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Sr Mainframe Applications Developer

Pacific Life
Newport, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/20/2025
Job Description

Providing for loved ones, planning to reward 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 Applications Developer to join our Annuity Administration Team. This role can be on-site or 100% remote.

As a Senior Mainframe Applications Developer, you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by providing application software development services or technical support for new and/or existing applications. You will be part of Annuity Administration Team that will work in development and maintenance of end-to-end lifecycle of Annuity Products. You will join a dynamic team of Analysts in a fast-paced technology environment in the Retirement Solutions Division. Your colleagues will include fellow Systems Analysts, Developers, Database Administrators and other technology professionals.

How You’ll Help Move Us Forward

  • Application Developer provides application software development services or technical support for applications such as Vantage-One, wmA and DSS.
  • Reviews system requirements and business processes and develops program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications.
  • Designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, implements and maintains software applications.
  • Analyzes requirements and maintains tests and integrates application components.
  • Ensure that system improvements are successfully implemented.

The Experience You Bring

  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in application development or technical support for mainframe applications such as Vantage-One, wmA and DSS.
  • Proficiency in mainframe programming languages such as COBOL, JCL, and CICS.
  • Strong understanding of mainframe databases like DB2 with experience with mainframe tools and utilities such as TSO, ISPF, and SDSF.
  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university; or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Strong communication skills to interact with business users and technical teams.

What Makes You Stand Out

  • Experience in Annuity Insurance (LOMA Certifications in FSRI or FLMI are a plus).
  • Experience with Agile software development.

You can be who you are.

People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.

Base Pay Range

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.

Your Benefits Start Day 1

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

EEO Statement

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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