Full-Time
Senior Software Engineer
Node js, React, Typescript, Aws
Updated on 3/14/2025
Guardian Life
Provides insurance and financial services
Compensation Overview
$116.3k - $191.2kAnnually
Mid, Senior
Holmdel, NJ, USA + 2 more
More locations: New York, NY, USA | Bethlehem, PA, USA
At least three days a week at Guardian Location in New York, NY, Holmdel, NJ or Bethlehem, PA.
- 4+ years of experience delivering high-performance, public-facing web applications that had demonstrative business impact.
- Proficiency in Javascript/Typescript (Node/React/Next/NestJS/Jest), best practices of developing APIs (REST / GraphQL) and integration with third-party systems.
- Mastery of web fundamentals, including vanilla Javascript, HTML, CSS, performance, and networking.
- Experience developing complex applications in an Agile environment as part of a team of engineers, designers, product experts, marketers, and strategists.
- Experience with modern web application development, including building tools, testing, CI/CD, and AWS.
- Working knowledge of security best practices, eg: OWASP, dealing with PII data.
- BA/BS degree in computer science or related field.
- Deploying and managing applications on AWS and other cloud platforms.
- Working independently with application development teams, business leaders, data and technical management to develop both architecture framework, and deliver solutions across multiple business units.
- Collaborating with product and design to deliver robust user experiences.
- Creating technical solutions to solve complex business problems to support multiple lines of business.
- Experience with Redis, Micro-Frontends and Micro-services.
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America offers a variety of insurance and financial products aimed at providing financial security to individuals, families, and businesses. Their main offerings include life insurance, disability insurance, dental insurance, and annuities, which help protect clients against unexpected life events and ensure a steady income stream, especially for retirees. Guardian's business model focuses on selling these insurance policies and annuities, generating revenue through premiums and investment income. What sets Guardian apart from its competitors is its strong reputation for reliability, as recognized by various awards, and its commitment to equity and inclusion within its workforce and the communities it serves. The company's goal is to help clients safeguard their financial well-being while promoting diversity and supporting caregivers.
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Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1860
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Integration with Workday Wellness offers personalized, data-driven employee benefits.
- Guardian's strong financial position ensures stability and trust for policyholders.
- Partnerships and technological focus suggest potential for enhanced digital offerings.
What critics are saying
- Competition from National Financial Network may impact Guardian's market share in the Northeast.
- Reliance on digital platforms like Workday Wellness poses risks of technological failures.
- Partnership with Uber Health may expose Guardian to third-party operational risks.
What makes Guardian Life unique
- Guardian's partnership with Uber Health enhances disability support with transportation services.
- Recognition by Forbes as a top employer strengthens Guardian's brand in talent acquisition.
- Consistent J.D. Power awards highlight Guardian's superior customer service in the insurance sector.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Company News
National Financial Network expands its footprint in the Northeast and enhances its joint commitment with Park Avenue Securities to client financial well-being.NEW YORK, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- National Financial Network, INC., (NFN), which offers securities products and investment advisory services through Park Avenue Securities LLC ("Park Avenue Securities"), has announced that Brian Falconer, President and CEO of Wealth Management Resource Group, has joined the firm.Falconer and his team have $300 million of assets administered and join National Financial Network from an independent wealth management firm. Falconer, a registered representative and investment adviser representative, has more than 25 years of experience in financial services. He is a graduate of Fordham University and holds his Series 6, 63, 7, 66, and 24 registrations.Led by Chairman Anthony T. Mazzei, Sr. and Chief Executive Officer Michael Maresca, National Financial Network is an established financial services firm with over $5 billion of assets administered. The addition of Falconer and his team builds on several recent steps taken by National Financial Network to grow their strategic footprint in the Northeast, including the addition of Michael Yoken in 2023."Our mission is to provide unparalleled service by uniting financial professionals with leading technology and personalized attention to enduring relationships
For the fourth year in a row, Guardian is included for its positive culture and work environmentNEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian) announced today it was named to Forbes' 2025 list of "America's Best Large Employers" for the fourth consecutive year. Reflecting the company's purpose to inspire well-being®, Guardian was recognized as a workplace that nurtures talent and encourages innovation."We are honored to once again be named by Forbes as one of America's best large employers," said Stacey Hoin, Chief Human Resources Officer. "Being recognized highlights Guardian's dedication to fulfilling our purpose and celebrating our colleagues as everyday champions of well-being. This is a reflection of how our colleague value proposition (CVP) is contributing to a work culture that supports, inspires, and empowers Guardian employees to succeed in growing their careers with us."Guardian designed its CVP to help colleagues thrive by providing competitive, flexible benefits and rewards, enriching professional development opportunities, and offering inclusive and meaningful connections. The CVP helps the company prioritize where it can best invest resources to ensure its colleagues feel seen, heard, valued, and respected.The annual list is determined by Forbes and market research company Statista in a survey of over 210,000 workers from some of the largest companies in the United States
Guardian Life Insurance Partners with Uber Health to Enhance Disability Support. by Fred Pennic 01/16/2025 Leave a Comment. What You Should Know: – Guardian Life Insurance, a leading provider of employee benefits, has announced a new partnership with Uber Health to further enhance its support for members with long-term disability claims. – Guardian will now provide Uber vouchers to eligible members, enabling them to access crucial medical appointments and rehabilitation services.Transportation Assistance to Long-Term Disability ClaimantsThis initiative addresses a growing need for comprehensive disability support. According to recent research from Guardian, nearly one-third of U.S. households have experienced a disability leave of at least 30 days in the past decade. Beyond the financial strain of lost income, individuals often face difficulties accessing necessary care, which can hinder their recovery and return-to-work prospects.This new program builds upon Guardian’s existing suite of support services
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