{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"27d6fd9d7bf77d11f5653731","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/27d6fd9d7bf77d11f5653731","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/27d6fd9d7bf77d11f5653731","title":"Sr Java Back End Developer","description":"Job Description:\nProviding 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.\n\nAs a Senior Java Backend Developer at Pacific Life, you will assist in the development of backend services, APIs, and microservices essential to our Workforce Benefits Division’s digital infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of Java, a strong knowledge of the insurance domain, and proficiency in tools such as Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable. You’ll be responsible for designing robust backend solutions, optimizing processes, and supporting a configuration-driven environment to enhance our administration system’s functionality, performance, and scalability. A strong foundation in microservices and API development will empower you to build reliable, secure integrations and support system interoperability across multiple platforms.\n\nWe are actively seeking a skilled Senior Java Backend Developer to join our Workforce Benefits Division team in Newport Beach, CA.\n\nHow you’ll help move us forward:\nBackend Development: Aid in the design, development, and optimization of Java-based backend services within the insurance platform, supporting our configuration-focused environment.\nSystem Integration: Collaborate with frontend developers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across all systems.\nTechnical Leadership: Provide mentorship to junior developers, instilling best practices for secure, scalable applications.\nMicroservices & API Development: Design and implement microservices and RESTful APIs to support secure, efficient integrations.\nPerformance Optimization: Monitor and address performance bottlenecks, ensuring optimal system response times and scalability.\nProblem Solving: Lead troubleshooting efforts and drive continuous improvements in backend development processes.\n\nInsurance-Specific Responsibilities\nMember, Policy, and Product Domain Logic: Build and enhance services related to member enrollment, policy administration, plan configuration, and product rules within a group benefits context.\nPolicy Lifecycle Support: Implement functionality supporting policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, terminations, and reinstatements.\nConfiguration-Driven Logic: Work with configurable platforms to interpret and apply benefit rules, premium calculations, and eligibility validations.\nBilling and Claims Readiness: Contribute to backend readiness for billing schedules, invoice generation, and downstream claim enablement based on policy and product configuration.\nGroup Insurance Alignment: Align development with the unique requirements of group insurance products, including multi-coverage, multi-tier, and employer-level constructs.\n\nThe experience you bring:\nEducation: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.\nExperience: 6+ years in Java-focused backend development, with strong knowledge of API and RESTful services.\nVersion Control: Proficient in Git for version control.\nTools Knowledge: Experience with Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable is preferred.\nIndustry Background: Knowledge of insurance is preferred.\n\nYou can be who you are.\nWe 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\n\n#LI-KP1\n\nBase Pay Range:\nThe 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.\n$124,830.00 - $152,570.00\n\nYour Benefits Start Day 1\n\nYour 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.\n\nPrioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents\n\nGenerous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off\n\nPaid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program\n\nCompetitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation\n\nYou Can Be Who You Are\n\nWe 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.\n\nWhat’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife\n\nEEO Statement:\nPacific 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. 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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.\n\nAs a Senior Java Backend Developer at Pacific Life, you will assist in the development of backend services, APIs, and microservices essential to our Workforce Benefits Division’s digital infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of Java, a strong knowledge of the insurance domain, and proficiency in tools such as Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable. 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A strong foundation in microservices and API development will empower you to build reliable, secure integrations and support system interoperability across multiple platforms.\n\nWe are actively seeking a skilled Senior Java Backend Developer to join our Workforce Benefits Division team in Newport Beach, CA.\n\nHow you’ll help move us forward:\nBackend Development: Aid in the design, development, and optimization of Java-based backend services within the insurance platform, supporting our configuration-focused environment.\nSystem Integration: Collaborate with frontend developers, UX/UI designers, and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration across all systems.\nTechnical Leadership: Provide mentorship to junior developers, instilling best practices for secure, scalable applications.\nMicroservices & API Development: Design and implement microservices and RESTful APIs to support secure, efficient integrations.\nPerformance Optimization: Monitor and address performance bottlenecks, ensuring optimal system response times and scalability.\nProblem Solving: Lead troubleshooting efforts and drive continuous improvements in backend development processes.\n\nInsurance-Specific Responsibilities\nMember, Policy, and Product Domain Logic: Build and enhance services related to member enrollment, policy administration, plan configuration, and product rules within a group benefits context.\nPolicy Lifecycle Support: Implement functionality supporting policy issuance, endorsements, renewals, terminations, and reinstatements.\nConfiguration-Driven Logic: Work with configurable platforms to interpret and apply benefit rules, premium calculations, and eligibility validations.\nBilling and Claims Readiness: Contribute to backend readiness for billing schedules, invoice generation, and downstream claim enablement based on policy and product configuration.\nGroup Insurance Alignment: Align development with the unique requirements of group insurance products, including multi-coverage, multi-tier, and employer-level constructs.\n\nThe experience you bring:\nEducation: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.\nExperience: 6+ years in Java-focused backend development, with strong knowledge of API and RESTful services.\nVersion Control: Proficient in Git for version control.\nTools Knowledge: Experience with Kraken, OpenL, and Flowable is preferred.\nIndustry Background: Knowledge of insurance is preferred.\n\nYou can be who you are.\nWe 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\n\n#LI-KP1\n\nBase Pay Range:\nThe 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.\n$124,830.00 - $152,570.00\n\nYour Benefits Start Day 1\n\nYour wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. 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