Life Insurance Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Accounting Suspense Analyst

Company: American Equity

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 06, 2022

The company, American Equity Investment Life Holding Company, is committed to providing quality products and excellent customer service. They have a strong culture of collaboration, ownership, and innovation, and have been successful in funding over half a million retirements nationwide.

Actuarial Modeling Senior Analyst

Company: Global Atlantic Financial Group

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 07, 2022

Global Atlantic Financial Group is a leader in the U.S. life insurance and annuity industry, seeking a diverse team of talented individuals. The company offers a total rewards package, including educational assistance, virtual physical therapy, and a medical second opinion program.

CE Program Manager

Company: Microsoft

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Sep 29, 2022

The job posting is for a Critical Environment Program Manager in Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) team. The role involves managing data center operations, ensuring compliance with infrastructure operations standardization, and driving cost/energy efficiency projects. The team is focused on personal and professional development, and offers trainings and opportunities for employees.

Actuary, Modeling

Company: American Equity

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 12, 2022

The company, American Equity Investment Life Holding Company, is committed to providing quality products and excellent customer service. They have a strong culture of collaboration, ownership, and innovation, and have been successful in funding over half a million retirements nationwide.

Senior UX Researcher

Company: John Deere

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 08, 2022

John Deere is investing in its people and technology to tackle the world's biggest challenges, with a focus on making sure there is enough food, fiber, and infrastructure for the rapidly growing world. The company is looking for a Senior UX Researcher to conduct user research activities and provide insights to drive meaningful change for customers. The position is based in Urbandale, IA and requires a Master's Degree in Human Factors, Cognitive Psychology, Human Computer Interaction, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field. The company offers a comprehensive reward package, including flexible work arrangements, highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses, savings & retirement benefits, healthcare benefits, and numerous discount programs for personal use.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Company: John Deere

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 13, 2022

John Deere is investing in its people and technology to tackle the world's biggest challenges, with a focus on food, fiber, and infrastructure for the rapidly growing world. They are looking for self-starters who can work well without close direction and have experience in software application development and reprogramming. The company offers a comprehensive reward package, including flexible work arrangements, highly competitive base pay, savings and retirement benefits, healthcare benefits, and more.

Intern - IT Software Development

Company: Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 09, 2022

Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company of Iowa is looking for software development interns to work in their Agile IT department. The internship is paid and offers a potential full-time position. Interns will work on real projects and develop software solutions.

Software Engineer - Test

Company: John Deere

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 05, 2022

John Deere is a company that aims to make a positive impact on the world by providing innovative products and solutions. They are committed to creating a culture that brings out the best in their employees and values diversity and inclusion.

Intern - IT Network Security

Company: Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 09, 2022

Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Company of Iowa is offering a paid internship for undergraduate students to work in IT security. The internship is located in West Des Moines and requires a junior or senior majoring in Computer Science, Cyber Security or MIS. The job involves providing user support, performing security tool administration, and assisting with vulnerability assessments.

Manager, Business Consulting

Company: Nationwide

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 09, 2022

The job description is for a Manager, Business Consulting position at Nationwide's Property and Casualty team. The role involves leading a team, developing strategic priorities, and implementing tactical solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong combination of experiences with PolicyCenter, Commercial Lines, Pricing, Rating, and/or leading people.

Client Technical Support Analyst

Company: F&G

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 04, 2022

F&G is a leading provider of annuity and life insurance products, committed to helping Americans prepare for and live comfortably in retirement. The company offers a range of products and services, including desktop support and IT infrastructure project tasks.

Manager, User Testing & Support

Company: American Equity

Location: Des Moines, IA

Posted Oct 10, 2022

The company, American Equity Investment Life Holding Company, is committed to providing quality products and excellent customer service. They have a strong culture of collaboration, ownership, and innovation, and have been successful in funding over half a million retirements nationwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority in Life Insurance tech roles?
Entry‑level Actuarial Analysts earn $70k–$90k; mid‑level analysts $90k–$120k; senior analysts or data scientists $120k–$160k; directors and VP‑level roles range $160k–$220k, often with bonus and equity components.
What skills and certifications are required?
Actuarial exams (SOA/ CAS), CPCU, or CFA; proficiency in SAS, R, Python, SQL; data visualization with Tableau or Power BI; Salesforce and API integration for underwriting; knowledge of Solvency II, Dodd‑Frank, and ESG reporting frameworks.
Is remote work available for Life Insurance tech positions?
Yes—many firms offer fully remote or hybrid models for analytics, software engineering, and product roles. Typical policies allow 3–5 remote days per week, with optional in‑office meetings for cross‑functional collaboration.
What career progression paths exist in Life Insurance tech?
Start as an Actuarial Analyst or Data Scientist, advance to Senior Analyst or Automation Engineer, then to Manager or Lead Analyst, followed by Director of Analytics or VP of Technology, and ultimately Chief Data Officer or Chief Actuary.
What industry trends are shaping Life Insurance tech?
AI‑driven underwriting, real‑time pricing engines, micro‑insurance platforms, ESG risk modeling, regulatory tech (RegTech) for compliance, automated claims processing, and blockchain for policy lifecycle management.

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