Lead Software Engineer (.Net

Job Category: Software Engineering, Level 3

Requisition Number: LEADS
002524

• Posted :
  January 6, 2026
• Full-Time

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At Safety National, we don’t just offer jobs – we build careers with purpose! Since 1942, we’ve been an industry leader, valuing integrity, teamwork, and stability while providing competitive rewards, top-tier benefits, career growth opportunities, and flexible work options that promote balance. With tuition reimbursement, wellness perks, and a strong community impact, we invest in your success—both personally and professionally. Ready to grow with us?

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This opportunity is in the Information Technology department

As the company’s largest department, I.T. is responsible for supporting both ongoing operations and our next innovative project. Information technology is prioritized, allowing us to partner with colleagues to securely enable and support new capabilities every day. Utilizing a diverse set of technologies, like Guidewire, Salesforce, Java, C#/.NET, Mule, and Azure, the available career opportunities continue to grow rapidly. Our department consists of agile teams where individual contributions are recognized, and career advancement is nurtured.

Role

Description:

Are you a seasoned software engineer ready to lead modernization initiatives in a cloud-first environment? As a Lead Software Engineer at Safety National, you will serve as a technical expert and mentor, guiding your team through full-stack development projects using modern technologies like .NET Core, Azure services, and No

SQL databases. In this dynamic role, you'll lead architectural design, influence technical strategy, and drive the transformation of legacy systems into scalable, modular cloud-native applications. You'll work closely with product owners, Dev Ops, and other engineering leaders to ensure delivery of secure, enterprise-grade solutions that support our mission and innovation goals. If you're passionate about hands‑on development and elevating engineering excellence, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Qualifications:

Education:
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. without a requirement for work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future.
• This position allows for a hybrid work schedule which includes a minimum of 3 days per week in our St. Louis Corporate Office, located at 1832 Schuetz Rd. Saint Louis, MO. All employees are required to submit work from home requests and follow our Work From Home policy, which will be provided to all candidates selected to interview.
• 5 or more years of professional software development experience, including 1–2 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proven hands‑on experience building enterprise applications using .NET Core / C#.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including ACA, Azure Functions, and Cosmos DB.
• Solid understanding of both No
  
  SQL (Cosmos DB, Mongo
  
  DB) and relational databases.
• Experience applying 12‑factor app principles and cloud‑native design patterns.
• Proficiency in CI/CD practices, RESTful API design, and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with observability practices (metrics, logging, tracing).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to influence technical direction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exposure to Domain‑Driven Design (DDD) and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with front‑end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and compliance in regulated industries.
• Background in Dev Ops culture and tooling.

Protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and technology assets against unauthorized disclosure, destruction and/or alteration, in accordance with Safety National policies, standards, and procedures.

Safety National is a leading specialty insurance and reinsurance provider. Our culture is built upon relationships, which allow us to demonstrate our expertise gained through our rich 80‑year history. As a wholly‑owned…