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Lead Software Engineer - Internal Developer Platform & Developer Experience

Wellmark, Inc. Des Moines, IA

Des Moines, IA

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Full time Application Security CI/CD Cloud Infrastructure

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Job Description

Lead the design and evolution of Wellmark’s internal developer platform and developer experience capabilities to support business and technology initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and evolution of complex software engineering solutions and internal developer platform capabilities for Wellmark’s business and technology initiatives.
Act as a technical leader across internal developer platform, developer experience, software catalogs, platform integrations, self-service, and engineering enablement.
Ensure engineering solutions align with business expectations, Wellmark standards, architecture principles, and security requirements.
Consult with Wellmark leaders on platform capabilities, engineering delivery challenges, process improvements, and technology enhancements.
Provide technical direction for internal developer platform initiatives, including software catalogs, platform integrations, self-service experiences, and continuous improvement of developer workflows.
Lead highly complex program design, analysis, and development of workflows using emerging technology to meet and exceed evolving business needs.
Serve as a subject matter expert for internal developer platforms, developer experience, software catalogs, platform integrations, self-service capabilities, and related engineering practices.
Deliver innovative, secure, scalable, and cost-effective capabilities used across multiple applications, systems, and engineering teams.
Provide technical leadership, training, and guidance for gathering information, conducting root cause analysis, defining problems, formulating solutions, verifying outcomes, and continuously optimizing solutions.
Mentor and collaborate with other technology areas to design, develop, and implement solutions, including adoption of new or enhanced applications.
Partner with application engineering, cloud, security, architecture, operations, quality engineering, and other technology teams to integrate platform capabilities, products, and processes.
Act as a primary consultant on platform strategy, engineering capabilities, delivery challenges, process improvements, and technology enhancements.
Lead and participate in platform roadmap development, capability assessments, project proposals, estimates, and proof-of-concept activities as needed.
Maintain awareness of industry best practices and participate in relevant industry and knowledge-sharing groups.
Provide direction for enterprise standards, conduct code reviews, and monitor adherence to standards.
Lead the design, development, integration, adoption, and ongoing maturity of internal developer platform capabilities, including the developer portal and software catalog.
Connect source control, cloud platforms, CI/CD systems, application portfolio information, documentation, security, and other engineering systems to deliver a unified developer experience with clear metadata, ownership, and system relationships.
Develop health checks, scorecards, campaigns, templates, reference implementations, documentation, automation, and self-service capabilities to improve visibility, reduce developer friction, and support adoption of Wellmark standards.
Apply a product mindset by gathering developer feedback, understanding developer journeys, prioritizing capabilities, contributing to the platform roadmap, and defining measures for platform health, adoption, reliability, effectiveness, and developer experience outcomes.
Operate, support, monitor, and continuously improve internal developer platform capabilities.
Collaborate with Architecture, Security, Cloud, CI/CD, application engineering, and other Technology teams to evaluate tradeoffs, recommend platform improvements, and promote reliable service and shared team ownership.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, MIS, or related field of study and at least five years of software engineering experience, or nine years of related and applicable experience.
Strong analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated experience in software development lifecycle methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and coach/mentor team members.
Big picture thinker who can translate WaaS strategy to company strategy.
Strong ability to perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions using data.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate with stakeholders.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Continuous learning mindset and awareness of industry trends.
Ability to collaborate and work within a diverse development team model.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-team technical initiatives.
Demonstrated experience designing, building, integrating, or supporting platform capabilities used by multiple engineering teams.

Technologies

AWS services
APIs and SDKs
Infrastructure as code
Source control
Cloud platforms
CI/CD systems
Security tooling
Observability solutions
Service management systems
Enterprise data sources
Documentation
Monitoring
Templates
Automation

Preferred

Experience working within Agile product delivery or software engineering environments.
Experience building or supporting internal developer platforms, developer portals, and self-service engineering capabilities.
Experience developing internal developer platform integrations, automation, and self-service capabilities using AWS services, APIs, SDKs, and infrastructure as code.
Experience integrating internal developer platforms with source control, cloud platforms, CI/CD systems, security tooling, documentation, observability solutions, service management systems, and enterprise data sources.
Experience designing software catalogs, scorecards, health checks, or similar platform capabilities.
Experience developing self-service workflows, templates, automation, documentation, and onboarding capabilities that improve developer productivity and platform adoption.
Experience identifying developer friction and driving measurable improvements across developer journeys, tools, processes, platforms, and teams.
Experience using platform health, adoption, usage, reliability, or developer productivity measures to identify opportunities and evaluate outcomes.
Experience operating and continuously improving an internal engineering platform, including monitoring, troubleshooting, documentation, and service ownership.
Experience applying product management principles to internal engineering platforms, including gathering developer feedback, prioritizing capabilities, and measuring platform adoption, effectiveness, and alignment with engineering standards.

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5d ago

Software Engineer

The Waldinger Corp. Des Moines, IA

Des Moines, IA

5d ago

Full time Data Integration Data Processing Engineering

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Job Description

The Waldinger Corporation is seeking a Software Engineer to help design, build, and improve software that supports day-to-day business operations. This onsite role in Des Moines, IA combines hands-on development with practical ownership of how systems integrate and communicate.

The work spans the full development lifecycle, from implementing features and data solutions to validating changes through QA and end-user testing. You will also help shape the company’s technology approach as new integrations and vendor solutions come into view.

What you’ll do

Design and develop applications that address real needs for business users using provided documentation and requirements.
Deliver high-quality software, data solutions, and development projects that keep operations moving.
Build and maintain integrations with third-party platforms, and support evaluation of new vendor solutions as the tech stack grows.
Run QA testing, coordinate end-user testing, and verify functionality before release.
Provide time estimates for projects and keep your supervisor informed on progress.
Maintain clear records of needs, issues, and solutions so the broader team can benefit from your work.

What you bring

1+ years of related experience.
A Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
No travel required.

Benefits

Continuing education support and tuition reimbursement.
401(k) with company match and profit-sharing.
Generous paid time off, including holidays and vacation.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Health club reimbursement plus a wellness lifestyle spending account.
Term, AD&D, and dependent life insurance.
Prepaid legal services.

For candidates seeking a role with clear development impact and continuing education support, The Waldinger Corporation offers benefits designed to support long-term growth and everyday wellbeing.

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5d ago

Software Engineer 3

Wellabe Services Co Des Moines, IA

Des Moines, IA

5d ago

Full time .NET .NET Core Angular

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Job Description

Wellabe Services Co seeks a Software Engineer 3 to build and evolve complex software solutions across the development lifecycle while providing technical leadership.

Responsibilities

Design and implement cost-effective enhancements for existing or new complex software applications, services, and processes by analyzing business and technical requirements.
Investigate problem areas and deliver effective solutions aligned to department standards.
Support the software development lifecycle through performance monitoring and review.
Perform coding, testing, debugging, documentation, and lead code reviews.
Implement complex software applications and manage change management processes per department standards.
Contribute to DevOps practices via complex designs, prototypes, automation initiatives, and development methodologies.
Develop and implement test plans, deployment strategies, and program specifications.
Collaborate with product owners, software engineers, system engineers, architects, and testers to analyze business requirements.
Work to reduce technical debt and improve operational efficiency, system reliability, and business outcomes.
Help develop and evolve application and system architecture while aligning solutions to enterprise standards, security requirements, and long-term objectives.
Use test environments, automated testing tools, and test cases to prototype, validate, and improve software solutions.
Improve delivery efficiency by providing input on coding standards, development practices, tools, automation opportunities, and emerging technologies, including AI-assisted development capabilities.
Evaluate and implement modern engineering technologies, frameworks, and AI-enabled development practices to improve productivity, quality, and maintainability.
Document programs, processes, procedures, technical designs, and implementation details according to department standards.
Lead, train, mentor, and support software engineers by delegating responsibilities and providing technical guidance and coaching.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship for AI-enabled software solutions, including retrieval-based knowledge access, intelligent automation, agentic architecture patterns, and secure development practices.

Requirements

5+ years of related progressive experience in development and systems analysis.
Experience with at least 1 to 3 coding languages; C# and SQL preferred.
Experience in project management.
Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles, practices, methodologies, and programming languages including C#, .NET/.NET Core, SQL, LINQ, and Blazor.
Optional: Python and JavaScript / Angular experience.
Advanced knowledge of system design, software architecture, application integration patterns, and development tools.
Advanced knowledge of cloud technologies and data processing concepts, policies, practices, terminology, and procedures.
For web development team: ASP.NET, WCF, RESTful / Web API, MAUI/Xamarin, WPF, MVVM, Windows desktop, mobile and browser-based application development, web services support.
For web development team: Microsoft DevOps, Agile Development, iOS deployment process, GitHub, Android Development, Cloud Development, Containerized Deployment, and Data Analytics and/or AI.
For policy administration development team: .NET, COBOL, Microsoft DevOps, Git, and GitHub Copilot and/or Microsoft 365 Copilot (or equivalent).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify complex issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions.
Ability to lead technical initiatives, manage projects, facilitate cross-team collaboration, and influence technical direction.

Strong Preference

Working knowledge of AI application architecture, including large language models, vector databases, semantic search, prompt engineering, and agent-to-agent communication patterns.
Ability to evaluate AI technologies and recommend appropriate architectures, frameworks, implementation patterns, and governance considerations based on business and technical requirements.
Experience designing and implementing Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions, including knowledge retrieval, vector search, grounding strategies, and prompt orchestration.
Experience architecting, developing, and supporting Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and integrations to enable AI agents to securely access enterprise systems and data sources.
Experience designing, configuring, and optimizing agentic workflows using platforms such as Azure AI Foundry and Microsoft Copilot Studio (or similar AI orchestration and agent development tools).
Experience leveraging AI-assisted development methodologies and toolchains to accelerate software delivery, including code generation, testing, documentation, debugging, and solution design.

Technologies

C#, .NET, .NET Core, SQL, LINQ, Blazor
Python, JavaScript, Angular
ASP.NET, WCF, RESTful Web API
MAUI/Xamarin, WPF, MVVM
Microsoft DevOps, Agile Development
Git, GitHub, GitHub Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot
iOS Development, Android Development, Cloud Development, Containerized Deployment
Data Analytics, AI
COBOL
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), vector databases, semantic search, prompt engineering
Agent-to-agent communication patterns, Model Context Protocol (MCP)
Azure AI Foundry, Microsoft Copilot Studio
AI-assisted development capabilities, large language models, vector search, grounding strategies, prompt orchestration

Benefits

Hybrid availability
401(k) with company match
Health insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Volunteer time off
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
Paternity leave

Growth Opportunities

LinkedIn Learning Premium access
CliftonStrengths® assessment and coaching
On-site and virtual workshops and cohorts featuring content from FranklinCovey, Crucial Learning, Gallup, and more
Free world-class insurance acumen courses through AHIP and LOMA
Reimbursement and bonus opportunities for professional designations and certifications, including a tuition reimbursement program
Opportunities to take part in Wellabe's mentorship programs

Location: Des Moines, IA (hybrid)

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or related field (or combination of education and experience not fully shown in source)

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2mo ago

Lead Software Engineer - Tech Incubation Team

Wellmark, Inc. Des Moines, IA

Des Moines, IA

2mo ago Closed

Full time Backend Developer Engineering Information Technology (IT)

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 22, 2026).

Job Description

Lead software engineer responsible for system design and hands-on development of technology incubation initiatives, turning ambiguous ideas into prototypes and MVPs, and delivering AI enabled capabilities; mentors engineers and partners with product, design, architecture, security, and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Steer system design and hands-on development for Wellmark's Technology Incubation initiatives, transforming ambiguous ideas into working prototypes and MVPs with speed.
Act as a builder and technical catalyst, rapidly experimenting, iterating, and delivering proof of value that explores new capabilities, including agentic and AI enabled development, to unlock future business outcomes.
Collaborate closely with product, design, architecture, security, and business stakeholders to shape concepts, validate assumptions, and translate opportunities into scalable paths forward.
Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor to other engineers, establishing lightweight patterns and guardrails that balance quality and security while enabling fast, learn fast delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field and at least 5 years of development experience (examples include Angular, NodeJS, Python, C++, .NET, SQL) OR 9 years of related and applicable experience.
Strong analytical problem solving skills with high accuracy and attention to detail; proven ability to troubleshoot and craft creative technical solutions and provide innovative responses to complex issues.
Experience with software development lifecycle methodologies.
Ability to communicate with and coach team members, maintain a positive attitude, stay calm under pressure, be approachable, respectful, and take responsibility for outcomes.
Big picture thinker able to translate the Wellmark as a Service WaaS strategy into design and development decisions.
Strong capability to gather information, perform root cause analysis, define problems, formulate solutions, verify results, and optimize using data to support recommendations.
Skilled at building relationships to gain broad support, with the ability to tailor communications to different audiences and share key information promptly.
Thrives in a fast paced environment with evolving priorities; excellent organizational and time management skills, capable of meeting deadlines with minimal direction while preserving data integrity.
Curiosity and willingness to learn, maintaining a continuous learning mindset and staying current on industry trends.
Collaborative team player who earns trust and respect from peers, leadership, and stakeholders; open to coaching feedback and continuous improvement.
Experience leading and contributing within a diverse development team model, including global staffing and crowd sourcing scenarios.

Technologies

Node.js, TypeScript, AWS, Azure

Additional Information

Lead system development and engineering for highly complex programs; coordinate coding, testing, and debugging of intricate workflows that leverage emerging technology and meet evolving business needs.
Serve as a subject matter expert in implementing innovative and cost effective solutions across multiple applications and systems, aligned with current information technology trends.
Provide leadership, training, and guidance on information gathering, root cause analysis, problem formulation, solution implementation, verification, and ongoing optimization; assess defects to identify root causes and improvement opportunities.
Mentor and collaborate with other technology areas to develop and deploy solutions, including adoption of new or enhanced software applications.
Coordinate with company resources to achieve integration of products and processes; deliver timely results and strong customer service.
Maintain relationships with Wellmark leaders and act as a primary consultant on business status, issues, process improvements, and technology enhancements or capabilities.
Participate in project proposals, estimates, and proof-of-concept activities as needed.
Stay aware of industry best practices and standards; contribute to enterprise standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.

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