Specialist SWE - Java Microservices

If you’re passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide’s Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. \- **What we’re looking for:** • Specialist or higher level experience in NIO and enterprise software engineering. • Highly proficient in Java and Spring Boot, with experience building and supporting production microservices. • Hands-on experience using Claude Code, GitHub Copilot Agent Mode, Cursor, or similar agentic AI technologies. • Ability to use modern AI tools such as Glean, GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio, and GitHub Copilot CLI to create agentic workflows that automate routine currency, operations, and security work. • Clear communication and the ability to collaborate with product, engineering, security, operations, and dependent application teams. • Strong SQL skills and the ability to perform in-depth log analysis and troubleshooting. • Familiarity with version control using Git and experience performing effective code reviews. • Ability to complete operational work, including password and certificate updates, while following secure production-support practices. • A growth mindset and willingness to learn Guidewire PolicyCenter, IBM ACE, IBM ODM, and Informatica. \- **Job Description Summary** If you’re enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you! As a Software Engineer, you will focus primarily on providing high quality, efficient technology solutions to business partners by crafting new software applications or modifying and/or supporting existing packaged or custom-built applications. In this capacity, you’ll analyze, code, configure, test, debug, document and maintain applications. **Job Description** **Key Responsibilities:** * Analyses, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards in an agile environment. * Applies secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities. * Uses DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques. * Drives continuous improvement and learning through ongoing training, practice and innovation. * Manages medium to large project priorities, deadlines and deliverables proactively. * Additional responsibilities may include collaboration across teams and adherence to company standards. **Qualifications & Experience:** **Education:** Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or other related degree. Technology experience or non-traditional technology certificates can be substituted for an undergraduate degree. **Experience:** Four or more years of analysis and technology experience. **Technical Skills:** * CI/CD * Cloud Computing * Programming Languages * Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) * Software Engineering * Software Security * Software Testing * Systems Integration **Soft Skills & Attributes:** * Strong communication and collaboration skills * Analytical and problem-solving mindset * Ability to work in agile and global environments * Time management and prioritization * Proficiency in one or more programming language such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript. * Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle. * Proven ability to tackle complex business and development problems. * Ability to thrive in a team environment. Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus. **Additional Information:** **Reporting Structure:** Reports to Manager or Director. **Location Flexibility:** Hybrid with periodic in-office collaboration **Equal Opportunity Statement:** Nationwide is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, gender, disability, religion, or other protected categories. \-