Senior Engineer - Military Veterans
at American Family Insurance
This position collaborates with others in the division to provide and maintain applications that meet business needs. Responsible for software design and development for moderate to complex business solutions, providing technical guidance and leadership for specific applications.
Position Compensation Range:
$107,000.00 - $181,000.00Pay Rate Type:
SalaryCompensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.
Duties and Responsibilities
Full Stack Development
- Design, develop, and maintain web applications using Java and .NET frameworks.
- Implement front-end interfaces using modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js). (Good to have)
- Develop server-side logic, APIs, and database layers to support application functionality.
Software Design and Architecture
- Participate in architectural discussions and design scalable, maintainable solutions.
- Ensure alignment with project requirements and organizational goals.
- Implement design patterns and best practices to optimize performance and reliability.
Collaboration and Teamwork
- Work with product stakeholders to establish software requirements
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, QA engineers, and DevOps teams.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers.
- Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality standards.
Problem Solving and Debugging
- Identify, analyze, and resolve software bugs and performance bottlenecks.
- Conduct root cause analysis for critical issues and implement corrective actions.
Continuous Improvement
- Stay updated with the latest technologies, frameworks, and development practices.
- Proactively suggest and implement improvements to enhance system efficiency and user experience.
Testing and Deployment
- Write and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
- Support the deployment process and ensure smooth production releases.
- Monitor applications post-deployment and address any issues promptly.
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
Technical Skills:
- Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java (Spring/Spring Boot), .NET (ASP.NET Core, MVC), and JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Front-End Development: Strong experience with frameworks like React, Angular. ( Good to have)
- Back-End Development: Expertise in building RESTful APIs, microservices, and working with server-side frameworks.
- Database Management: Experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySql)
- DevOps: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration tools (Good To have)
- Version Control: Proficient with Git and GitLab/GitHub workflows.
- Code Scanning : Working knowledge of code scanning tools such as sonarcube, snyk
Competencies:
- Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze complex problems and design effective solutions.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Teamwork: Proven experience working in collaborative environments and contributing to team success.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing requirements and work in a fast-paced environment.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/JOB EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience as a Full Stack Developer in Java and .NET technologies.
- Experience in agile development methodologies.
- Certifications in Java, .NET, or related frameworks are a plus.
Additional Requirements (Good to have)
- Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with logging and monitoring tools (e.g., Datadog).
In this flex office/home role, you will be expected to work a minimum of 10 days per month from one of the following office locations: Boston, MA 02110
Candidates must reside within a 35-mile radius for Boston.
Internal Candidates that apply must be located in Boston and adhere to the 10day a month Hybrid policy.
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements listed above. Skills can be used in many different ways, and your life and professional experience may be relevant beyond what a list of requirements will capture. We encourage those who are passionate about what we do to apply!
We provide benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. You will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health. We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution, a pension plan, an annual incentive, 9 paid holidays and a paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees). In addition, our student loan repayment program and paid-family leave are available to support our employees and their families. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for American Family Insurance Group benefits.
We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination, non-harassment and equal opportunity. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
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At the American Family Insurance Group* passion & purpose fill the halls. We’re striving to attract and retain a diverse workplace. We believe a strong culture of diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to inspiring, protecting and restoring the dreams of our customers — and our employees. It’s why we’re committed to creating a collaborative environment where uniqueness is valued and individuals are treated equitably. We’re focused on building key partnerships, driving the accountability of our leaders, and embedding critical equity and inclusion learnings into the fabric of our business. Your ideas, your background, and your experience make a difference. They’re vital to our company’s success. We deliver diversified and innovative insurance solutions by keeping up with the ever-changing demands of our customers. We understand that we can only do this with a diverse workforce.
We Value the Heroes Who Have Served for us. Please click the below to see how we are honoring our Military Veterans like you!
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Read more about our pledge for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion https://www.amfam.com/providing-support/diversity-and-inclusion
*The American Family Insurance Group includes American Family Insurance, Homesite, Main Street America, and CONNECT, powered by American Family Insurance. Across these companies the group has nearly 13,000 employees nationwide and is the nation’s 12th-largest property/casualty insurance group, ranking No. 243 on the Fortune 500 list.
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