Senior Software Engineer

Guardian Life

. Develop and execute key technology components of Guardian’s Group Benefits Absence Platform .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $80,900 - $132,905 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing technology components for absence management platforms, with a strong focus on API and microservices development, cloud-native architecture, and Agile methodologies. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and ensure operational readiness through effective collaboration and technical oversight.

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Java SpringbootAPI/Microservice DevelopmentAWSAgile EnvironmentCloud Security Principles

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentService-Oriented ArchitectureCloud Native ArchitectureTest Driven DevelopmentSecure Programming PracticesDeployment CadenceApplication Log AnalysisCode ReviewAI Assisted Product DevelopmentLarge-Scale Systems Support

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsPresentation SkillsCollaboration SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AWSDockerEKSSplunkCloudWatchAppDynamicsBitbucketGitArgoCDRedis

Industry Keywords

SDLC GovernanceFINEOS Group InsuranceAbsence ManagementMicroservice StrategyCloud Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAWSCloudDockerHibernateJavaMicroservicesPythonReactRedisSDLCSplunkSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute key technology components of Guardian’s Group Benefits Absence Platform
Implement absence functionality across multiple ACE Program workstreams
Define, design and deliver technical solutions with solution architects, testing partners, cross-functional stakeholders and development team members
Develop complex solutions in an Agile environment as part of a global engineering team
Develop APIs and microservices
Lead technical design discussions across multiple technology disciplines
Build relationships across the business to influence and accomplish strategic objectives
Assist on-shore and off-shore teams with complex technical issues and systems/programming knowledge
Mentor and develop less experienced team members
Liaise between software engineering and production support for operational readiness
Provide support for escalated issues and defects
Coordinate non-production deployments with engineering teams and testing partners
Partner with Release Management for production deployments
Partner with the SaaS platform provider to deliver program capabilities
Coordinate enterprise changes across software engineering teams
Oversee technical aspects of SDLC Governance for the program
Analyze application logs using Splunk, CloudWatch, ArgoCD and AppDynamics to identify root causes
Create monitoring and alerts
Build and maintain deployment cadence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
5+ years of professional software development experience
Experience with service-oriented and cloud native software architecture
Experience with Java Springboot, Aurora PostgresSQL, Redis, Hibernate, Microsoft Graph API
Experience with modern API/micro-service development, build tools, testing and CI/CD
Experience with secure programming practices, software delivery and cloud security principles
Experience with AI assisted product development using Github Co-pilot or Claude
Experience with AWS, Docker, EKS, SNS/SQS, SDK
Experience with Bitbucket and Git
Experience with AppDynamics, ArgoCD, CloudWatch, Splunk, Zenoss
Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) and 90-100% code coverage
Familiarity with API architectures including microservice strategy
Proven ability to lead projects spanning multiple teams and deliver on time in a fast-paced agile environment
Proven track record developing and supporting large-scale business-critical systems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to review code and provide suggestions
Comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment
Strong presentation and collaboration skills
Ability to clearly articulate job requirements and create formal documentation
Python, ReactJS and Apache Camel experience is a plus
FINEOS Group Insurance product knowledge is a plus
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Support and flexibility to achieve professional and personal goals
Skill-building opportunities
Leadership development opportunities
Philanthropic opportunities
Contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources
Company benefits for full-time eligible employees