Senior Full Stack Software Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Guarantee Trust Life Insurance Company (GTL) is currently seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Developer to join our team!

Since 1936, GTL has offered cutting-edge insurance solutions and personalized service for our policyholders and distributors, while supporting personal growth and civic involvement from our employees. We’re seeking candidates who are looking for meaningful work, who want to invest in their growth, and contribute to a company built on timeless virtues and best business practices.

This position is required to work on-site in our Chicagoland (Glenview, IL) office most days. Everyone receives 3 flexible remote days per month. And, we offer half-day Fridays – every Friday!

If you have the hands-on experience described below, this is an awesome time to join Guarantee Trust Life. We are investing in AI and new technologies as we modernize platforms and enhance the way we interact with our customers. This role will be at the forefront of that change, and you’ll help shape the vision of our future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software application solutions tailored to insurance operations, including policy administration, claims processing, explanation of benefits, underwriting, and compliance.
• Build and optimize applications and software solutions to support insurance business processes.
• Improve and maintain our core insurance platforms and proprietary systems using APIs and web services.
• Ensure secure and compliant handling of sensitive insurance documents and data.
• Provide ongoing support, troubleshooting, and enhancements for existing software applications.
• Maintain technical documentation and participate in system upgrades and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with other technology colleagues to understand application needs and devise possible solutions.
• Lead cross-training with colleagues on application enhancements and new solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in software development.
• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or similar, or equivalent experience.
• Professional working experience with software application solutions.
• Demonstrated solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles, with a track record of developing high-quality, maintainable code.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, while exhibiting high enthusiasm to tackle complex challenges in application development and deployment.
• Strong software engineering foundation with a commitment to delivering high-quality, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Proven ability to stay up-to-date with state-of-the-art techniques through continuous research and application.
• Strong ability to adapt quickly to evolving project scopes.
• Passionate about creating intuitive technology solutions and a continuous desire to learn and take on new challenges.
• Proficiency in .NET (C# or VB.NET), SQL, SQL Server, and web technologies (HTML, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with insurance operations and terminology (e.g., policy lifecycle, claims, underwriting).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Extensive understanding of databases (SQL).
• Experience with version control systems (TFS,Git/GitHub).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Visual Studio.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lifepro(EXL) Application Knowledge.
• Experience integrating with insurance systems like LifePro and/or Salesforce.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Web/Mobile Development skills.
• Insurance industry knowledge.

The pay range for this role is $105,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

The pay range provided is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects potential pay for the job grade for this role at the time of this posting. Compensation will depend on several factors such as specific competencies, relevant education and experience, qualifications, and industry certifications. Compensation ranges are subject to change and may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Provided eligibility requirements are met employees will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Life Insurance (full premium paid by employer)
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, sick time and Flex Fridays 
• 401(k), 401(k) Match and Profit-Sharing Retirement Plan

We invite you to learn more about Guarantee Trust Life by visiting our website: www.gtlic.com

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