Jobs at Northwestern Mutual

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Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services firm founded in 1857, has evolved into a tech‑centric organization that delivers digital wealth‑management solutions, insurance products, and data‑driven financial planning. Their technology teams build scalable cloud platforms, advanced analytics dashboards, and secure mobile experiences that support millions of clients worldwide.

Tech hires span software engineering, data science, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, product management, UX design, and data engineering. Candidates can expect a structured interview process that blends coding challenges, system‑design discussions, and behavioral questions focused on client impact and collaboration. Compensation packages are competitive, often including base salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

By exploring Northwestern Mutual listings on Job Transparency, you gain immediate insight into pay ranges, employee sentiment, and hiring trends. Transparent salary data lets you benchmark offers against industry averages, while sentiment scores reveal real‑world work‑life balance and growth opportunities. This information equips you to negotiate confidently and choose roles that align with your career goals.

Principal Software Engineer

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Liberty Mutual is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in USRM Claims for a hybrid role based in Plano, TX. The successful candidate will work in an agile environment, developing creative solutions for claims products, and utilizing technologies like React, Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, AWS, and more. The role involves accelerating speed to market, building RESTful services, and mentoring junior developers. Qualifications include excellent communication skills, proficiency in multiple programming languages, and knowledge of cloud architecture concepts. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical or business discipline is required.

Senior Actuarial Analyst, Personal Auto Liability Reserving

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Boston, MA / Remote

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Liberty Mutual's U.S. Retail Markets Actuarial Reserving team is seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst. The role involves leading the quarterly reserve review for Personal Auto Liability, collaborating with various departments, monitoring trends, and driving innovation. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, relevant experience, and proficiency in actuarial techniques. They must also demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with the potential to mentor and train others.

Technical Consultant I/II, Risk Control - All Lines & Property

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Liberty Mutual is seeking a Technical Consultant for a hybrid/remote position with travel to clients approximately 3 days a week. The role involves providing highly complex consultative services to customers within a specialty segment or territory, conducting on-site evaluations, and creating/implementing service plans to control customer's source of risk, loss, and costs. The consultant will also serve as a trainer/mentor to less experienced consultants and enhance the company's leadership position in the safety field through speaking engagements and developing key relationships. Advanced knowledge, skills, and experience in Property, Ergonomics, and Manufacturing are preferred. The position requires regular travel and typically needs a bachelor's degree with coursework in math, engineering, or related areas, along with at least 8 years of directly related consulting experience. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal, writing, and communication skills, and may be working towards or have obtained an advanced degree and/or professional certification in areas like CSP, ARM, CRM, CPCU, CIH, or CPE.

Senior Underwriting Officer, Middle Markets Construction

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Orange, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Liberty Mutual offers a competitive salary for the Senior Underwriting Officer role in Middle Market Construction, with opportunities for growth and progression. The role involves providing technical underwriting assistance, serving as a point of contact for underwriting teams, and ensuring alignment between Primary and Excess Casualty placements. Key responsibilities include expert technical underwriting, interacting with field underwriters and UW managers, monitoring underwriting decision frameworks, and driving UW technical excellence. The ideal candidate should possess expert-level knowledge of coverage forms, exclusions, and exposure, along with advanced knowledge of the Construction industry and insurance operations.

Remote Inside Sales Representative

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Liberty Mutual offers a Remote Inside Sales Agent position with a starting base salary of $45K, growing to an average earning range of $55K-$75K, and potential for top performers to earn up to $85K+ in their second year. The role involves handling inbound calls and warm leads, consulting with customers on insurance needs, and matching appropriate coverages. The company provides paid training, comprehensive medical benefits, and a supportive work environment with no cold calls. Qualified candidates should have 2-3 years of sales experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a Property & Casualty Insurance license.

Insurance Defense Staff Legal Attorney, California

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Liberty Mutual is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join their legal team. The role involves managing the entire legal process, from investigation to trial, and representing clients in various proceedings. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits including bonuses, flexible time off, and retirement plans. They value a healthy work/life balance and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. The ideal candidate should have a JD degree, membership in the California Bar, and at least three years of experience in insurance litigation.

Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Construction

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Posted Jan 21, 2025

The Executive Underwriter role at Liberty Mutual involves underwriting policies independently, managing a portfolio of brokers/agents & clients, and developing profitable business. The role requires a degree in Business, 7-10+ years of underwriting experience, and a CPCU designation is preferred. Key responsibilities include managing relationships, providing data-driven insights, collaborating across teams, and mentoring other underwriters. Liberty Mutual is recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' with a commitment to diversity and inclusion, offering competitive salaries and benefits.

Remote Inside Sales Representative

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Liberty Mutual offers a Remote Inside Sales Agent role with a starting base salary of $45K, growing to an average earning range of $55K-$75K through base salary and commission. Top performers can earn up to $85K+. The role involves handling inbound calls, consulting with customers on insurance needs, and converting leads into policyholders. Paid training, comprehensive medical benefits, and no cold calls are provided. The position requires 2-3 years of sales experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a Property & Casualty Insurance license. Liberty Mutual fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace with opportunities for rewards and recognition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Northwestern Mutual?
Employees describe a culture centered on integrity, long‑term client relationships, and continuous learning. The company offers robust professional development programs, mentorship, and a focus on work‑life balance, especially in tech teams that collaborate across regions and embrace agile methodologies.
What types of positions are available at Northwestern Mutual?
The tech talent pool includes software engineers, data scientists, cloud architects, cybersecurity analysts, product managers, UX designers, data engineers, and DevOps specialists. Roles range from entry‑level to senior leadership, with opportunities to work on cloud migration, AI‑driven analytics, and mobile app development.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Showcase measurable impact in past projects, align your portfolio with Northwestern Mutual’s industry focus on data security and client experience, and prepare for both technical and behavioral interviews. Highlight experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), data pipelines, and collaboration tools like Jira and Slack. Demonstrate a growth mindset and a commitment to ethical finance practices.

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