Lead Digital Engineer - Hybrid or On-site

Lead Digital Engineer - Hybrid or On-site Opportunity The Mutual Group
• West Des Moines, IA, US Job Description

We are looking for a seasoned Full Stack Lead Digital Engineer to join our forward-thinking digital engineering team. This role requires a strong foundation in full stack development, with a proven track record of building scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications and SaaS platforms. You will be instrumental in designing and delivering digital solutions that drive user engagement and business value.

Accountabilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain full stack web applications using modern frameworks and cloud-native architectures.
• Lead the end-to-end development of SaaS-based solutions, from concept to deployment.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, product managers, and other engineers to deliver seamless digital experiences.
• Implement responsive, accessible, and performant front-end interfaces.
• Build robust, scalable, and secure back-end services and APIs.
• Integrate third-party services and APIs to enhance platform capabilities.
• Ensure code quality through automated testing, code reviews, and CI/CD practices.
• Mentor and guide development teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Establish and enforce best practices for coding standards, design patterns, and software quality.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to technical challenges.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, offering feedback and ensuring testing is aligned with the Definition of Done.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of experience in IT, with a strong focus on software engineering and digital platforms.
• 7+ years of hands‑on experience with modern web technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and SaaS architectures.
• Proficiency in back-end technologies such as Node.js, Java, .NET, or Python.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, Graph
  
  QL, and microservices.
• Experience using AI assisted development tools such as Cursor.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and Dev Ops practices.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid knowledge of relational and No
  
  SQL databases.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a passion for building high‑quality digital products.

Compensation:

• $115,000 - $160,000 commensurate with experience, plus bonus eligibility

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members
• 401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary
• Free basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance
• Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs
• Wellness incentives
• Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions
• Educational assistance