Principal Financial

Software Engineer (Data Solutions)

Posted on: 4 Apr 2021

Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Responsibilitiesn

Principal is going all in with AWS and has created a newly formed Cloud Platform Engineering team focused on Data Solutions! As a Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in enabling our enterprise to mature as a data driven organization. This role will work closely with the community of engineers and product teams to help contribute to and influence the adoption of AWS at Principal. We are looking for an engineer who has a passion for data, to assist us in providing guidance and support as we navigate our journey from on-prem to cloud-based solutions. If you enjoy solving complex problems in a highly collaborative culture, please consider applying today!

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Youu2019ll have the opportunity to:

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* Contribute toward our vision to become a data-driven organization, through the use of database, data integration, data management, business intelligence and analytics platforms and tools.n
* Provide best practices and consulting for cloud solutions.n
* Use enterprise architecture and governance, as a means of providing clear guidance and structure. n
* Explore cloud technology and evolve our cloud capabilities over time, including staying ahead of industry trends.n
* Collaborate with highly skilled and motivated engineering teams.n
* Work directly with partners to optimize existing solutions and architect new ones to meet needs and expectations.n
* Experiment with new technologies and practices to find creative solutions to sophisticated problems.nn

Qualificationsnn
* Associate's or Bachelor's degree with a preference in a science, technology, engineering, or math related field or equivalent work experiencen
* 3+ years of professional object oriented programming, data engineering or cloud experience n
* Working knowledge of AWS cloud platformnn

Additional preferred technical experience:

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* Strong software engineering background including, but not limited to: n n
* Solving problems by capturing user requirements, defining system functionalities, and developing testable code in various languagesn
* Experience in improving operations, documenting and demonstrating solutions and ensuring software is updated and securen
* Design and develop software and systems that meet user needs and comply with project and industry standardsn n
* Familiarity with data solutionsn
* Familiarity with DevOps practices such as CI/CD pipelines, test-driven development, etc.n
* Strong written and verbal communicationnn

Keys to success in this position:

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* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, collaborative environmentn
* Eagerness to learn independently.n
* Ability to challenge the status quonn

Additional Informationn

Job leveln

Weu2019ll consider talent at multiple levels with the right experiences and skills.

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Work Authorization/Sponsorship n

At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role. (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)

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Investment Code of Ethics n

For Principal Global Investors positions, youu2019ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

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Experience Principal n

While our expertise spans the globe, we're bound by one common purpose: to foster a world where financial security is accessible to all. And our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees u2013 individually and all of us together. Explore our core values, benefits and why weu2019re an exceptional place to grow your career.

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Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer n

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Principal Financial

Des Moines, IA

The Principal Financial Group is a global financial investment management and insurance company headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. Four segments comprise the company: Retirement and Income Solutions, Principal Global Investors, Principal International, and U.S. Insurance Solutions.

The company employs roughly 9,000 people in Des Moines, Iowa, and owns and operates several buildings in the downtown area. The tallest, known as 801 Grand, is 45 stories tall (192m/630 ft), and houses many other companies in addition to The Principal. As of March 2014, Principal employed 14,600 employees worldwide, with its Global Delivery center, Principal Global Services, in Pune, Maharashtra, India. Principal also has a lobbyist registered in the Iowa Legislature since December 2016. He is designated to lobby the Executive Branch of the Government of Iowa.