Specialist, Software Engineer - India (Quantum Computing Engineer)

If you're passionate about being part of a dynamic organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to drive innovation and adopt new technologies that deliver business results, then Nationwide's Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, on your side goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Join Nationwide Technology's Emerging Technology team and help evaluate the technologies shaping the future of our business. This role is ideal for a curious, hands-on software engineer who enjoys exploring new technologies, building prototypes, and translating innovative ideas into practical business solutions. While this position has a strong emphasis on quantum computing and advanced computing concepts, it also offers the opportunity to work across AI, machine learning, agentic systems, cryptography, and other emerging technologies.

In This Role, You Will

• Research and evaluate emerging technologies, with a primary focus on quantum computing and quantum inspired solutions.
• Design, develop, and test proof of concepts and prototypes to assess technical feasibility and business value.
• Partner with architecture, engineering, product, security, and business teams to identify opportunities where emerging technologies can solve real business challenges.
• Conduct experiments, analyze results, and communicate findings through clear technical recommendations and reusable documentation.
• Apply sound software engineering practices, security principles, and engineering standards throughout the prototyping process.
• Stay informed on emerging technology trends and help shape future innovation opportunities across Nationwide Technology.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on experience with quantum computing, quantum inspired algorithms, advanced computing, or related research and development.
• Experience with technologies such as Qiskit, Cirq, Azure Quantum, Amazon Braket, or comparable quantum development platforms.
• Experience developing software in Python, with exposure to AI and machine learning frameworks preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast paced, exploratory environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to a variety of audiences.
  
  

Job Description Summary

If you're enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results. If that sounds like something you aspire to, we want to hear from you!

As a Software Engineer, you will focus primarily on providing high quality, efficient technology solutions to business partners by crafting new software applications or modifying and/or supporting existing packaged or custom-built applications. In this capacity, you'll analyze, code, configure, test, debug, document and maintain applications.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyses, solutions, develops, tests, debugs, documents and deploys software according to standards in an agile environment.
• Applies secure software and systems engineering practices throughout the delivery lifecycle to ensure our data and technology solutions are protected from threats and vulnerabilities.
• Uses DevSecOps practices, tooling and techniques.
• Drives continuous improvement and learning through ongoing training, practice and innovation.
• Manages medium to large project priorities, deadlines and deliverables proactively.
• Additional responsibilities may include collaboration across teams and adherence to company standards.
• [Include India-specific compliance or domain needs, e.g., DPDPA, RBI, IRDAI]
• [Mention collaboration with global teams if applicable]
  
  

Education

Qualifications & Experience:

Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, or other related degree. Technology experience or non-traditional technology certificates can be substituted for an undergraduate degree.

Experience

Four or more years of analysis and technology experience.

[Optional: Mention exposure to Indian data systems or regulations.]

Technical Skills

• CI/CD
• Cloud Computing
• Programming Languages
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Software Engineering
• Software Security
• Software Testing
• Systems Integration
  
  

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work in agile and global environments
• Time management and prioritization
• Proficiency in one or more programming language such as Java, C++, Python, JavaScript.
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to tackle complex business and development problems.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment. Insurance/financial services industry knowledge a plus.
  
  

Additional Information

Reporting Structure:

Reports to Manager or Director.

Location Flexibility:

Hybrid/Remote/In-office with periodic in-office collaboration

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nationwide is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, gender, disability, religion, or other protected categories.