What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer II position at Horace Mann?
As a Software Engineer II, you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of proprietary software applications while leveraging modern AI-powered development tools to enhance efficiency. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize software applications, leveraging modern technologies and AI-powered tools to enhance system performance and streamline business processes.
You will gain experience in modern front-end frameworks (React.js or similar), GraphQL APIs, and infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform or similar), while also leveraging low-code platforms to build and enhance agent- and customer-facing application UIs, accelerating development and improving user experiences. Additionally, you will utilize AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, Tabnine) to streamline coding, automate repetitive tasks, and improve code quality.
This position is ideal for a technically skilled, growth-oriented engineer who enjoys collaborating within a team, solving problems, and learning modern software development methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
Software Development & AI-Enhanced Engineering
- Develop and maintain C#, .NET Core, and SQL-based applications, leveraging AI-powered coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex) to enhance productivity.
- Assist in the development of modern front-end applications using React.js (or similar frameworks and low code platforms) and GraphQL (or REST APIs).
- Participate in the design, documentation, testing, and debugging of applications while ensuring best coding practices.
- Implement infrastructure automation using Terraform (or similar Infrastructure-as-Code tools) to improve deployment consistency.
- Work with low-code platforms to build front-end applications for agents and customers, streamlining business processes.
Collaboration & Business Integration
- Work closely with senior engineers, business users, and cross-functional teams to understand technical requirements and user needs.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of new features and functionality, as well as enhancements and optimizations for existing applications.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting, working with the team to resolve application issues.
- Participate in discussions to determine business value-driven priorities for development efforts.
Continuous Learning & Mentorship
- Stay current with emerging technologies, AI-powered development tools, and modern engineering practices.
- Learn from senior engineers while also collaborating with and supporting junior developers.
- Contribute to team discussions on modern software architecture, DevOps automation, and AI-driven development.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 3 years of experience in software development with C#, .NET Core, React or equivalent, and SQL.
- Experience working on complex assignments and supporting legacy and modern environments.
- Exposure to AI-assisted coding tools (GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, Tabnine) preferred.
- Experience with low-code platforms (Microsoft Power Apps, OutSystems, Mendix) is a plus.
- Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks (React.js, Vue.js, or Angular) and API development (GraphQL, REST).
- Basic experience with cloud computing (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, Pulumi, or similar) preferred.
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot software issues and contribute to system optimizations.
- Effective collaboration and communication skills, capable of working within a team and engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proactive and eager to learn, with a growth mindset and a willingness to adopt new technologies and best practices.
- Ability to contribute to team discussions and share knowledge, supporting a culture of continuous learning and AI-assisted development.
Pay Range:
$71,500.00 - $105,400.00
Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.
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Salary : $71,500 - $105,400
