Senior Software Engineer - Java​/J2EE

General Summary

The Senior Software Engineer is a key technical leader within an Agile team, partnering closely with the Technical Product Owner and Principal Software Engineer to ensure high‑quality, scalable solutions aligned with established architecture standards. In this role, you will contribute to the conceptualization, design, development, and delivery of features across the Total Leave portfolio, working collaboratively with business area architects to shape and advance technical solutions.

Your core focus is supporting Unum’s Total Leave teams through deep expertise in Fineos and custom Fineos development—including hands‑on configuration, Java‑based enhancements, and the integration of Fineos components into Unum’s broader ecosystem. You may also research and evaluate third‑party and cloud technologies to drive efficient integrations and modernize solution capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
• 6+ years of software development experience in a Scrum/Agile environment
• Strong Java development skills, including J2EE technologies (JSP, JMS) and integrations (Web Services, APIs)
• Experience with Fineos Admin Suite (Claims) configurations and Java customizations
• Experience with relational databases (Oracle, MS SQL) and strong SQL query skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Skilled in Agile methodologies, TDD, unit testing, and automation toolsets
• Experience with continuous integration and delivery practices
• Strong communication skills with experience leading discussions and collaborating across diverse teams
• Innovative, self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and able to motivate others
• Strong team player who partners effectively across the organization

• Lead the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of new and existing application features
• Provide technical leadership for EPIC feature delivery and ensure alignment with quality attributes (performance, scalability, fault tolerance)
• Design, code, configure, test, and document software using established standards and tools
• Collaborate with architects and Principal SEs on coding standards, tools, processes, and reference architecture
• Deliver secure, scalable solutions that follow best practices and consider buy‑vs‑build and cloud‑first approaches
• Ensure the product backlog contains appropriate technical stories and support prioritization
• Mentor Software Engineers and Associate Engineers
• Maintain accountability for solution quality from design through production
• Communicate and collaborate with key stakeholders throughout feature delivery
• Stay current on third‑party/cloud technologies and their implementation
• Assess technical impacts and coordinate implementation of new product releases
• Participate in sizing, estimation, code reviews, sprint ceremonies, and retrospectives
• Ensure high‑quality feature delivery through manual and automated testing and CI practices
• Support architectural alignment and contribute to proofs of concept and prototyping
• Partner with Business Analysts, UX designers, Test Engineers, and Technical Support to ensure successful delivery and production readiness
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation within the team
• May serve as Scrum Master when needed
• Maintain ALM tools and communicate progress and impediments during feature delivery

• $89,400.00-$ base salary range (actual pay based on skill, location, and experience)
• Healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental)
• Insurance benefits (short & long‑term disability)
• Performance‑based incentive plans
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not
• Other benefits and rewards subject to Plan terms and conditions

Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.