Associate Integration Developer

Hastings Insurance is seeking an Associate Integration Developer to join our Data and Architectural Services team. This early-career role supports the development and maintenance of integrations between internal and external systems that support our Property and Casualty insurance operations.

Working alongside experienced developers and architects, this position provides hands-on exposure to integration technologies, application development, and enterprise systems. The Associate Integration Developer will assist with production support, development tasks, and system enhancements while building the technical foundation needed to grow within our development team.

• This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• The role may be performed onsite at our Hastings, Michigan headquarters or in a hybrid arrangement. We will also consider remote candidates who reside in one of our operating states: Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, or Wisconsin.

• Support the development and maintenance of microservices and APIs used for application and system integrations.
• Assist in implementing integrations between internal and external platforms, applications, and services.
• Review integration design documentation to understand system architecture and business processes.
• Provide support for deployed integration solutions and assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Follow established SDLC practices including coding, testing, debugging, deployment, and documentation.
• Work with senior developers to implement enhancements and improvements to integration solutions.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continue building technical skills.
• Contribute to development standards and team best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of software development concepts and system integration principles.
• Familiarity with .NET development, API development, or microservice architecture concepts.
• Understanding of database fundamentals and client/server application concepts.
• Experience with Integrated Development Environment (IDE) tools and development utilities.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to continuously learn and grow.
• Ability to prioritize and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

For more than 135 years, Hastings Insurance has helped individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most. As a trusted partner to independent agents and policyholders, we've earned a reputation for financial strength, exceptional service, and long-term stability, including an A (Excellent) financial strength rating from A.M. Best.

While we're proud of our history, we're equally focused on the future. We're investing in technology, strengthening partnerships with independent agents, and continuously evolving our products and services to meet the changing needs of our customers.

Just as importantly, we're investing in our people. Employees enjoy a collaborative, down-to-earth culture where initiative is valued, growth is encouraged, and good work is recognized. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including a 401(k) with company matching contributions, generous paid time off, tuition and professional development assistance, and company performance-based incentive compensation opportunities.

At Hastings Insurance, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a workplace where employees are treated with respect, supported in their growth, and empowered to contribute. We know that diverse perspectives lead to stronger collaboration, better decisions, and better outcomes for our customers and communities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 800-442-8277.