Consultant, Software Engineer - Tech Lead

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. This role will work a hybrid schedule coming into the Columbus, Ohio office (Wednesday & Thursday). This role is within Nationwide Financial Technology Annuity. ​ Desired skills: AI Tech lead/champion responsible for AI adoption across job groups APIs and Microservices App lead Expertise in AI tools - building agents for Mainframe and non-Mainframe systems Python Apigee, OAS, API design thinking AWS, Kubernetes Springboot web, batch CI/CD and Monitoring tools 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 on mentoring and leading others to deliver high quality, cost-effective technology solutions to business partners by crafting new software applications or modifying and/or supporting existing packaged or custom-built applications.

Key Responsibilities: Responsible for applying secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities. Mentors and trains other team members on design techniques, tools and coding standards.  Provides strategic advice on using technology to achieve goals.  Drives cross-collaboration and execution of projects across multiple teams.  Analyzes, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards and optimal practices.  Champions the use of DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques.  Ensures continuous learning and improvement through ongoing training, practice and innovation.  Manages individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables.  May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Reporting Relationships: Reports to a Technology Manager/Director.  Typical Skills and Experiences:

Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, mathematics or related field is strongly preferred.

Six years of experience in programming and systems analysis. Three years of experience in project management is preferred.  Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Hands-on technical leadership experience leading project teams and setting technical direction. Proficiency in one programming language such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript. Knowledge of software development lifecycle. Proven ability to tackle sophisticated 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: Normal office environment. 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