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Purpose:
Athene Actuarial IT is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to build and maintain data‑driven applications that support critical actuarial and technology initiatives. This role focuses on delivering scalable, reliable technical solutions using AWS and Python in a collaborative Agile environment. The Senior Software Engineer works closely with Business Systems Analysts, Quality Assurance, and Product Owners to translate actuarial and business requirements into high‑quality technical solutions. The role also partners across Athene with teams such as Enterprise Data Management, Cloud Operations, and Change Management to ensure solutions are well‑integrated and aligned with enterprise standards. This position requires ownership of deliverables, active participation in Agile ceremonies, and a commitment to building maintainable, secure, and performant data applications that support Athene’s actuarial mission.Accountabilities:
Application & Data Development
Design, develop, test, and deploy ETL applications and data pipelines using Python, AWS.
Build processes to support reporting, analytics, and operational workflows for Actuarial and Finance Teams.
Ensure code quality, performance optimization, and adherence to development standards at Athene.
Actively learns and adopts new initiatives, including AI‑driven development practices
Cloud & Infrastructure Integration
Deploy and manage applications in AWS environments.
Leverage AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lamda, Glue, Fargate and Athena for scalable data storage and processing.
SDLC Participation
Participate in requirements gathering and steer technical design discussions.
Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and estimation activities.
Perform unit testing, integration testing, UAT and production deployment activities.
Participate in code reviews, SDLC cycle, Incident, Release and Change Management.
Ensure proper documentation throughout development and release cycles.
Production Support & Business Operations
Provide support and engage in BAU processes, including critical deliverables such as quarterly close processes.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner, when required.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
Work effectively with onsite and offshore teams to ensure alignment and delivery consistency.
Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Act as a key contributor to overall delivery outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of developer experience in a professional/corporate environment.
Proficiency in Python, and AWS Services
Hands-on experience with AWS AI services like BedRock
Knowledge of LLMs, embeddings, prompt engineering, and tool use.
Proven ability to prototype, iterate, and scale AI-enabled features.
Strong expertise with Data Flow and Integration
Demonstrated ability to translate complex operational requirements into effective technology specifications—with a track record of bridging business and technology teams, managing ambiguity in requirements
Familiarity with compliance/regulatory needs in insurance or financial services (preferred).
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings support is highlighted through a strong employer match and structured retirement programs. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful long-term value to total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies span flexible or paid time off, a robust holiday schedule, volunteer time, and paid parental, family care, and military leave. Feedback suggests this breadth is a standout element across many roles.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing resources include comprehensive health coverage, mental-health support, onsite fitness centers, and one‑on‑one coaching. HQ amenities and wellness perks are positioned as differentiators for on-site employees.
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Athene, through its subsidiaries, is a leading retirement services company that issues, reinsures and acquires retirement savings products designed for the increasing number of individuals and institutions seeking to fund retirement needs. The products offered by Athene include: • Retail fixed, fixed indexed and registered index-linked annuity products; • Reinsurance arrangements with third-party annuity providers; and • Institutional products, such as funding agreements and group annuity contracts related to pension risk transfers. Athene's subsidiaries include Athene Annuity & Life Assurance Company, a Delaware-domiciled insurance company, Athene Annuity and Life Company, an Iowa-domiciled insurance company, Athene Annuity & Life Assurance Company of New York, a New York-domiciled insurance company, Athene Securities, LLC, an Iowa-domiciled registered broker-dealer (member FINRA), and Athene Life Re Ltd., a Bermuda-domiciled reinsurer. -- The financial industry is ripe for change and Athene is leading the way. We’re determined to make retirement easier for you and other Americans by harnessing our passion, smarts and relentless spirit. Learn how to become an Athene financial professional at www.athene.com/contact. If you love a challenge and are driven to succeed, then Athene is your kind of company.
