Specialist, Software Engineer (IT Application Development - Test Automation)

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. The Investments Business Solution Area supports the technology needs of Nationwide Investments and Nationwide Asset Management. Nationwide Investments manages the invested assets of Nationwide supporting property and casualty and financial services companies. Additionally, Nationwide Investments sub-advises certain fixed income mutual funds and third-party accounts. Assets under management are in excess of $100 Billion.   Technology required to support this critical function are investment industry specific and driven by asset class. There is a high dependence on vendor platforms that are geared toward the accelerated pace of change in financial markets, and the application portfolio additionally includes many data driven utilities, batch components, and custom web applications the successful candidate will be able (and expected to) help enhance and support by assignment to any one of several agile development lines.   The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes: * Proven ability to work in a team environment * Solid communication and people interaction skills * Flexible approach with a positive attitude and growth mindset * Strong Intellectual curiosity and self-starting approach * Interest extending beyond front-end / web development, including core processing systems (both custom developed and vendor purchased), batch/data interaction models. * Experience developing software via Agile software development methodologies * Proven ability and passion for sharing knowledge effectively (technical mentorship and knowledge management) * Interest in developing business acumen in the Financial Services / Investment Management domain   Technical Skills: ETL, SQL, Oracle, Ruby, and data analysis skills are required.

Java, Eagle Investment Systems experience, Informatica, AWS, and Tosca.   While this position can be performed remotely within the United States, preference will be given to candidates who can work from Nationwide’s Columbus, OH office, with the option for a hybrid work arrangement. #LI-TN1 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, 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. May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Reporting Relationships: Reports to