Platform Engineer II

Pacific Life Insurance Company$113K — $138K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • 0-4 years of experience in enterprise IT supporting end-user services or platform administration.
  • Exposure to enterprise platforms regarding configuration and operational controls.
  • Foundational experience with scripting and API integrations using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools.
  • Familiarity with identity and access management principles and secure administration practices.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills for translating technical data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

  • Build, test, deploy, and maintain reusable workflows and automations to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develop and maintain operational scripts and API interactions, adhering to security protocols.
  • Support platform administration by managing access models and configurations.
  • Contribute to the lifecycle management and continual improvement of platform components.
  • Develop metrics and dashboards to monitor platform health and service performance.
  • Translate technical activities into training materials and recommendations for improved performance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
  • Generous paid time off policy along with dedicated Financial Planning Time Off.
  • Paid Parental Leave and an Adoption Assistance Program.
  • Competitive 401k with company match and additional contributions.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

We're actively seeking a talented Platform Engineer to join our enterprise technology team. As a Platform Engineer, you'll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by supporting enterprise end-user service and digital workplace platforms that improve self-service, reduce avoidable incidents and service requests, and enhance the end-user experience.

How you'll help move us forward:
  • Help build, test, deploy, and maintain reusable workflows, automations, orchestration patterns, and AI-enabled or knowledge-driven solutions that reduce manual effort and improve consistency.
  • Develop and maintain operational scripts, actions, and API-based interactions under guidance, following established security, code review, certificate, and access controls.
  • Support platform administration by helping maintain access models, role-based permissions, configuration standards, integrations, data feeds, and operational controls.
  • Contribute to deployment, configuration, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement of platform components across the environment.
  • Develop and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reporting solutions that measure platform health, service performance, operational trends, user adoption, and business outcomes.
  • Translate technical activity and reporting into actionable insights, training materials, and interpretive support that help teams improve operational performance and demonstrate business value.

The experience you bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • 0-4 years of experience in enterprise IT supporting end-user services, digital workplace capabilities, platform administration, automation, analytics, or platform-based service delivery, including internships, co-ops, or relevant academic and project work.
  • Exposure to enterprise platforms, including configuration, access management, integrations, operational controls, lifecycle management, or service-dependent components such as agents, connectors, background jobs, or supporting services.
  • Foundational experience building or maintaining scripts, API integrations, workflows, or service interactions using tools or languages such as PowerShell, Python, HTTP-based calls, or similar methods.
  • Familiarity with enterprise identity, access, and governance concepts, including role-based access, operational controls, documentation, and secure administration practices.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to translate data and technical findings into clear updates and recommendations.

What makes you stand out:
  • Hands-on experience with digital workplace platforms, enterprise service management tools, automation platforms, or operational analytics solutions.
  • Experience creating dashboards, metrics, or data feeds that support service performance, adoption, incident trends, or operational decision-making.
  • Curiosity and initiative to identify opportunities for automation, self-service, workflow improvement, and reduction of manual support demand.
  • Interest in AI-enabled, knowledge-driven, or orchestration-based solutions that improve technology operations and the employee experience.


Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$113,490.00 - $138,710.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

  • Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
  • Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation


You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

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About Pacific Life Insurance Company

Pacific Life Insurance Company Careers

There has never been a more opportune time to join the dynamic team at Pacific Life Insurance Company—a leader in the insurance industry known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

Join Pacific Life Insurance Company’s esteemed team to assist in pioneering efforts that drive the insurance industry forward. At the intersection of technology, industry expertise, and digital innovation, Pacific Life Insurance Company stands as a beacon of transformative solutions and services. Lead in a unique position in the marketplace, leveraging deep industry knowledge and a commitment to digital innovation to enhance client experiences and outcomes. Engage with a diverse global team of business and technology advisors, helping clients navigate through their challenges with cutting-edge solutions. Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are at the forefront of integrating technology and insurance services to deliver exceptional results.

Introducing the Pacific Life Insurance Company Professional Growth and Development Initiative

The initiative aims to build a leading advisory team to guide some of the most well-known companies through their transformation journeys, utilizing innovative insurance solutions.

Do Innovative Work

Be part of a team that is not just the largest but the most knowledgeable in the insurance sector, with a focus on delivering targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of consulting experience that is unmatched.

Drive Innovation and Leadership

Work on a wide range of projects that harness the capabilities of Pacific Life Insurance Company’s robust technological and service-oriented frameworks.

Future-Proof Your Career

Advance your career with Pacific Life Insurance Company, where the opportunities for growth are vast, supported by comprehensive training, development, and certification programs.

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Discover various job opportunities and internship positions that allow you to bring your skills and passion to a team that values innovation and leadership. Pacific Life Insurance Company is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, providing a platform for professional development and personal growth.

The Pacific Life Insurance Company Employment Experience

With a commitment to diversity training and a culture that promotes networking and professional growth, Pacific Life Insurance Company helps team members thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment. Clients and employees alike look to Pacific Life Insurance Company for leadership in creating industry-leading solutions that promote growth and innovation.

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