Specialist, Software Engineer (Cognigy/Java/AWS)
National Black MBA Association, Raleigh, NC, United States
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!
We are seeking a highly motivated
Specialist Software Engineer
to support and evolve Nationwide’s
Enterprise Digital Assistants . You are an effective communicator who enjoys solving complex technical problems, has a passion for innovation, adapts quickly to change, and thrives on collaborating and sharing knowledge with multiple internal partners and external teams.
In this role, you will work in a
Product Model
alongside a cross-functional team of engineers, product managers, and UX designers to prioritize and deliver features in an Agile environment.
As the Specialist Software Engineer, you will focus on delivering
high‑quality, efficient technology solutions
in close partnership with business and UX stakeholders. You will design and build new software applications and services, as well as enhance and support existing packaged or custom‑built applications. As a poly‑skilled member of the Agile team, you will
analyze, code, configure, test, debug, document, and maintain
applications, platforms, and infrastructure.
Desired Technical Qualifications
Proficiency with the
Cognigy
platform, including flow designer, code nodes, build & deployment processes, and hierarchy management.
Extensive experience with
TypeScript/JavaScript ,
Python
(preferred for AWS workloads),
Java , and
Node.js .
Extensive experience with
API development and integration ; experience with
Apigee
or another API management platform is a plus.
Strong hands‑on experience with
AWS
services such as
Lambda ,
API Gateway ,
DynamoDB ,
S3 ,
CodePipeline , and
CloudFormation or CDK .
Experience with
Cypress
and
Jest
for automated testing (preferred but not required).
Work Arrangement
This role follows a hybrid schedule and requires in‑office presence in Columbus, Ohio two days per week.
Location Requirement
Candidates must be based within a commutable distance to Columbus, Ohio.
Work Authorization
This role does not qualify for employer‑sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT Extension program.
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.
Key Responsibilities
Analyzes, solves, 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.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to a Technology Manager/Director.
Typical Skills and Experiences
Education:
Completion of 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.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
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.
Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.
Values
Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.
Job Conditions
Overtime Eligibility:
Not Eligible (Exempt)
Working Conditions:
Office environment may vary based on team and/or location. Associates may have on‑call responsibility after normal working hours and/or on weekends.
ADA:
The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company‑paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.
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We are seeking a highly motivated
Specialist Software Engineer
to support and evolve Nationwide’s
Enterprise Digital Assistants . You are an effective communicator who enjoys solving complex technical problems, has a passion for innovation, adapts quickly to change, and thrives on collaborating and sharing knowledge with multiple internal partners and external teams.
In this role, you will work in a
Product Model
alongside a cross-functional team of engineers, product managers, and UX designers to prioritize and deliver features in an Agile environment.
As the Specialist Software Engineer, you will focus on delivering
high‑quality, efficient technology solutions
in close partnership with business and UX stakeholders. You will design and build new software applications and services, as well as enhance and support existing packaged or custom‑built applications. As a poly‑skilled member of the Agile team, you will
analyze, code, configure, test, debug, document, and maintain
applications, platforms, and infrastructure.
Desired Technical Qualifications
Proficiency with the
Cognigy
platform, including flow designer, code nodes, build & deployment processes, and hierarchy management.
Extensive experience with
TypeScript/JavaScript ,
Python
(preferred for AWS workloads),
Java , and
Node.js .
Extensive experience with
API development and integration ; experience with
Apigee
or another API management platform is a plus.
Strong hands‑on experience with
AWS
services such as
Lambda ,
API Gateway ,
DynamoDB ,
S3 ,
CodePipeline , and
CloudFormation or CDK .
Experience with
Cypress
and
Jest
for automated testing (preferred but not required).
Work Arrangement
This role follows a hybrid schedule and requires in‑office presence in Columbus, Ohio two days per week.
Location Requirement
Candidates must be based within a commutable distance to Columbus, Ohio.
Work Authorization
This role does not qualify for employer‑sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT Extension program.
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.
Key Responsibilities
Analyzes, solves, 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.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to a Technology Manager/Director.
Typical Skills and Experiences
Education:
Completion of 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.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
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.
Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.
Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner.
Values
Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.
Job Conditions
Overtime Eligibility:
Not Eligible (Exempt)
Working Conditions:
Office environment may vary based on team and/or location. Associates may have on‑call responsibility after normal working hours and/or on weekends.
ADA:
The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
Benefits
We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company‑paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.
Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.
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