Senior Data Engineer

AmeriLife Job OpportunityFor over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing, and distribution of annuity, life, and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement. Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers, and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.Job SummaryLeads the design, development, and maintenance of internal data systems that automate the accounting department's commission processing, accounts payable, and payroll reconciliation workflows. Transforms manual, spreadsheet-driven operations into reliable digital pipelines — improving data accuracy, reducing turnaround time, and establishing scalable infrastructure for the organization's financial operations.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and maintain automated systems for ingesting, validating, and processing carrier commission statements across multiple carriers and formatsBuild and manage tools for generating, formatting, and encrypting agency payment files for distributionDevelop reconciliation systems that compare commission, payroll, and agency payment data to flag discrepancies before paymentCreate and maintain configurable data mappings between carrier formats and internal standardsManage agent and agency master data including NPN records, carrier IDs, and organizational hierarchiesBuild secure, role-based tools for agent self-service access to compensation dataArchitect and maintain cloud-hosted data infrastructure with automated backup, archival, and recoveryIdentify operational bottlenecks and implement systematic, automated solutionsQualificationsProficiency in data engineering and automation (Python, SQL, Excel)Web application development and cloud infrastructure management (GCP)Deep knowledge of insurance commission structures, AP workflows, and payroll reconciliationExperience designing systems for large, multi-source financial datasets requiring normalization, validation, and audit complianceWhat AmeriLife OffersA comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, disability insurance, and life insurance.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) StatementWe are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io Transparency StatementWe are committed to pay transparency and equity, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and market factors. Where required by law, the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information, such as benefits, bonuses, and commissions, will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant, as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.Background Screening StatementEmployment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include employment verification, education verification, criminal history check, and other job-related inquiries, as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results, applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.