> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/216526-software-developer-ii](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/216526-software-developer-ii). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer II - **Company:** Homesteaders Life Company - **Location:** West Des Moines, IA, United States - **Salary:** $94,000.0 - $95,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Mobile Application Development, COBOL (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Database Storage Structures, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Architecture, Scaled Agile Framework, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Server Reporting Services, Systems Integration, Reliability of Systems, Backend - **Published:** May 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b3df5625cfbf2e2b ## About the Role Do you have experience in Software engineering?, * Must exhibit our Core Values - Be Your Best, Care, Serve Boldly, Be Humble. * 3+ years of professional experience developing with Microsoft .NET technologies. * 3+ years of SQL Server Database experience. * 1+ years of experience with CI / CD pipeline experience. * Experience with Azure cloud, web & mobile development technologies, relational databases, COBOL, and SQL Reporting Services are also desirable. * Insurance industry experience is desirable. * Experience with LifePro Policy Administration System (PAS) is desirable. ## Description As a Software Developer II, you will work on development, testing, and maintaining custom third-party software applications and integrations. Your role will be to collaborate with IT and business teams to deliver innovative, scalable solutions aligned with industry's best practices to support Homesteaders Life Company's strategic goals., * Develop, test, and maintain software solutions across diverse technologies, including web, mobile, backend, Windows applications, and third-party system integrations. * Design and maintain database structures, stored procedures, CI/CD pipelines, and system integrations. * Apply Agile engineering principles, perform code reviews, and ensure adherence to IT standards and best practices. * Create and maintain technical requirements, software documentation, and collaborate on technical research with project managers or business analysts as needed. * Mentor junior developers in software design and architecture. * Participate in off-hours system upgrades and implementations to ensure system reliability and minimize customer impact. ## Related Videos - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? Insights from 16 Years of Review Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1135-are-code-reviews-worth-it-insights-from-16-years-of-review-data) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)