Job Description:
Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.
We’re actively seeking a talented Sr Software Engineer to join our Compliance and Legal Technology team in Newport Beach, CA.
Pacific Life is on a mission to innovate and drive our business forward through impactful corporate software projects. We are seeking a talented and passionate Software Engineer who is not only a strong technologist, but also a trusted leader and collaborator. If you thrive in an Agile/Scrum environment, enjoy mentoring others, and are motivated to help teams perform at their best, we want to hear from you.
Your Role:
As a Sr Software Engineer, you will:
- Support, develop, and manage enterprise-grade applications within an Agile/Scrum framework.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers across projects, serving as a go-to resource for design decisions and best practices.
- Lead the design and implementation of data integration services, data quality frameworks, and data mapping strategies.
- Serve as a technical advisor on data architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance standards, and long-term scalability.
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver robust data pipelines and integrations that support mission-critical business applications.
- Act as a team lead on initiatives, helping prioritize work, remove blockers, and ensure successful delivery.
How You Will Make an Impact:
- Define and document complex system-to-system data integrations and transformation logic.
- Lead resolution of high-priority production issues, setting standards for troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and post-incident learning.
- Mentor and coach engineers, supporting their technical growth and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Drive the development of scalable data integration solutions using API/CSV/JSON/XML sources.
- Apply deep domain expertise in regulatory, compliance, and customer data to ensure application reliability, data integrity, and alignment with legal and operational requirements.
- Influence technical direction and team practices, contributing to architectural decisions and long-term roadmap planning.
- Champion emerging data technologies and foster a culture of learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing.
- Produce high-quality technical documentation and model strong engineering discipline and ownership.
Experience You Will Bring:
- 8+ years of software development experience with demonstrated leadership on complex technical initiatives.
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, cloud integration tools, and version control systems.
- Proven ability to work independently while guiding teams through complex problem-solving and decision-making.
- Experience facilitating cross-team collaboration and leading or co-leading Agile ceremonies.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across teams.
- Experience coordinating small to mid-sized initiatives, including task planning, prioritization, and delivery accountability.
- Expertise in multiple development methodologies including Agile SCRUM, Kanban, and Waterfall.
- Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and fit-for-purpose documentation.
- Proficiency in .NET and reporting tools such as Power BI.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
- A strategic mindset with a strong work ethic and a desire to step into broader leadership responsibilities, including people leadership.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to executive and non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing talent within engineering teams.
- Experience serving as a team lead with past direct-report responsibilities.
- Familiarity with AI technologies and their application in enterprise environments.
- Experience with MuleSoft or similar integration platforms.
- Strong understanding of compliance and legal processes, with experience implementing and maintaining compliance-related technologies.
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Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$137,610.00 - $168,190.00Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.
Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
You Can Be Who You Are
We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.
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Pacific Life Newport Beach, California, USA Office
700 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA, United States, 92660
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