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Senior Associate, Software Application and API Developer (St. Charles, Illinois)
Senior Associate, Software Application and API Developer (St. Charles, Illinois)
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The Role
Design, develop, and deploy web applications and services using .NET technologies. Manage annuity administration systems and conduct unit testing and code reviews.
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Job Requisition ID: 93806
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per month
Location: 3755 East Main Street, Suite 100, St. Charles, Illinois 60174
Salary Range: $153,317.00 - $212,200.00/year
Duties: Design, analyze, develop, implement, and deploy web applications, new interfaces, and web services. Provide support for existing systems and deliver end-to-end solutions for complex projects. Develop and maintain the software framework and services using .NET and Microsoft technologies. Interact with business analysts and clients to understand business problems. Review project requirements and assess and estimate the necessary time-to-completion. Conduct peer code reviews and unit testing of new development. Document new development, procedures, or test plans as needed. Interact with other development teams to ensure a consistent approach to software development. Deploy all integration artifacts to a testing and production environment. Interact with application support team to ensure production processing runs smoothly.
Education & Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or related field (willing to accept foreign education equivalent) plus seven (7) years of experience as a Senior Associate, Software Application and API Developer or related occupation conducting annuity administration to develop products and business processes bridging business stakeholders and IT teams. Specific skills/other requirements - Experience must include (quantitative experience requirements not applicable to this section): Designing, developing, maintaining, and deploying web applications and services using .NET technologies, including experience with web services and microservices architecture; Conducting operations and administration of annuity administration systems, including configuration, maintenance, and support; Designing and implementing unit testing frameworks to ensure high code quality using VB.NET, ASP.NET, SQL Server, C#, JavaScript, XML, HTML, and CSS; Developing REST and SOAP-based APIs and microservices, documenting with Swagger, and testing using Postman and SOAP UI; Migrating and conducting conversion activities to consolidate annuity administration platforms, including data mapping, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation; and Building, maintaining, implementing, and optimizing actuarial models in a VB.NET environment using Excel and VBA. Hybrid - must live commutable distance to St. Charles, IL office and be in office 3 days a month. Eligible for Employee Referral Program. To apply, visit https://jobs.newyorklife.com/ and search job title.
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Pay Transparency
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: No
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities-inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you'll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what's next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.
Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.
Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities.
Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees' needs.
Job Requisition ID: 93806
#BI-Hybrid
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per month
Location: 3755 East Main Street, Suite 100, St. Charles, Illinois 60174
Salary Range: $153,317.00 - $212,200.00/year
Duties: Design, analyze, develop, implement, and deploy web applications, new interfaces, and web services. Provide support for existing systems and deliver end-to-end solutions for complex projects. Develop and maintain the software framework and services using .NET and Microsoft technologies. Interact with business analysts and clients to understand business problems. Review project requirements and assess and estimate the necessary time-to-completion. Conduct peer code reviews and unit testing of new development. Document new development, procedures, or test plans as needed. Interact with other development teams to ensure a consistent approach to software development. Deploy all integration artifacts to a testing and production environment. Interact with application support team to ensure production processing runs smoothly.
Education & Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or related field (willing to accept foreign education equivalent) plus seven (7) years of experience as a Senior Associate, Software Application and API Developer or related occupation conducting annuity administration to develop products and business processes bridging business stakeholders and IT teams. Specific skills/other requirements - Experience must include (quantitative experience requirements not applicable to this section): Designing, developing, maintaining, and deploying web applications and services using .NET technologies, including experience with web services and microservices architecture; Conducting operations and administration of annuity administration systems, including configuration, maintenance, and support; Designing and implementing unit testing frameworks to ensure high code quality using VB.NET, ASP.NET, SQL Server, C#, JavaScript, XML, HTML, and CSS; Developing REST and SOAP-based APIs and microservices, documenting with Swagger, and testing using Postman and SOAP UI; Migrating and conducting conversion activities to consolidate annuity administration platforms, including data mapping, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation; and Building, maintaining, implementing, and optimizing actuarial models in a VB.NET environment using Excel and VBA. Hybrid - must live commutable distance to St. Charles, IL office and be in office 3 days a month. Eligible for Employee Referral Program. To apply, visit https://jobs.newyorklife.com/ and search job title.
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Pay Transparency
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: No
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities-inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you'll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what's next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.
Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.
Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities.
Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees' needs.
Job Requisition ID: 93806
#BI-Hybrid
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Seven years of experience as a Software Application and API Developer
- Experience with web applications and services using .NET technologies
- Knowledge of microservices architecture
- Skills in unit testing frameworks and code quality
- Experience with REST and SOAP-based APIs
What the Team is Saying
Tyrone
Corporate Vice President, Employee Experience
Emma
Director, Tech, Data, AI, Ventures (TDAV)
Deepa
Chief Information Officer
Patricia
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Technology Services
Joel
Senior Vice President, Founder & Head of New York Life Ventures
Nishit
Corporate Vice President, AI & Data Architect
New York Life Insurance Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The package includes a 401(k) with company match alongside a defined‑benefit pension for many eligible roles, with contributions and the match vested from day one. That increasingly rare combination strengthens long‑term financial security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid New Parent leave was doubled to eight weeks for all parents, with birthing parents typically reaching up to about fourteen paid weeks when combined with short‑term disability. The offering also highlights fertility support, adoption assistance, and subsidized backup childcare.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are paired with spending accounts, life and disability insurance, and an EAP, with some plans including a company‑funded HRA and wellness incentives. Additional resources such as virtual care and digital physical therapy are noted.
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What We Do
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of integrity, mutuality, and financial strength fuels a future defined by bold transformation. As the largest mutual life insurance company in the U.S., we operate on behalf of our policy owners—not shareholders. That structure allows us to take a long-term view, investing in people, purpose, and innovation that endures. Guided by a clear enterprise vision to become a technology-, data-, and AI-powered company, we’re modernizing our platforms, rearchitecting experiences, and embedding intelligence across our products and services. Our mission has always been about helping people through life’s most meaningful moments. Today, technology is amplifying that mission—enabling us to serve clients, advisors, and communities in more personalized, proactive ways. With a diversified business portfolio spanning insurance, investments, retirement, group benefits, and direct-to-consumer offerings, New York Life delivers the stability of a Fortune 100 company with the agility of one that’s continuously evolving. We’re powered by a values-led culture, inclusive teams, and a shared belief that when our people thrive, so does our company. Here, tradition fuels momentum—and your ideas, energy, and growth power what’s next.
Why Work With Us
New York Life is transforming from the inside out—blending 180 years of trust with the velocity of innovation. What makes us different is our culture: grounded in integrity, humanity, and shared success—values that show up in how we work, lead, and grow. If you want a place where innovation has purpose—build what's next with us.
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