Software Engineer II

Horace Mann is a purpose-driven company that is passionate about educators.

The Software Engineer II is a mid-level technical role responsible for supporting the design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of software applications and business solutions. This position operates with a high degree of independence across development and maintenance activities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and scalable technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities Software Development & Maintenance

• Participate in the full development lifecycle of software applications and business process optimization projects
• Develop, enhance, and maintain applications, including upgrades and patches
• Diagnose and resolve system issues, bugs, and performance challenges
• Ensure application performance, reliability, and quality standards are met

Design & Implementation

• Assist in gathering user requirements through analysis and stakeholder discussions
• Complete design, development, testing, and debugging tasks within a team environment
• Develop and implement solutions for business optimization, including system enhancements and upgrades

Collaboration & Support

• Work collaboratively with team members and cross-functional partners to deliver solutions
• Provide feedback and guidance to less experienced engineers
• Respond to inquiries and support requests in a timely and professional manner
• Contribute to team-based problem solving and project planning activities

Continuous Improvement & DevOps

• Collaborate with DevOps teams to support system stability and CI/CD processes
• Contribute to process improvements and adoption of new technologies
• Maintain and update system documentation and development artifacts

Technical Growth & Best Practices

• Apply advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project lifecycle principles
• Utilize a variety of programming languages, web technologies, and scripting tools
• Follow coding standards, best practices, and organizational guidelines

Qualifications Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience
• 2–4 years of experience with the Guidewire application  working in  software analysis, development, and coding role.
• Guidewire Cloud certified up to the Olos release of Policy Center.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages and development frameworks
• Guidewire Tools & Technologies: Gosu, PCF, Product Model,   GX Models, Guidewire Studio, Document Assistant, Messaging Plugins,
• Programming & Scripting: Gosu, Java,  Python, SQL, PL/SQL,, JavaScript
• Experience with web technologies, scripting tools, and development protocols….
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with Guidewire cloud applications
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

 

Pay Range:

• $76,600.00 - $106,450.00

Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.

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Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow.  And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth:  We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets.

We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs.  We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them.  This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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