Senior Application Engineer (REMOTE or HYBRID TO MA)

Hanover Insurance Company; Worcester (MA); Remote; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401K with a company match

PTO

Cultural Awareness Day

Job summary

Hanover Insurance Company is looking for a highly skilled Senior Application Engineer to join their Worcester team. This role offers remote or hybrid work options and involves designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions. Candidates should have over 5 years of software development experience, particularly with Java and React. Responsibilities include full software lifecycle participation and mentoring junior developers. Comprehensive benefits include medical insurance and a 401K with a company match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on full-stack development experience with React + Java.
• Expert knowledge of Java and Spring Boot.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop highly reliable full-stack solutions using React.js and Spring Boot.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing and code reviews.

Skills

Java

React.js

Spring Boot

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

GitHub Copilot

Job description

Senior Application Engineer (REMOTE or HYBRID TO MA)

Worcester, MA, USA

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Application Engineer to join our software development team in our Worcester office. This role offers flexibility and can be performed fully in-office or hybrid. Remote work location will be considered.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

In this role, you will play a crucial part in designing, developing, and maintaining high‑quality software solutions. You will participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.

This is a full time, exempt role.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Design and develop highly reliable full‑stack solutions using React.js and Spring Boot.
• Build new applications, prototypes, and proof‑of‑concept solutions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including architects, business analysts, and QA engineers.
• Own the design, coding, unit testing, deployment, and monitoring of the software you build.
• Work closely with product owners, developers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on solution delivery.
• Translate business requirements into scalable, high‑performing systems.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.
• Optimize application performance, security, and stability.
• Participate in architecture and design reviews.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership.
• Contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and process improvements.
• Build knowledge of P&C insurance concepts, business processes, and Hanover systems.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field OR 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong work ethic, prioritization skills, and attention to detail.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• 3+ years of hands‑on full‑stack development experience (React + Java).
• Expert knowledge of Java and Spring Boot.
• Strong knowledge of React.js.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of monitoring, observability, and application performance management.
• Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (i.e. Lawful Permanent Residence or US Citizen).

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• Experience with containerization (Kubernetes, Docker).
• Experience using GitHub Copilot or similar AI‑assisted development platforms.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, and deployments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with UX/UI concepts and front‑end best practices.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through 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 life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• PTO
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On‑site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)

Compensation: The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short‑term incentive), long‑term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The 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 disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: [e-mail] and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.