Transamerica

Lead Software Engineer - Backend .NET (Hybrid)

5 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationCedar Rapids/Iowa
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R20057364

      Job Family

      IT - Development

      About Us

      At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

      Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

      Who We Are

      We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life .

      Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.

      We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

      What We Do

      Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate , which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.

      Transamerica employs nearly 7 ,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide. * For more information, visit transamerica.com .

      Job Description Summary

      Lead the design and development of enterprise-wide solutions that directly impact agent productivity and business growth. You'll architect API-first integrations, evaluate and implement SaaS platforms, and build scalable cloud-native applications using our preferred technology stack. This role focuses heavily on SaaS platform integrations, third-party vendor collaboration, and creating unified experiences for diverse agent personas from new recruits to executive leaders.

      Job Description

      TRANSFORMING FINANCIAL SERVICES DISTRIBUTION FOR 200K+ AGENTS

      World Financial Group (WFG) is the premier middle-market financial services distribution company, undergoing a digital transformation to support 200k+ agents (from 86,100 today) and achieve $2B+ in Life sales and $5B+ in Annuity sales. We're building a unified, agent-centric platform to replace fragmented systems with seamless SaaS integrations and modern cloud-native solutions.

      WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE UNIQUE:

      • Direct impact on transforming how 200k+ financial services agents work and grow their businesses

      • Lead architectural decisions for enterprise-wide digital transformation initiative

      • Work with cutting-edge SaaS integrations and cloud-native technologies in a growth-focused environment

      • Collaborate with diverse agent personas from new recruits to executive leaders, understanding their unique workflow needs

      • Drive innovation in financial services distribution through modern technology and user-centric design

      Responsibilities:

      • Design and implement SaaS-first integration strategies, prioritizing platform evaluation and integration over custom development

      • Architect API-first solutions that enable seamless connectivity between agent tools, carrier systems, and business platforms

      • Lead technical evaluation and integration of enterprise SaaS platforms (Salesforce, ServiceNow, Fidelity, Rightbridge, Equisoft, Broadridge) to support agent workflows

      • Collaborate directly with third-party vendors to build joint integrations that enhance agent productivity and reduce manual processes

      • Develop scalable cloud-native applications on AWS that support 200k+ concurrent users and business growth targets

      • Translate agent workflow requirements into technical solutions that improve first-call resolution rates and reduce support complexity

      • Implement event-driven architectures and microservices that support real-time agent performance insights and business analytics

      • Mentor development teams on modern .NET 8+ practices, minimal APIs, and cloud-native design patterns

      • 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

      • Drive DevOps practices and CI/CD automation to accelerate delivery of agent-facing capabilities

      Qualifications:

      • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

      • 5+ years of .NET development experience with expertise in .NET 8+ and C# 12+, including minimal APIs and modern framework features

      • Proven experience evaluating, integrating, and optimizing enterprise SaaS platforms (Salesforce, ServiceNow, Fidelity, Rightbridge, Equisoft, Broadridge)

      • 3+ years of experience and expertise in database design techniques and philosophies (e.g. RDBMS, Document, Star Schema, Kimball Model)

      • Strong background in API-first design and development, including RESTful APIs, OpenAPI specifications, and API gateway patterns

      • 3+ years of AWS cloud-native development experience using services like Lambda, ECS, API Gateway, EventBridge, and DynamoDB

      • 3+ years of experience with microservices architecture, event-driven design, and distributed systems at enterprise scale

      • Knowledge of financial services industry regulations, compliance requirements, and data security standards

      • Experience with database design and optimization for both relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) systems

      • Proficiency with modern DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code

      • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on scalable, maintainable solutions

      • Ability to prioritize workload to meet tight deadlines

      • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with business stakeholders, vendors, and distributed development teams

      Preferred Qualifications:

      • Python experience for data analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence applications

      • Experience with MuleSoft or similar enterprise integration platforms

      • AWS cloud certifications

      • Experience designing systems for 100k+ concurrent users with high availability requirements (99.9999% uptime)

      • Understanding of agent workflows, business process automation, and user experience optimization for field productivity

      • Knowledge of agent persona design and user journey mapping

      • Knowledge change management for technology adoption

      • Experience with performance optimization, caching strategies, and system monitoring at enterprise scale

      • Understanding of data warehousing, ETL processes, and business intelligence platforms

      Working Conditions:

      • Hybrid in Denver, Cedar Rapids, Philadelphia

      • Work outside of normal business hours may be required

      • Occasional travel

      *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.*

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      Compensation:

      The Salary for this position generally ranges between $115,000 - $130,000 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) 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.

      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. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation 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 Em ployees

      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 (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

      • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars

      • Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of s ervice at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

      • Adoption Assistance

      • Employee Assistance Program

      • College Coach Program

      • Back-Up Care Program

      • PTO for Volunteer Hours

      • Employee Matching Gifts Program

      • Employee Resource Groups

      • Inclusion and Diversity Programs

      • Employee Recognition Program

      • Referral Bonus Programs

      Inclusion & Diversity

      We 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 - sponsor ed, 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 Back

      We 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 Company

      Aegon 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, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.

      * As of December 31, 2023

  • About the company

      Helping people live better today and worry less about tomorrow. Products: Insurance, Retirement, Investment

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