Software Engineer I - Hybrid

Our Fortune 500 company is driving a digital transformation and looking for forward-thinking innovators to disrupt how our industry thinks about and uses technology. As one of the world's leading employee benefits providers, we help millions of people gain affordable access to benefits that help them protect their families, their finances and their futures.

Are you an asker of questions, a solver of problems, and a challenger of the status quo? Our mission is to provide a differentiated customer experience and exceed the expectations people have of technology at any company — not just insurers. 

We are seeking individuals to join our team of talented IT professionals who share never-ending passion and an unwavering focus on our customer experience. Team members comfortable working in an agile, fast-paced, and delivery-focused environment thrive in our environment where we value an entrepreneurial spirit and those who challenge the status-quo.

Unum is changing, and we’re excited about what’s next. Join us.

General Summary:The Software Engineer I will play a critical role in the design, development, and maintenance of software solutions that support the business’s goals. Collaborating with agile team members and stakeholders, the Software Engineer I ensures high-quality software delivery through unit testing, continuous integration practices, and adherence to company standards.
This position requires strong problem-solving skills, a passion for technology, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
*** This is a hybrid opportunity, defined at 2 days onsite per week at our Chattanooga, TN, Atlanta, GA, Columbia, SC or Portland, ME campus ***

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent relevant experience.

• 2+ years of proven success in software development, particularly at the Associate level.

• Proficiency in Java and C# Object-Oriented Programming, including .NET Framework/Core 5.0+.

• Experience building and supporting RESTful APIs.

• Familiarity with AWS technologies (e.g., API Gateway, Lambda, Cloudwatch, S3, Connect).

• Strong SQL skills, including writing queries, stored procedures, and table modifications.

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and continuous integration practices.

• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative team-oriented approach.

• A strong desire for continuous learning and professional growth.

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with version updates in .NET.

• Familiarity with JavaScript, React.js, Typescript.

• Experience with unit testing frameworks like Jest or Mocha.

• Understanding of Web Accessibility guidelines.

• Basic knowledge of web analytics.

• Experience with DevOps and CI/CD concepts.

• Cloud development experience with a provider like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain new features for business applications.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of software features.

• Develop, configure, test, and document software in accordance with agreed standards.

• Participate in estimation, sizing, and agile sprint planning activities.

• Engage in daily scrum meetings, report progress, and escalate issues as needed.

• Conduct code reviews and participate in sprint retrospectives to identify areas for improvement.

• Ensure high-quality software through manual and automated testing and integration.

• Align software solutions with company architecture and standards.

• Collaborate with Business Analysts and UX designers to define and implement technical solutions.

• Assist Test Engineers in ensuring software meets production standards.

• Automate software testing processes to enhance efficiency and coverage.

• Maintain visibility of project progress using Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools and participate in standups and team meetings.

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Our company is built on helping individuals and families, and this starts with our employees. We want employees to maintain a positive balance, which is why we provide access to the benefits and resources they need to invest in themselves. From our onsite fitness facilities and generous paid time off to employee professional development programs, we are committed to helping employees live and work their best – both inside and outside the office.

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.

The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.

$60,500.00-$123,400.00

Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 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. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.

Company:

Unum