Mutual of Omaha · 3 hours ago
Vice President, Software Engineering & Applications - Omaha, NE
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$220K/yr - $325K/yr
5+ years expMutual of Omaha is seeking a Vice President of Software Engineering and Applications to serve as the senior IT leader for their division. This role involves setting the software engineering vision, developing delivery strategies, and driving business outcomes through innovative technology solutions while managing high-performing teams and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
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Responsibilities
Serve as divisional senior IT leader, setting the software engineering vision and leading end to end delivery strategies, plans, and execution
Oversee the full software engineering lifecycle—planning, development, deployment, and support—ensuring platforms and applications align with business priorities and organizational objectives
Champion modern engineering practices (Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD, cloud native architectures) to enhance scalability, reliability, and performance
Build and lead high-performing engineering teams, fostering technical excellence, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into high-quality, customer focused engineering deliverables
Manage relationships with internal partners, vendors, and government entities, including contracts, performance, and procurement
Ensure security, compliance, and risk management are integrated into engineering workflows through standards, automation, and metrics
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of senior leadership experience across software engineering, application development, IT infrastructure/operations, architecture, or information security, with a proven record of delivering complex, scalable solutions
Strong familiarity with compliance frameworks, regulatory expectations, and risk management, plus experience governing multivendor ecosystems, contract negotiation, and performance management
Strong expertise in technology planning, solution development, and modern platforms, operating systems, and programming languages, along with deep knowledge of current and emerging technology trends in insurance, financial services, or related industries
Demonstrated strategic leadership—motivating teams, fostering cross organizational collaboration and innovation, and building strong business partnerships
Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret data, manage risk, and provide sound, innovative recommendations
Proven ability to build trusted, collaborative partnerships with senior leaders across IT and the business to align priorities, shape strategy, and drive shared outcomes
Experience managing large budgets, capital plans, and complex resource models
Proven ability to develop high performing hybrid and remote teams, foster continuous learning, accountability and strong engagement
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, courageous listening, and curiosity
Ability to work at our home office located in Omaha, Nebraska
Preferred
Proven ability to lead largescale engineering transformation, including Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD, cloud adoption, modernization of legacy platforms, and cloud native architecture delivery
Expertise in building platform engineering capabilities (SRE, developer productivity platforms, shared services) and shaping multiyear technology roadmaps aligned to corporate strategy
Success implementing remote first processes, tooling, and collaboration models while maintaining engagement and accountability across distributed teams
Background evaluating or deploying AI/ML, automation, or emerging technologies to drive business impact; participation in industry groups or advisory boards is valued
Benefits
401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.
Work-life balance with unlimited vacation and paid holidays.
Company
Mutual of Omaha
Mutual Of Omaha is a mutual insurance and financial services company helping clients achieve their financial goals.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David A. Diamond
EVP, CFO and Treasurer (Retired)
Brian Poppe
SVP, Income and Wealth Planning
Recent News
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