Senior Mainframe Application Developer; Annuities

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)

United States, California, Newport Beach

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better.

Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We're actively seeking a talented Senior Mainframe Application Developer (Annuities) to join our team in Omaha, NE or Newport Beach, CA.

As a Sr Mainframe Application Developer you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by joining a dynamic group of Analysts, Developers, and Product Owners while collaborating with other Technology teams. Your colleagues will include fellow technology professionals, and your role will include being responsible for ensuring software quality through manual and automated testing.

• Design, develop, modify, debug and evaluate software enhancements or new programs for applications such as Vantage‑One, wmA and DSS
• Review system requirements and business processes and develop program logic for new applications or analyze and modify logic in existing applications
• Analyze requirements and formulate program logic for new applications or analyze and modify logic in existing applications
• Code, test, debug, document, implement, and maintain software applications using current programming language and technologies
• Write code, complete programming, integrate application components, and perform testing and debugging of applications
• Develop conversion and system implementation plans to ensure that system improvements are successfully deployed
• Prepare and obtain approval of system and programming documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance
• Recommend changes in development, maintenance and system standards. Train users in conversion and implementation of system

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 8+ years of experience in Mainframe programming languages such as COBOL
• Demonstrated hands‑on expertise in system modernization and automation
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)

• Previous Annuities Industry experience
• Previous experience with Vantage, DSS, and wmA mainframe applications
• Familiar with technologies like APIs, Web Services, AI, Python, and Mulesoft

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. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit

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.

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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 401(k) savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.

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