Software Engineer
The Software Engineer II is a mid-level engineering role responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and enhancement of software applications and systems. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy on development and maintenance activities while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-quality solutions. The engineer contributes to innovation, process improvement, and technical excellence across the organization. Software Development & Delivery Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications and systems. Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment. Implement enhancements, upgrades, and patches to existing applications. Diagnose and resolve system defects, performance issues, and production incidents. Ensure application performance, reliability, and quality standards are met. Technical Execution & Innovation Contribute to continuous improvement through research and application of new and existing technologies. Participate in proof-of-concept (POC) efforts to evaluate solutions supporting business and technology initiatives. Support enterprise application portfolio strategies and modernization efforts. Create, maintain, and enhance reusable components and packages (e.g., NuGet, NPM). Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze user needs, and deliver effective solutions. Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve system stability through CI/CD pipelines and automation. Partner with team members and stakeholders to support project planning, problem-solving, and execution. Provide guidance and feedback to junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing. Operational Support & Continuous Improvement Maintain and support existing applications, ensuring ongoing stability and performance. Respond to inquiries, issues, and service requests in a timely and professional manner. Identify opportunities to improve development processes, tools, and team effectiveness. Contribute to enhancing development capabilities and engineering best practices across teams.
Qualifications
Professional Background Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent experience). 2–4 years of experience in software development, analysis, and coding. Technical Skills Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project lifecycle principles. Proficiency in one or more programming languages and modern development frameworks. Experience with web technologies, APIs, and/or scripting tools. Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems. Core Competencies Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking Ability to diagnose issues, analyze requirements, and deliver effective solutions. Collaboration & Communication Strong teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Professional communication when working with business partners and external vendors. Ownership & Execution Capable of working independently on assigned tasks while contributing to team goals. Takes accountability for delivering high-quality work on time. Continuous Learning & Mentorship Actively develops technical skills and stays current with emerging technologies. Supports and mentors less experienced team members. Pay Range: $76,600.00 - $106,450.00 Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc. #VIZI #LI-LM1 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 For applicants that are California residents, please review our California Consumer Privacy Notice All applicants should review our Horace Mann Privacy Policy Apply To This Job