Genworth Financial, Inc

Senior Java Developer

Genworth Financial, Inc • $90K — $120K *
Lynchburg, VA 24502In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 4-year degree or equivalent experience with strong JAVA programming and production support skills, ideally in insurance/finance.
  • 6+ years of experience in technology or insurance.
  • 6+ years of application development experience with Java and related tools.
  • 3+ years of experience coordinating work and communicating with stakeholders.
  • Excellent analytical skills with a detail-oriented mindset to understand complex business logic.
  • Experience in cross-functional team environments with good problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong communication skills to handle multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Act as Intent Manager for the QUEST Kanban team, planning and prioritizing work requests.
  • Analyze changes needed for QUEST to deliver business solutions for SCRUM teams.
  • Design, code, document, and test solutions fitting the technical architecture and acceptance criteria.
  • Support all changes through the software development lifecycle including testing.
  • Aid in defect resolution and system health activities.
  • Follow change control processes for implementation of solutions.
  • Perform administrative duties including Agile ceremonies and status updates.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and total rewards incentives.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Multiple 401(k) savings plan options with employer-directed auto-enrollment.
  • Generous paid time off including 12 paid holidays and volunteer time off.
  • Disability, life, and long-term care insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement and training support.
  • Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement.
Full Job Description
POSITION TITLE

Application Development Manager

NOTE: This role is not open to visa sponsorship.

POSITION LOCATION

Lynchburg VA/Richmond VA

YOUR ROLE

In your role as an Application Development Manager you will support Genworth's top strategic priorities. The person selected will work with the QUEST quoting application. There is a dual focus to this role. 15-25% of the time will be working as an Intent Manager, coordinating work of the QUEST Kanban team with other SCRUM Teams. Most of your time will be spent working on important Business Solutions with other SCRUM teams. You will work closely with these teams to define requirements and deliver enhancements, performance improvements, and new interfaces. You will become familiar with Long Term Care products, business principles and implementation details.

QUEST is a home-grown JAVA based Long Term Care quoting system that uses various tools but not limited to Java + Java tools (JDK), Oracle, JBoss, Apache Web Server, Spring, JSON, API's and Eclipse. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to help to modernize this application and dive into multiple technologies and business areas to drive business solutions but will be primarily focused on supporting the existing application.

What you will be doing
  • Act as the Intent Manager for the QUEST Kanban team, planning and prioritizing upcoming work requests from other SCRUM teams and business partners.
  • Analyze changes needed by QUEST to provide the business solutions needed by the SCRUM teams.
  • Design, Code, Document and Test solutions that fit the overall technical architecture while ensuring it meets the acceptance criteria while avoiding unintended impact and risks.
  • Understand and follow software development lifecycle and support your changes through the testing process and assist with test planning.
  • Support defect resolution and technical system activities as well as system health.
  • Understand and follow change control process to implement the solutions.
  • Perform administrative duties in conjunction with the departmental requirements (participate in meetings, Agile ceremonies (SCRUM Stand Ups, Sprint Reviews etc.), respond to correspondence in a timely manner, provide status updates, review/update/submit tickets, and participate in change management activities).


What you bring

Your Qualifications:
  • 4-year college degree or relevant equivalent experience with strong JAVA programming skills and production support experience preferably in insurance/finance domain.
  • 6+ years professional experience in technology or insurance
  • 6+ years of application development experience with Java + Java tools (JDK), Oracle, JBoss, Apache Web Server, Spring, JSON, API's
  • 3+ years of experience coordinating deliveries from junior developers, communicating with stakeholders and assisting with prioritization and sequencing of deliverables
  • Excellent analytical skills and a detail-oriented mindset, with ability to understand complex business logic, analyze the system and data, to identify changes needed, and understand impact of changes on the various products and system functionalities.
  • Experience working in a cross-functional team environment on complex systems and having good problem-solving skills and a results-oriented outlook.
  • Good communication skills ability to work with various stakeholders, managing concurrent deadlines and multiple priorities.
  • A continuous improvement mindset, and willingness to adapt to new technologies and ways of working


Additional Qualifications:
  • Practical knowledge of LTC insurance products and premiums a plus
  • Knowledge of additional Java frameworks including Spring boot and React
  • Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum or Kanban)
  • Cloud and Cloud migration experience.


Employee Benefits & Well-Being

Genworth employees make a difference in people's lives every day. We're committed to making a difference in our employees' lives.
  • Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
  • Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
  • Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
  • Generous Paid Time Off - Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
  • Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
  • Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
  • Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services

About Genworth Financial, Inc

Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE: GNW) is a Fortune 500 insurance holding company dedicated to helping people secure their financial lives, families, and futures. Genworth has leadership positions in offerings that assist consumers in protecting themselves, investing for the future, and planning for retirement. In addition, the company is a global leader in managing mortgage default risk. Genworth’s Global Mortgage Insurance Division works with lender partners, regulators, and policy leaders to help more people responsibly achieve and maintain the dream of homeownership. In doing so, it promotes stronger and more sustainable communities around the world. By combining its global experience in mortgage guarantees with technology and service leadership, Genworth delivers innovation to the housing marketplace.

Genworth Financial, Inc Careers

Join the dynamic team at Genworth Financial, Inc, a leader in financial security and insurance services. With a commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional excellence, Genworth offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to influence the future of finance.

Work You’ll Do

At Genworth Financial, Inc, you will be part of a culture that thrives on diversity, growth, and continuous learning. As a member of our team, you will help develop solutions that secure the financial lives of millions of people. Our company is at the forefront of combining financial expertise with innovative technology to deliver exceptional service and value to our customers.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead in the financial services industry with Genworth. Our leadership is always looking ahead to harness innovative strategies that enhance our competitive edge. You will work alongside top professionals to foster innovation that drives our company forward.

Career Growth and Development

Genworth Financial, Inc is deeply invested in the professional growth and development of its employees. Whether through leadership programs, diversity training, or professional networking opportunities, we ensure that our team members are equipped to rise to new challenges and expand their skills. Our robust internal training programs are designed to support your career aspirations.

Join Our Team

Explore the wide range of job opportunities at Genworth Financial, Inc—from entry-level positions to executive roles. We offer a variety of career paths in areas such as finance, risk management, customer service, and technology. Each position at Genworth is a stepping-stone to further success, whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned professional.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a Genworth internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and a chance to see what it’s like to work in a global financial services company. Interns at Genworth gain hands-on experience, working on projects that matter, and learning from leaders in the industry.

Benefits and Perks

Genworth Financial, Inc values the well-being of its employees. We offer competitive benefits packages that promote health, well-being, and financial security. Our benefits are designed to support you at different stages of your life and career.

Hiring Process

Our hiring process is designed to identify and recruit the best talent. From the initial resume submission to the final interview, each step allows us to understand your skills and potential fit within our team. We value transparency and communication, ensuring that candidates have a clear understanding of our expectations and the opportunities we offer.

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Learn more about Genworth Financial, Inc
Size
2,500 employees
Market Cap
$2.5 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$178 million
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
-1.4%
Revenue
$8.6 billion
NASDAQ
GNW
* Ladders Estimates

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