Required:

• 3+ in Windows desktop application development using Windows App SDK, WinUI (or similar), C#, XAML — and ideally additional experience with native Windows code (C++, Win32/WinRT/COM).
• Deep understanding of Windows application architecture, including interop between managed code (.NET) and native code.
• Proven track record of designing, building, and shipping production-quality desktop applications, with an emphasis on reliability, performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Strong experience with accessibility APIs on Windows (e.g. Microsoft UI Automation or similar), and a dedication to building accessible and inclusive software.
• Excellent software engineering fundamentals: OOP, design patterns, data structures, algorithms, memory management, multi-threading or asynchronous programming (where relevant).
• Experience leading technical design, mentoring other engineers, conducting code reviews, and making architecture-level decisions.
• Strong communication skills; ability to articulate tradeoffs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive consensus.
• A user-centric mindset: focus on building polished, intuitive, and accessible experiences for end users.

Preferred / Bonus:

• Experience with writing automated tests for UI — unit tests, integration tests, UI automation tests; familiarity with relevant testing frameworks.
• Experience with performance optimization for desktop apps (memory usage, startup time, rendering performance, high-DPI support, responsiveness under load).
• Experience with localization/globalization, right-to-left UI support, internationalization, accessibility for multiple regions.
• Familiarity with telemetry, analytics, crash reporting, logging, and error monitoring in desktop applications.
• Previous experience in shaping CI/CD workflows, release pipelines, and deployment strategies for desktop applications.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of feature areas or modules and drive them long-term, including maintenance, refactoring, and technical debt management.

What we offer

• A high-impact role: you will define architecture, shape the future of our Windows product, and directly influence what millions of users see and experience.
• A collaborative, flat-structure engineering culture — you are not just a coder, but a builder and a decision-maker.
• Opportunities to lead — mentor others, steer technical direction, and grow into broader technical leadership (e.g. Tech Lead, Architect).
• Flexibility, autonomy, and responsibility: you define how to solve problems, own features end-to-end, and contribute to long-term product vision.
• A purpose-driven mission: building software that’s reliable, accessible, and user-centered — making a real difference for people.

The United States Based Salary range for this role is: 140,000-200,000 USD/Year + Bonus + Stock depending on experience             

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Position Overview

This role will be responsible for developing and driving the electronic business and data interfaces that support our growing annuity business. The successful candidate will partner closely with operational teams, sales colleagues, industry partners, and key vendor partners to deliver scalable automation and distribution solutions.

We are seeking a Hexure (FireLight) Developer to design, configure, and optimize automation solutions across our annuity platforms. This role will focus primarily on the Hexure FireLight platform, with opportunities to leverage and integrate with other distribution platforms such as AnnuityNet (AN4) and IPipeline (Affirm). The incumbent will play a critical role in enhancing operational efficiency, improving client experience, and supporting the growth of our annuity business.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, customize, and maintain Hexure FireLight applications to support new annuity product launches, distribution automation, and operational workflows.
• Collaborate with business and IT teams to define requirements, design workflows, and implement automation solutions for annuity products.
• Partner with third-party administrators (TPAs) and vendors to implement integration capabilities using industry-standard protocols (e.g., DTCC, ACORD, IRI).
• Provide subject matter expertise on FireLight capabilities, while also contributing knowledge of AnnuityNet (AN4) and IPipeline (Affirm) where applicable.
• Create and maintain testing procedures and quality assurance standards for FireLight and related systems.
• Design, execute, and document test scenarios, including functional, regression, integration, system, and smoke testing.
• Troubleshoot errors/bugs, analyze test results, and recommend solutions and enhancements.
• Contribute in Agile project teams, reviewing user stories, preparing test cases, and providing iterative development feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in the annuity industry with a focus on technology, operations, or product implementation.
• Hands-on experience with Hexure FireLight).
• Familiarity with AnnuityNet (AN4) and IPipeline (Affirm) preferred.
• Strong understanding of annuity products, distribution channels, and operational workflows.
• Knowledge of industry-standard data exchange protocols (DTCC, ACORD, IRI).
• Proficiency in test design, execution, and automation best practices.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and iterative development cycles.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Self-starter with an Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% as needed.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. 

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Various jurisdictions have passed pay transparency laws that require companies provide salary ranges for any positions for which they are accepting applications. Global Atlantic has offices in Atlanta, Batesville, Bermuda, Boston, Des Moines, Hartford, Indianapolis, and New York City. The base salary range posted below is inclusive of the lowest cost of living geography to the highest in which we have a Global Atlantic office. 

Global Atlantic’s base salary range is determined through an analysis of similar positions in the external labor market. Base pay is just one component of Global Atlantic’s total compensation package for employees and at times we hire outside the boundaries of the salary range. Other rewards may include annual cash bonuses, long-term incentives (equity), generous benefits (including immediate vesting on employee contributions to a 401(k), as well as a company match on your contributions), and sales incentives.  Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Compensation for our more senior positions have a larger component of short-term cash bonus and long-term incentives. 

The base salary range for this role is $80,000 — $92,000 USD