Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

John Hancock; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan (401k)

Paid time off

Job summary

John Hancock Life Insurance Company (USA) is hiring a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer in Boston. You will design and implement full-stack business applications, spanning UI, APIs, and server-side logic, while applying solid coding practices and modern automation.

The role requires 5+ years with AEM, HTML5/CSS3/JS, Java, and Salesforce integration, with a hybrid work arrangement from the Boston office. Strong design, testing, and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electronic Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) 6x.
• 5 years of experience with HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript.
• 5 years of Java development experience.
• 1 year of Salesforce Integration experience.
• 2 years of web design experience.
• 1 year of experience using CI/DI methods.
• 1 year of experience using database design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design end-user interfaces, databases, APIs and server-side logic for full-stack web applications.
• Apply disciplined coding practices to enable agile and high-quality code delivery.
• Use design patterns, automation, and semantic versioning where applicable.
• Develop and test across front-end and back-end components and frameworks.
• Conduct tests to meet standards and user requirements and improve performance.
• Prepare detailed system design specifications for development guides.
• Assist with automated test harness development to ensure code quality and delivery.
• Perform spikes to mitigate technical uncertainties and risks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs to improve software efficiency.
• Participate in ideation sessions to devise digital solutions and prototype designs.
• Complete deployment, maintenance, and support documentation.
• Peer review code and deliverables and pursue continuous learning and improvement.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

Java

Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) 6x

Salesforce Integration

Web design

CI/DI methods

Database design

Education

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electronic Engineering or related field

Job description

Employer: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (USA)

Job Site: 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02111

Job Title: Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer

Job Duties

Design, develop, test, deliver, maintain, and improve business applications as member of team working across full-stack through entire software development lifecycle. Duties include:

• Design end-user interfaces, databases, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and server-side logic while maintaining both front and back-end web application components;
• Apply disciplined coding practices to enable agility and delivery of high-quality code;
• Apply design patterns, automation, and semantic versioning where and when available;
• Use development frameworks and third-party libraries;
• Conduct wide range of tests and analyses to ensure software applications meet or exceed standards and end user requirements;
• Develop detailed system design specifications to serve as a guide for system/program development;
• Assist with the development of automated test harnesses to ensure delivery of high-quality code;
• Perform investigative “spikes” to mitigate technical uncertainties and risks;
• Troubleshoot errors, help resolve bugs, and improve overall efficiency of software;
• Participate in ideation and brainstorming sessions to devise creative and disruptive digital solutions;
• Create prototype designs for products using wide range of techniques;
• Complete documentation required for deployments, maintenance, support and business needs; and
• Perform peer reviews of code/deliverables and analysis of continuous learning and continuous improvement.

Work Arrangement requirement: Hybrid from Boston Office (3 days from office, 2 days from home).

Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electronic Engineering or related field and 5 years of experience using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) 6x.

Experience must include the following, which may be gained concurrently and may be gained before, during, or after Master’s degree:

• 1) 5 years of experience with HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript;
• 2) 5 years of Java development experience;
• 3) 1 year of experience troubleshooting and resolving website accessibility issues;
• 4) 2 years of experience troubleshooting and resolving performance issues;
• 5) 1 year of Salesforce Integration experience;
• 6) 2 years of web design experience;
• 7) 1 year of experience using CI/DI methods;
• 8) 1 year of experience using database design experience.

Salary: $178,131 per year

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Salary & Location

Referenced Salary Location Boston, Massachusetts

Working Arrangement Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between $107,450.00 USD - $199,550.00 USD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] for the salary range for your location.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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Company: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)