Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Our information technology department is seeking a principal application engineer to join our growing team in our worcester, ma corporate headquarters or remote work location consideration.
Position overview:
If you love collaborating, innovating, and learning, then we want to hear from youThis is an exciting opportunity for a principal application engineer looking for an opportunity to develop and deliver innovative solutions.
As a member of the application engineering team, you are expected to have a strong technical acumen with an in-depth understanding of the software development life cycle and associated processes and have a keen interest in the creative implementation of technology solutions.
This is a full-time, exempt role.
In this role, you will:
Interpret technical design and requirement specifications and develops code to deliver application functionality, including new products and enhancements to existing applications and products.
Perform thorough unit testing to verify the accuracy, security and quality of all software developedThis may include preparation of sample test data, execution of programs, and system integration testing.
Have a solid understanding of software development life cycle processes including requirements gathering, analysis and design, development tools and technologies, release and version control, testing methodologies and deployment management.
Identify risks and options and provides options and recommendations.
Source code management and code promotion through multiple environments (i.eDev, integration, test, prod).
Support defect lifecycle by triaging and correcting coding defects identified during quality assurance and business partner validation.
Adhere to all quality standards and procedures.
Collaborate with project team members, including external and offshore partners, during development process.
Support preparation and implementation of software releases into the production environment.
Contribute to project planning, design, and estimating activities.
Stay current and builds knowledge of multiple programming languages and related development tools.
Builds knowledge of p&c insurance concepts and hanover systems.
What you need to apply:
10+ years’ experience in java development
5+ years’ experience with agencyport development
Ability to analyze and solve problems
Effective communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn
Strong problem-solving skills
A self-starter who delivers high quality work and can adapt to new challenges, either on their own or as part of a team
Knowledge and experience with several of the following technologies:
Java
Java script
Angularjs & nodejs
Sql
Html
Xml
Xsd schema
Web services/rest service
Tomcat/websphere
Spring/hibernate
J2ee technologies
Eclipse
Linux
Career development:
It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the wayWe want you to be successful and fulfilledThrough on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.
Benefits:
We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home lifeAt the hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.
Benefits include:
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401k with a company match
Tuition reimbursement
Pto
9 company holidays
Flexible work arrangements
On-site medical/wellness center (worcester only)
Eeo statement:
“the hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customersThe company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.
Furthermore, the hanover insurance group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”
As an equal opportunity employer, hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilitiesIf you require a reasonable accommodation, as a candidate for employment, please inform the hanover talent acquisition office.
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