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Description

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Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Principal Engineer to join our Workforce Benefits Division in Newport Beach, CA. Relocation Assistance may be provided.

Reporting to the AVP, Product Group Technology Leader, the Application Development Manager will be instrumental in building and optimizing the back-end of our administration system, a core insurance platform providing quoting, underwriting, billing, and claims for dental, vision, disability, and life products. Leveraging over eight years of experience in Java development, the Application Development Manager will ensure smooth performance, high security, and effective integration of back-end systems to meet the needs of internal teams and external users. This role will collaborate with front-end developers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders, and play a critical role in creating a high-quality, scalable, and secure environment. This person will lead a team of several developers and contractors.

How you’ll help move us forward:

• Leadership and Architecture: Collaborate with product management, business, and technology to set the architecture and strategy for technology products including back-end applications, user interfaces, data and reporting, and workflows.
• Back-End Development: Lead the design, development, and optimization of Java-based back-end services within the insurance platform, supporting our configuration-focused environment.
• System Integration: Collaborate with front-end developers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across all systems.
• Technical Leadership: Set and instill best practices for secure, scalable applications including requirement development process, architecture and coding principles, governance, quality assurance, and release standards, and security frameworks.
• Management: Provide mentorship to developers and set goals for internal employees and perform reviews. Lead hiring and identification of appropriate full-time and contractor resources and manage budgets.
• Microservices & API Development: Design and implement microservices and RESTful APIs to support secure, efficient integrations.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and address performance bottlenecks, ensuring optimal system response times and scalability.
• Problem Solving: Build out designs and solutions for complex business needs. Lead troubleshooting efforts and drive continuous improvements in back-end development processes.

The experience you bring:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Technology Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 8+ years in Java-focused back-end development, with strong knowledge of API and RESTful services.
• Industry Background: 8+ years experience building technology solutions in Group Benefits insurance or financial services industry required.
• Version Control: Proficient in Git for version control.
• Tools Knowledge: Experience with business rule and workflow tools like Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable is preferred.
• 3+ years Supervisory experience preferred
• Travel of up to 10% will be required to locations for Program Increment Planning, leadership and technology team meetings.
  

You can be who you are.

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

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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.

$184,680.00 - $225,720.00

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

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

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. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.