Senior .NET Software Engineer

About Us

We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results.

Position Purpose

Under general management, collaborates with team to design, develop, modify, and maintain software applications of the highest complexity. Creates detailed development plans and leads in the application development process. Partner with business, cross functional teams and architects to build solutions that meet business needs.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Implements high quality code (C#, .NET) in agile, test-driven development environment.
• Performs performance and scalability analysis.
• Compiles objective data to influence decisions and strategy.
• Provides well-designed solutions to meet business requirements.
• Creates detailed software development plans and directs team to completion.
• Scoops development efforts, provides reliable resource and timeline estimates.
• Sets standards for product/process quality and monitors team’s output.
• Mentors and develops software engineer team.
• Coordinates with internal contacts to perform specific project tasks or resolve technical issues.
• Sets out and utilizes new technology solutions and best practices to improve process, increase stability, and reduce cost/time to market.
• Led in special projects and other duties as needed.

Education & Experience

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Some experience in at least two IT solution development disciplines, including technical or infrastructure architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management or cloud development.
• Some experience in leading teams and/or large projects.
• Insurance knowledge a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Ability to understand and utilize a variety of the field’s concepts, practices and procedures.
• Proficiency with C#, .NET framework, and Azure.
• Knowledge of the entire Software Development Lifecycle from Analysis to Deployment of Software/Apps.
• Extensive experience with Version Control, CI/CD, Architecture, Relational Database Systems/Data Management.
• Ability to lead, motivate and train project team.
• Ability to deliver solutions align with business strategy.
• Ability to generate innovative solutions for Business Requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of software/app testing.
• Advanced knowledge of automated testing.

Compensation Overview

The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future.

Base Pay Range: $101,077.00 - $144,540.00

Total Rewards: At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee. Financial Incentives: Annual bonus plans, Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution, Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings).

Work & Life: Paid time off (PTO) and holidays, Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities, Parental and family care leave, Flexible & hybrid work arrangements, Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform, Employee assistance program, Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible spending and health savings accounts, 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance, Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase, Short-term and long-term disability benefits.

Personal & Professional Growth: Training & certification opportunities, Tuition reimbursement, Education bonuses, Diversity & Inclusion: Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results.

RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.