Specialist, Test Automation Developer (Ruby)

Job Conditions If you’re passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide’s Technology team could be the place for you! Nationwide® "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. Work Arrangement This role follows a hybrid schedule and requires in‑office presence in Columbus, Ohio two days per week. Location Requirement Candidates must be based within a commutable distance to Columbus, Ohio. Work Authorization This role does not qualify for employer‑sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT Extension program. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a Test Automation Developer (TAD) with a solid understanding of Personal Lines insurance products and workflows, particularly in product pricing functionality. Experience with Guidewire PolicyCenter is highly desirable. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and possesses strong technical skills in test automation and quality assurance within Agile/Scrum environments. You will play a key role in ensuring product quality through the design, development, and execution of automated and manual testing solutions while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams. Key Responsibilities This role is responsible for designing, developing, executing, and maintaining automated and manual test cases aligned with Agile and Scrum practices. You will collaborate with developers, business analysts, product owners, and fellow testers to understand requirements, define test scenarios, and validate functionality based on user stories and acceptance criteria. You will perform functional, integration, regression, backend data validation, and performance testing activities to ensure product quality and stability. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining automated test scripts, analyzing test results, documenting defects, and supporting defect resolution efforts through collaboration with development teams. The role requires active participation in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily standups, and retrospectives. You will contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance testing processes, automation coverage, and overall quality practices. Effective communication and collaboration across teams and time zones are essential. Familiarity with test automation frameworks, Agile methodologies, Test‑Driven Development (TDD), and CI/CD practices is highly desirable. Skills & Qualifications Strong knowledge of software testing principles and Agile/Scrum frameworks. Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Spira). Experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts using tools such as Ruby and/or Tosca. Understanding of API, UI, integration, and backend data testing. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing best practices. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Experience with Guidewire PolicyCenter and Personal Lines insurance products is preferred. Job Description Summary If you’re enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide’s industry‑leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you! As a Software Engineer, you will focus primarily on providing high quality, efficient technology solutions to business partners by crafting new software applications or modifying and/or supporting existing packaged or custom‑built applications. In this capacity, you’ll analyze, code, configure, test, debug, document and maintain applications. Key Responsibilities Analyzes, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards in an agile environment. Applies secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities. Uses DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques. Drives continuous improvement and learning through ongoing training, practice and innovation. Manages medium to large project priorities, deadlines and deliverables proactively. May Perform Other Responsibilities As Assigned Reporting Relationships Reports to a Technology Manager/Director. Typical Skills And Experiences Education Completion of undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or other related degree. Technology experience or non‑traditional technology certificates can be substituted for an undergraduate degree. Experience Four or more years of analysis and technology experience. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Proficiency in one or more programming language such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript. Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle. Proven ability to tackle complex business and development problems. Ability to thrive in a team environment. Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus. Other Criteria Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence. Staffing Exceptions Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner. Values Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values. Job Conditions Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt) Working Conditions: Office environment may vary based on team and/or location. Associates may have on‑call responsibility after normal working hours and/or on weekends. ADA The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties. Benefits We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company‑paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law. Compensation Nationwide pays on a geographic‑specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment. If a Sales job, Sales Incentives, based on performance goals are possible in addition to this range. Note on Compensation for Part‑Time Roles: Please be aware that the salary ranges listed below reflect full‑time compensation. Actual compensation may be prorated based on the number of hours worked relative to a full‑time schedule. The national salary range for Specialist, Software Engineer : $95,500.00-$177,500.00 The expected starting salary range for Specialist, Software Engineer : $95,500.00 - $143,500.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr Nationwide