise-wide solutions by providing technology leadership, insight on new developments within the Underwriting technology solution space, and guidance in design, framework, and platform decisions. Responsibilities
Lead technical product ownership, analysis and solution design across platforms toward the development of end-to-end solutions; translate architectural guidance into detailed technical design. Work collaboratively with business teams and other development staff, including contract and offshore Software Engineering in an agile environment. Triage issues, test, identify, implement, and document solutions to business challenges utilizing web and cloud technologies. Manage dynamic intake and prioritization process to identify new capabilities and help advance the roadmap. Utilize third-party software development frameworks, open-source libraries, and APIs to rapidly develop basic application solutions. Lead the resolution of cross dependencies in complex initiatives to ensure seamless execution and streamlined delivery. Lead committees or projects to help define organization-wide standards, processes, and guidelines. Perform design and analysis for deliverables; lead large team design sessions. Serve as a subject matter expert for a wide range of areas, applications, and technologies; recommend solutions considering costs, business needs, and system impacts. 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. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, math, engineering, or other technical field, or equivalent experience Six years of development experience Five years experience in Technical Product ownership, driving iterative delivery, technical design, issue triage and implementation using the agile methodology Five years of experience with integration and service frameworks (e.g. API Gateways, Apache Camel, Swagger API, Zookeeper, Kafka, messaging tools, microservices) Experience with coding platforms/frameworks (e.g. JAVA, OOD, OOP, Functional Programming, Spring Framework, OOP, Service Oriented Architecture, Dependency Injection, and Core Architecture) Five years experience with data mining and querying relational and non-relational databases Five years experience and expertise in build and deployment tools (e.g. Visual Studio, Git/Bitbucket, SQL Management Studio) Familiarity with modern frontend development frameworks (Angular, React, Vue.js), HTTP, HTML, JS, CSS, Ajax Attention to detail and results-oriented, with a strong customer focus Ability to work as part of a team and independently Analytical and problem-solving skills Technical communication skills and the ability to present information to all levels of the organization Problem-solving and technical communication skills Ability to prioritize workload to meet tight deadlines Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree Knowledge of the Life underwriting domain Development experience with cloud services (e.g. AWS/Azure) utilizing various support tools (e.g. EC2, ECS, S3, Kinesis, VMs, Cosmos, Data Factory, SQL Data warehouse, ARM Templates, Event Hubs) Architecture and implementation, including source to target mappings and ETL Technology or platform certifications (e.g. AWS, Microsoft) Knowledge of the financial services industry Life Insurance domain knowledge Working Conditions
Hybrid Office environment Work outside of normal business hours may be required Moderate travel Compensation
The salary for this position generally ranges between $125,000 - $155,000 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 or below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. This position is typically eligible for an annual bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. If an accommodation is required to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request. What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package
Pension Plan 401k Match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Reimbursement Disability Insurance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Employee Discounts Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service Ten (10) paid holidays per year Be Well Company holistic wellness program with Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program College Coach Program Back-Up Care Program Employee Matching Gifts Program Employee Resource Groups Inclusion and Diversity Programs Employee Recognition Program Referral Bonus Programs Inclusion & Diversity
We value diversity and inclusion and foster a culture that supports employees across ERGs and company-sponsored programs. Our efforts have been recognized by external indexes and awards, and ERGs are open to all employees to support a collaborative and inclusive workplace. Giving Back
We administer the Aegon Transamerica Foundation to support nonprofit organizations through financial grants and volunteer efforts aligned with our communities’ needs. Transamerica’s Parent Company
Aegon acquired Transamerica in 1999. Aegon serves more than 23.9 million people globally and focuses on investment, protection, and retirement solutions with a commitment to helping people live their best lives.
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Lead IT Specialist – Life is focused on the design and development of technologies and integrations to support Underwriting technology. Helps define technical strategies, grow capabilities, and guide enterprise-wide solutions by providing technology leadership, insight on new developments within the Underwriting technology solution space, and guidance in design, framework, and platform decisions. Responsibilities
Lead technical product ownership, analysis and solution design across platforms toward the development of end-to-end solutions; translate architectural guidance into detailed technical design. Work collaboratively with business teams and other development staff, including contract and offshore Software Engineering in an agile environment. Triage issues, test, identify, implement, and document solutions to business challenges utilizing web and cloud technologies. Manage dynamic intake and prioritization process to identify new capabilities and help advance the roadmap. Utilize third-party software development frameworks, open-source libraries, and APIs to rapidly develop basic application solutions. Lead the resolution of cross dependencies in complex initiatives to ensure seamless execution and streamlined delivery. Lead committees or projects to help define organization-wide standards, processes, and guidelines. Perform design and analysis for deliverables; lead large team design sessions. Serve as a subject matter expert for a wide range of areas, applications, and technologies; recommend solutions considering costs, business needs, and system impacts. 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. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, math, engineering, or other technical field, or equivalent experience Six years of development experience Five years experience in Technical Product ownership, driving iterative delivery, technical design, issue triage and implementation using the agile methodology Five years of experience with integration and service frameworks (e.g. API Gateways, Apache Camel, Swagger API, Zookeeper, Kafka, messaging tools, microservices) Experience with coding platforms/frameworks (e.g. JAVA, OOD, OOP, Functional Programming, Spring Framework, OOP, Service Oriented Architecture, Dependency Injection, and Core Architecture) Five years experience with data mining and querying relational and non-relational databases Five years experience and expertise in build and deployment tools (e.g. Visual Studio, Git/Bitbucket, SQL Management Studio) Familiarity with modern frontend development frameworks (Angular, React, Vue.js), HTTP, HTML, JS, CSS, Ajax Attention to detail and results-oriented, with a strong customer focus Ability to work as part of a team and independently Analytical and problem-solving skills Technical communication skills and the ability to present information to all levels of the organization Problem-solving and technical communication skills Ability to prioritize workload to meet tight deadlines Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree Knowledge of the Life underwriting domain Development experience with cloud services (e.g. AWS/Azure) utilizing various support tools (e.g. EC2, ECS, S3, Kinesis, VMs, Cosmos, Data Factory, SQL Data warehouse, ARM Templates, Event Hubs) Architecture and implementation, including source to target mappings and ETL Technology or platform certifications (e.g. AWS, Microsoft) Knowledge of the financial services industry Life Insurance domain knowledge Working Conditions
Hybrid Office environment Work outside of normal business hours may be required Moderate travel Compensation
The salary for this position generally ranges between $125,000 - $155,000 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 or below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. This position is typically eligible for an annual bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. If an accommodation is required to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request. What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package
Pension Plan 401k Match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Reimbursement Disability Insurance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Employee Discounts Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service Ten (10) paid holidays per year Be Well Company holistic wellness program with Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program College Coach Program Back-Up Care Program Employee Matching Gifts Program Employee Resource Groups Inclusion and Diversity Programs Employee Recognition Program Referral Bonus Programs Inclusion & Diversity
We value diversity and inclusion and foster a culture that supports employees across ERGs and company-sponsored programs. Our efforts have been recognized by external indexes and awards, and ERGs are open to all employees to support a collaborative and inclusive workplace. Giving Back
We administer the Aegon Transamerica Foundation to support nonprofit organizations through financial grants and volunteer efforts aligned with our communities’ needs. Transamerica’s Parent Company
Aegon acquired Transamerica in 1999. Aegon serves more than 23.9 million people globally and focuses on investment, protection, and retirement solutions with a commitment to helping people live their best lives.
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