At Sentry, we're more than just insurance-and we can offer you more than just a job. We want you to enjoy a career with us, where you're in the driver's seat of your career path with access to resources to help you succeed personally and professionally.

In this role, you will lead and inspire a team of software engineers and product analysts to develop, maintain, and improve software products or systems supporting our CustomerOne Customer Data Platform. Additionally, you will leverage a combination of technical expertise, product management, project management, and managerial skills.

What You'll Do

You'll be a valuable contributor to our team. As a Sentry associate, we believe in your skills and knowledge. Your input and participation matters. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Innovate: Through our agile development process, you'll have the opportunity to apply your creativity and innovation to drive new solutions.

• Learn: Sentry provides several resources to help you further your career and continue your personal development, including Sentry University, LinkedIn Learning, and peer-led educational sessions and communities.

• Grow: Sentry provides many opportunities to grow in your career. Through meaningful, ongoing conversations around growth and development, we encourage all associates to take ownership in their career path.

• Contribute: As a Software Engineering Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the software development lifecycle. In this role, you will:

  • Oversee a team of software engineers and analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and support.

  • Be responsible for building a cohesive team, assigning tasks, and ensuring that team members have the resources they need to succeed.

  • Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting effective communication and teamwork.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define product vision that aligns with business objectives and strategy.

  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring they are completed within scope, budget, timeline constraints and are aligned with product vision.

  • Implement and enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality control processes to maintain high software quality, performance and resiliency.

  • Administer human resource-related activities including timely performance and salary reviews and ensure all subordinates adhere to human resources policies and practices.

• What it Takes:

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience.

  • Minimum 5 years of related work experience.

  • Proven experience in software development and team management.

  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

  • In-depth knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices.

  • Ability to communicate, both written and presentation, to appropriate audiences.

  • Knowledge of the insurance industry preferred.

If you have experience in the skills listed above, please consider joining our Sentry team!

What You'll Receive

You can enjoy a complete benefits package, including generous paid time off, 8% 401(k) match, matching charitable gift program, bonus plan based on company performance, meal stipends, associate discounts, volunteer time off and more!

You want a positive work/life balance. Our hybrid work model allows you to enjoy the benefits of working from home on Monday and Friday, but also provides the opportunity for team building and collaboration when working in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. To help you work effectively and comfortably in both locations, we provide you with equipment to work at home and in the office.

About Sentry

Our Background: We're part of one of the largest and most financially secure mutual insurance groups in the nation. We've earned an A+ rating from AM Best every year since 1992. Our associates bring together diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to make Sentry who we are. We're honored to earn a spot on Forbes list of America's Best Midsize Employers, joining a select group of 400 companies. We're in the business of helping others, and that includes the communities where we live and work. Our annual United Way campaign has raised more than $1 million for the past several years.

Our Stevens Point campus offers a full-service fitness center, swimming pool, basketball and racquetball courts, auto center, credit union, on-site Aspirus clinic, restaurants, boutique hotel, and the award-winning SentryWorld golf course.

How You'll Apply

We'd love for you to join us. Please complete your online application and upload your resume on our Careers site. If you have applied with us before, you only need to provide your email address and password. If this is your first time applying with Sentry, please create an account.

If you have specific questions regarding the position, application process, or are interested in learning more about Sentry, please reach out to Katelynne Rivera, Talent Acquisition Specialist Sr.

Qualified current H-1B Visa holders are also encouraged to apply.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Your opportunity awaits.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Thank you for your interest in Sentry!

Katelynne Rivera

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.