Associate Software Engineer - Java

Associate Software Engineer - IE08EE

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

** Position Summary*
* Middle & Large Business IT is seeking a highly motivated  
** Associate Software Engineer
** to join our Agile product development team. This role provides an excellent opportunity for early-career software engineers to develop technical expertise while contributing to the design, development, testing, and support of business-critical applications that enable underwriting, policy administration, and digital transformation initiatives.

The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, eager to learn modern software engineering practices, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment to deliver innovative solutions that improve business outcomes.

This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Hartford, CT or Charlotte, NC) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

** Key Responsibilities*
* + Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions under the guidance of senior engineers and technical leads.

+ Participate in all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives.

+ Contribute to application enhancements, defect resolution, and performance improvement initiatives.

+ Develop and execute unit tests and assist with integration and system testing activities.

+ Troubleshoot production and non-production issues and support root cause analysis efforts.

+ Collaborate with business partners, product owners, architects, and fellow engineers to understand requirements and develop technical solutions.

+ Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.

+ Learn and apply modern software engineering practices, including CI/CD, Dev Ops, automated testing, and secure coding standards.

+ Utilize AI-powered development tools and modern engineering practices to improve productivity, code quality, testing, documentation, and software delivery.

+ Create and maintain technical documentation as required.

+ Support cloud modernization and digital transformation initiatives across the MLB IT portfolio.

** Required Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.

+ 0-3 years of software development experience (internships and co-op experience considered).

+ Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and software development fundamentals.

+ Experience or coursework in one or more programming languages such as:

+ Java

+ JavaScript / Type Script

+ Python

+ C#

+ Basic knowledge of:

+ REST APIs

+ SQL and relational databases

+ Git or source control systems

+ Agile development methodologies

+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

+ Demonstrated willingness to learn new technologies and business domains.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Exposure to modern Java frameworks such as Spring Boot.

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Experience with Angular, React, or modern web development frameworks.

+ Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS.

+ Knowledge of CI/CD tools and Dev Ops practices.

+ Understanding of microservices architecture and API development.

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Experience with automated testing frameworks.

+ Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), or AI-assisted development tools such as Git Hub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies.

+ Demonstrated interest in leveraging AI to enhance software development, automate repetitive tasks, and improve engineering efficiency.

** Success Factors*
* + Strong learning agility and curiosity.

+ Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

+ Accountability and ownership mindset.

+ Passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

+ Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, including AI-driven software engineering practices and intelligent automation.

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