The Mutual Group · 2 days ago
Lead Digital Engineer
Des Moines Metro
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expThe Mutual Group is seeking a seasoned Full Stack Lead Digital Engineer to join their forward-thinking digital engineering team. This role involves designing and delivering digital solutions that drive user engagement and business value while leading the development of scalable, secure web applications and SaaS platforms.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain full stack web applications using modern frameworks and cloud-native architectures
Lead the end-to-end development of SaaS-based solutions, from concept to deployment
Collaborate with UX/UI designers, product managers, and other engineers to deliver seamless digital experiences
Implement responsive, accessible, and performant front-end interfaces
Build robust, scalable, and secure back-end services and APIs
Integrate third-party services and APIs to enhance platform capabilities
Ensure code quality through automated testing, code reviews, and CI/CD practices
Mentor and guide development teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence
Establish and enforce best practices for coding standards, design patterns, and software quality
Stay current with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to technical challenges
Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, offering feedback and ensuring testing is aligned with the Definition of Done
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
10+ years of experience in IT, with a strong focus on software engineering and digital platforms
7+ years of hands-on experience with modern web technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and SaaS architectures
Proficiency in back-end technologies such as Node.js, Java, .NET, or Python
Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices
Experience using AI assisted development tools such as Cursor
Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Solid knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for building high-quality digital products
Benefits
Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members
401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary
Free basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance
Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs
Wellness incentives
Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off
Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions
Educational assistance
Company
The Mutual Group
The Mutual Group is an an integrated insurance operations platform serving the mutual industry.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Coleman Johnson
SVP & Chief Underwriting Officer
Naomi Myers
Chief Administrative Officer
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