Java Software Engineer III - Bala Cynwyd, PA

First Insurance Company Of Hawaii; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

First Insurance Company Of Hawaii is seeking a Java Software Engineer III in Bala Cynwyd, PA. This role involves developing enterprise applications using Java EE technologies. Candidates should have 4+ years of application development experience and knowledge of cloud technologies, Agile methodologies, and various programming tools.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $94,000 to $125,000 based on experience and location, along with a comprehensive benefits package and bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of application development experience using Java EE (JEE) technologies.
• Hands-on development experience using Java 17, JSF, Hibernate, JavaScript, CSS, and React.
• Experience with SQL and databases such as SQL Server and Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and configure Java EE (JEE) applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams on projects.
• Drive DevOps practices, automation, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Java EE (JEE)

Java 17

JSF

Hibernate

JavaScript

CSS

React

Agile methodologies

SQL

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering

Tools

IntelliJ IDEA

Eclipse

Git

SonarQube

Octopus Deploy

Azure DevOps CI/CD

Job description

Job Summary

The Java Software Engineer III supports the configuration, development, and maintenance of enterprise applications using Java EE (JEE) technologies. In this role, the Engineer will partner with business analysts, architects, testers, and other teams to analyze business and data requirements, understand process flows, and deliver solutions that meet those requirements.

This role is ideal for a self‑motivated, hands‑on developer with strong troubleshooting skills who can analyze issues quickly, communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast‑paced service delivery environment supporting Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) and its Group Company customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and configure Java EE (JEE) applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams on projects, initiatives, and operational support
• Review business requirements documentation and provide technical analysis, solution options, and effort estimates
• Build proof‑of‑concept solutions when required to validate approach and feasibility
• Partner with business relationship teams to provide estimates and timelines for enhancements and new projects
• Plan and execute technical upgrades for Java applications
• Drive DevOps practices, automation, and continuous improvement to strengthen operational delivery
• Ensure implementation quality through unit testing and maintain high standards for code quality
• Collaborate with enterprise architects, business analysts (BAs), QA teams, and subject matter experts to design and develop end‑to‑end solutions
• Research and evaluate solution approaches considering project constraints, architecture standards, business processes, and emerging technologies
• Provide end‑to‑end application support, including maintenance, troubleshooting, QA/UAT support, and deployments across environments
• Follow and help enforce SDLC processes, departmental standards, and coding/style guidelines to ensure data and system integrity
• Comply with internal controls needed to perform job functions and administrative responsibilities
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Degree / Licenses and Professional Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred

Experience

• 4+ years of application development experience using Java EE (JEE) technologies; prior lead experience preferred
• Hands‑on development experience using Java 17, JSF, Hibernate, JavaScript, CSS, and React
• IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse (hands‑on development experience)
• Experience developing web services (SOAP/REST) and integrating with Azure API Management (APIM)
• Experience working with Agile methodologies such as Scrum
• Experience with SQL and databases such as SQL Server and Oracle
• Experience configuring and developing on JBoss, Spring Boot, or other application servers
• Experience with source code repositories (Git) and branching strategies
• Experience with unit testing and code quality/coverage tools such as SonarQube and JaCoCo
• Experience with deployment automation tools such as Octopus Deploy and Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) and integrating them into day‑to‑day engineering workflows.
• Experience building microservices and deploying to Kubernetes‑based containers preferred
• Experience in the insurance industry (P&C) preferred

Knowledge

• Knowledge of packaged applications such as ImageRight, DocuSign, or an insurance suite preferred
• Knowledge of cloud technology such as Azure
• Knowledge of object‑oriented analysis and design (OOAD) principles
• Knowledge of portal design concepts (integration, security, collaboration, SSO)
• Knowledge of ServiceNow for ticketing preferred
• Working knowledge of SQL or T‑SQL required

Salary

Salary range: $94,000 to $125,000. Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base.

EEO Statement

Tokio Marine Group of Companies (including, but not limited to the Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Tokio Marine America, Inc., TMNA Services, LLC, TM Claims Service, Inc. and First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to remain competitive we must attract, develop, motivate, and retain the most qualified employees regardless of age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by law.