Senior Developer - BAW Specialist

Location(s) Dallas, Texas, Downers Grove, Illinois, St. Louis, Missouri Details Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. We are seeking a highly experienced and self-driven Senior Developer with more than 10 years of expertise in software development, solution architecture, and system design. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical skills in IBM Business Automation Workflow (BAW) as a primary area of specialization, along with strong secondary skills in Java , exposure to Python , and an understanding of Generative AI (GenAI) technologies. Cloud proficiency, especially in the AWS stack , is essential. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end design, development, and deployment of solutions built using IBM BAW. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define solution architecture and technical roadmap. Develop robust, scalable backend services primarily using Java. Leverage AWS cloud services (Lambda, S3, ECS, DynamoDB, etc.) to build secure and cloud-native applications. Provide technical leadership on automation and workflow optimization initiatives. Participate in the modernization of legacy systems using modern tech stacks and architectural best practices. Explore and integrate GenAI capabilities to drive intelligent process automation and data-driven decision-making. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code; conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and recommend new tools, frameworks, or approaches. Qualifications 10+ years of hands‑on experience in software development and architecture. Expertise in IBM BAW (Business Automation Workflow) – workflow design, solution integration, and deployment required. Strong proficiency in Java (Spring/Spring Boot) for backend development. Exposure to Python and Generative AI tools or platforms (e.g., OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, etc.). Deep understanding of AWS cloud stack and cloud-native development patterns. Strong understanding of architectural design patterns, microservices, and DevOps practices. Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Strong communication skills to interact with business and technical stakeholders. IBM BAW certification is a plus. Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Prior experience working on AI/ML‑enabled workflow solutions. This position works onsite at the Kemper office. The range for this position is $111,900 to $186,700. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.). Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Kemper at a Glance The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $12 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy‑to‑use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.6 million policies, is represented by approximately 24,200 agents and brokers and has approximately 7,500 associates dedicated to meeting the ever‑changing needs of our customers. Benefits Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month. Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans. Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs. Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs. Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress. Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kemper