At Globe Life, we are committed to empowering our employees with the support and opportunities they need to succeed at every stage of their career. We take pride in fostering a caring and innovative culture that enables us to collectively grow and overcome challenges in a connected, collaborative, and mutually respectful environment that calls us to help Make Tomorrow Better.
Role Overview:
Could you be our next OIPA Configurator III? Globe Life is looking for an OIPA Configurator III to join the team!
This role is responsible for configuring and maintaining the Oracle Insurance Policy Administration (OIPA) system in support of life and accident insurance products. The position partners with business and technical stakeholders to evaluate complex requirements and deliver OIPA configuration solutions across new implementations, enhancements, and production support. It directs the application of configuration principles, guides the development of new policies and best practices, and advises others on complex matters while leading configurators during key project phases.
This is a hybrid position located in McKinney, TX. (WFH Monday & Friday, In Office Tuesday–Thursday).
What You Will Do:
- Review and interpret architectural and technical design documents to independently develop complex OIPA transactions and processes, applying best practice configuration techniques with full autonomy and extensive latitude for judgment.
- Evaluate specifications for complex business requirements and processes (new, enhancements, and maintenance) and develop technical solutions and supporting documentation using advanced, wide-ranging OIPA expertise.
- Develop AsFile, Real-time, and Push integration services; research and evaluate system capabilities for integrating product, service, and technical solutions to enable business partners.
- Perform functional gap analysis, review and contribute to design documentation, and participate in design reviews, exercising independent judgment in selecting and adapting complex configuration techniques.
- Design logical queries to facilitate calculations, reporting, and complex formulas using entity-based logical modeling and data throughput optimization.
- Develop Technical Design Documents and prepare complex design diagrams, directing the application of existing principles and guiding the development of new configuration policies and standards.
- Lead other configurators during select phases of projects and production support, providing tactical guidance and being accountable through the team for delivery of business targets.
- Perform code reviews and work with peers across disciplines to identify standardization opportunities, adapting style and using persuasion to deliver messages aligned to wider business objectives.
- Train and mentor other team members, frequently advising on complex configuration matters to build team capability and consistency.
- Research, identify, and correct defects, ensuring defects attributed to assigned tasks do not exceed 15% of the original work completed.
What You Can Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field — or equivalent experience.
- Bachelor's degree with at least 8 years of OIPA configuration experience; or a Master's with 6 years; or a PhD with 3 years — subject to department review.
- A minimum of 8,000 hours (~4 years) of hands-on OIPA configuration experience on life or health insurance products using OIPA V10 or V11.
- Strong knowledge of life and health insurance products across individual, group, and worksite markets, including core business functions such as underwriting, policy issue, billing, payment processing, claims, nonforfeiture, lapse, disbursements, state reporting, and policy servicing.
- LOMA certification preferred.
- Advanced XSLT and OIPA configuration expertise, including deep knowledge of OIPA database schema, relational objects, entity-based logical modeling, data throughput optimization, and REST services.
- Knowledge of OIPA interface configuration and Oracle SOA/BPM across cross-disciplinary technical relationships — Oracle SOA/BPM experience is a plus.
- Ability to independently define methods on new assignments and contribute to configuration policies and best practices.
- Effective collaborator across teams; aligns business intent with system behavior.
- Comfortable in Agile environments; provides accurate estimates, meets deadlines, maintains project artifacts, and proactively communicates risks to project and program management.
Applicable To All Employees of Globe Life Family of Companies:
Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift.
Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications.
How Globe Life Will Support You:
Looking to continue your career in an environment that values your contribution and invests in your growth? We've curated a benefits package that helps to ensure that you don’t just work, but thrive at Globe Life:
Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans because your well-being is fundamental to your performance.
Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans, including company-matched 401k and pension plan.
Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance.
Parental leave to help our employees welcome their new additions.
Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions to support your fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep goals.
Company-paid counseling for assistance with mental health, stress management, and work-life balance.
Continued education reimbursement eligibility and company-paid FLMI and ICA courses to grow your career.
Discounted Texas Rangers tickets for a proud visit to Globe Life Field.
Opportunity awaits! Invest in your professional legacy, realize your path, and see the direct impact you can make in a workplace that celebrates and harnesses your unique talents and perspectives to their fullest potential. At Globe Life, your voice matters.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience
- Bachelor's with at least 8 years OIPA configuration experience; Master's with 6 years; PhD with 3 years (subject to review)
- Minimum of 8,000 hours (~4 years) hands-on OIPA configuration experience on life or health insurance products using OIPA V10 or V11
- Strong knowledge of life and health insurance products and core functions (underwriting, policy issue, billing, claims, nonforfeiture, lapse, disbursements, state reporting, policy servicing)
- Advanced XSLT and OIPA configuration expertise, including deep knowledge of OIPA database schema, relational objects, and data throughput optimization
- Experience designing and developing integrations and services (AsFile, Real-time, Push) and REST services
- Knowledge of OIPA interface configuration
- Oracle SOA/BPM experience
- LOMA certification
- Comfortable working in Agile environments, providing estimates, meeting deadlines, and communicating risks
Globe Life Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A company‑matched 401(k) plus a defined‑benefit pension are explicitly offered to eligible W‑2 employees. This combination provides long‑term retirement security beyond a standard match-only package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity leave (up to 6 weeks) and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks) are included for eligible employees. These policies complement broader time‑off programs to support family needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided alongside employer life insurance and short/long‑term disability. Wellness access such as gym/Wellhub is also included.
Globe Life Insights
What We Do
Globe Life is an insurance company with a mission centered on protecting the financial futures of working families. The company has operated for over a century, built on a foundation of discipline, ethics, and long-term thinking. Employees at Globe Life don't simply work in insurance. They help safeguard futures, show up in meaningful moments for real people, and contribute to something larger than a paycheck. The company's guiding statement, "We Make Tomorrow Better for Families and for the People Who Help Protect Them," reflects both its public mission and its commitment to the people who carry that mission forward every day.
Why Work With Us
Globe Life protects real families' financial futures, giving everyday work deeper meaning. Rooted in 100+ years of stability, ethics, and integrity, it's a place where employees grow with confidence. The culture values clarity, respect, and accountability, with real mobility, visible advancement, and intentional leadership development.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Work arrangements at Globe Life vary by role — onsite, remote, or hybrid (home Mon/Fri, office Tue–Thu). Every setup is matched to the job and team. Regardless of location, professionalism, collaboration, and accountability are always expected.
