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Applications Development Manager

Symetra
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States
Jan 07, 2026

Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as an Applications Development Manager!

About the role

As an Applications Development Manager, you will lead Symetra's application development team, guiding the design, development, quality, and deployment of solutions that support our business goals. In this role, you'll help bridge legacy systems with modern technologies, ensuring our platforms integrate smoothly and remain reliable in an evolving technology landscape.

You'll bring strong technical judgment and strategic leadership to the team, mentoring engineers, setting direction, and creating an environment where people can grow and deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced, changing environment.

What you will do



  • Define and implement the application development roadmap aligned with organizational goals, modernizing legacy systems and guiding migrations to cloud, hybrid, and alternative platforms
  • Lead and develop a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and belonging
  • Partner with business and technical partners to define scope, timelines, and deliverables, while monitoring progress, resolving blockers, and providing clear updates
  • Oversee system integrations across internal and external platforms, ensuring secure, reliable data flow, performance, and data integrity
  • Stay current on emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve business capabilities and processes


Why Work at Symetra

Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

"Symetra will spoil you. There aren't many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you at ease. Failure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it." - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst

"If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work."- Cris H., VP Internal Sales

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.



  • Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
  • Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
  • Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
  • Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
  • Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview


Compensation

Salary Range: $125,000 - $208,400 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.

Who You Are:



  • High School Diploma (required) and a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years of experience in software development and 5+ years of experience as a hands-on engineering manager, people leader, and mentor
  • Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop engineers through regular 1:1s, feedback, and career development conversations
  • Strong operational leadership skills, with experience running team rhythms such as project planning, delivery, and weekly execution with a high level of accountability
  • Comfortable working across a diverse technology ecosystem, including legacy systems, enterprise applications, modern cloud platforms, and system integrations
  • Technical expertise in modern development stacks, including proficiency in languages such as Java or C#, cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, and strong knowledge of databases, APIs, and integration patterns
  • Collaborative by nature, with experience partnering across teams to deliver solutions and insights that drive business impact
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, align, and lead high-performing teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using data to make informed decisions in complex environments
  • Industry experience is a plus, but not required
  • Some minimal annual travel required (for people manager roles only)


Travel:



  • Required Training & Professional Development
    All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra's corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses.
  • Reasonable Accommodations
    Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodation is needed for travel, Symetra's HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies.


We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers/

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:



  • Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
  • Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
  • Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.


When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:



  • Disqualification from the recruitment process
  • Withdrawal of a job offer
  • Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered


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