Senior Data Engineer

Posted Yesterday
19146, Philadelphia, PA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Insurance
The Role
Leads the design and maintenance of automated data systems for insurance commission processing, accounts payable, payroll reconciliation, and agency payments. Builds ingestion, validation, normalization, reconciliation, mapping, encryption, and self-service tools. Manages agent and agency master data and cloud-hosted infrastructure with backup and recovery capabilities. Improves financial operations by replacing manual spreadsheet workflows with secure, scalable, auditable pipelines.
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Our Company

Explore how you can contribute at AmeriLife.

For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

Leads the design, development, and maintenance of internal data systems that automate the accounting department's commission processing, accounts payable, and payroll reconciliation workflows. Transforms manual, spreadsheet-driven operations into reliable digital pipelines — improving data accuracy, reducing turnaround time, and establishing scalable infrastructure for the organization's financial operations.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain automated systems for ingesting, validating, and processing carrier commission statements across multiple carriers and formats
  • Build and manage tools for generating, formatting, and encrypting agency payment files for distribution
  • Develop reconciliation systems that compare commission, payroll, and agency payment data to flag discrepancies before payment
  • Create and maintain configurable data mappings between carrier formats and internal standards
  • Manage agent and agency master data including NPN records, carrier IDs, and organizational hierarchies
  • Build secure, role-based tools for agent self-service access to compensation data
  • Architect and maintain cloud-hosted data infrastructure with automated backup, archival, and recovery
  • Identify operational bottlenecks and implement systematic, automated solutions

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in data engineering and automation (Python, SQL, Excel)
  • Web application development and cloud infrastructure management (GCP)
  • Deep knowledge of insurance commission structures, AP workflows, and payroll reconciliation
  • Experience designing systems for large, multi-source financial datasets requiring normalization, validation, and audit compliance

What AmeriLife Offers

A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, disability insurance, and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.


Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

We are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected].


Pay Transparency Statement

We are committed to pay transparency and equity, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and market factors. Where required by law, the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information, such as benefits, bonuses, and commissions, will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant, as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.


Background Screening Statement

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include employment verification, education verification, criminal history check, and other job-related inquiries, as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results, applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.


Skills Required

  • Proficiency in data engineering and automation using Python, SQL, and Excel
  • Web application development experience
  • Cloud infrastructure management experience with GCP
  • Deep knowledge of insurance commission structures, accounts payable workflows, and payroll reconciliation
  • Experience designing systems for large, multi-source financial datasets requiring normalization, validation, and audit compliance

AmeriLife Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AmeriLife and has not been reviewed or approved by AmeriLife.

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Incentive structures offer uncapped commission and performance bonuses that can scale earnings for high producers. Compensation can be attractive for roles that consistently generate sales.
  • Healthcare Strength Corporate roles include major medical, dental, and vision coverage, with recent additions such as expanded mental‑health sessions. Coverage is positioned as competitive and is viewed positively in several instances.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time‑off programs include generous PTO, paid maternity benefits, and dedicated volunteer time off. Wellness resources are highlighted alongside leave options for eligible roles.

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The Company
HQ: Clearwater, FL
1,001 Employees
Year Founded: 1971

What We Do

Based in Clearwater, Fla., AmeriLife is a national leader in developing, marketing and distributing annuity, life and health insurance solutions to protect the health and retirement needs of consumers. For nearly 50 years, AmeriLife has partnered with the nation’s leading insurance carriers to provide value and quality to customers served through a national distribution network of over 150,000 insurance agents and advisors, nearly 30 marketing organizations, and 50 insurance agency locations.

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