Sr. Consultant, Software Engineer | Engineering Strategy & Modernization Lead

Role Overview

Senior technology individual contributor responsible for shaping the next chapter of engineering and AI across Personal Lines Solutions (PLS). Provides technical leadership across a broad PLS application portfolio and advances AI expertise and execution throughout the organization.

Hybrid schedule with in‑office presence in Columbus, Ohio two days per week. Candidates must be within commutable distance to Columbus, Ohio.

This role does not qualify for employer‑sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT Extension program.

• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to translate business objectives into practical, scalable technical solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering productivity, delivery speed, quality, and operational efficiency through modern technologies, including AI‑enabled capabilities.
• Develop technology recommendations and implementation roadmaps that align with business priorities and enterprise architecture.
• Communicate complex technical concepts in a way that is easily understood by both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Influence technical decisions across product, engineering, quality assurance, and operations teams without direct management responsibility.
• Drive modernization efforts through APIs, cloud technologies, platform improvements, and application optimization.
• Improve release quality, reduce technology risk, and promote secure software engineering and Dev Sec Ops  best practices.
• Mentor engineers through technical guidance, design reviews, and engineering standards to elevate overall team capability.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend practical solutions that improve customer and associate experiences.

• Experience with Guidewire (preferred but not required).
• Experience applying AI capabilities to improve software delivery, engineering efficiency, or business outcomes.
• Strong consulting, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on technical problem solving and execution.

• Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or a related degree, or equivalent experience if a degree is not available.
• Eight or more years of analysis and technology experience.
• Hands‑on technical leadership experience leading project teams and setting technical direction.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript.
• Extensive knowledge of software development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to tackle sophisticated business and development problems.
• Experience in insurance/financial services industry a plus.

Reports to a Technology Director or above.

Salary range: $ – $ (full‑time). Expected starting salary: $ – $. Compensation may be prorated for part‑time roles.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Paid time off: minimum 18 days per full calendar year pro‑rated, nine paid holidays, eight hours of lifetime paid time off, and eight hours of Unity Day paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company‑paid pension plan.
• Business casual attire.

Nationwide is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.