Software Engineer

Software Engineer

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development of GenAI-powered applications for the Operations IT team in a complex, multi-platform environment. This role involves significant use of GenAI tools and techniques such as prompt engineering and integration with enterprise systems to deliver intelligent, scalable solutions that optimize operations and drive efficiency. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design well architected, innovative systems. Our team treats IT operations as software engineering, embracing Scrum and agile practices like continuous integration, test-driven development and automation to ensure speed, quality, and reliability.

Responsibilities:

Hands-On Development and Code Quality:

Involve in design and development of GenAI-powered applications, creating POCs and prototypes to validate ideas and accelerate delivery. Drive significant usage of GenAI tools to consistently ship products, improve software delivery speed, and enhance coding practices. Write clean, maintainable code and perform code reviews to ensure quality and strong test coverage.

Mentorship:

Actively share knowledge and collaborate with peers on GenAI techniques, modern engineering practices, and agile methodologies.

Innovation:

Experiment with cutting-edge GenAI technologies to create new capabilities and improve operational workflows. Contribute ideas for innovation and process improvements that enhance business impact.

Qualifications:

3+ years of software engineering experience as an individual contributor. Proficiency in Java, API development, and database technologies, with additional experience in Python as a plus. Familiarity with GenAI tools and eagerness to learn and apply them in development. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with peers and stakeholders. Passion for continuous learning and expand technical capabilities to support business growth.

Technical Skills:

Programming: Java, Python, API integration, Angular or React. Database: SQL, NoSQL (PostgreSQL, MongoDB). Cloud Databases: AWS RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, BigQuery. GenAI Tools: GitHub Copilot, Vertex AI. Cloud Platforms: AWS or GCP.

This role will have a hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship. The company will not support the STEM OPT I-983 Training Plan endorsement for this position.

Compensation: The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $88,000 - $132,000. Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age.