Staff Software Engineer

The Hartford; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 114,720 - 172,080; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer in Charlotte, NC. The role involves technical leadership, hands-on coding, and code quality assurance while working in a hybrid arrangement. Candidates should have over 5 years of software development experience, strong skills in Java or .NET, and familiarity with cloud platforms. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $114,720 to $172,080 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in application software development.
• Strong understanding of Object‑Oriented design and cloud platforms.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and enforce application architecture.
• Lead teams while performing hands-on coding.
• Conduct code reviews and maintain coding standards.
• Guide junior engineers to enhance team capabilities.
• Proactively communicate risks and issues to stakeholders.
• Lead innovation efforts leveraging modern technologies.

Skills

Object‑Oriented design

Java or .NET frameworks

Front‑end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Cloud platforms (AWS)

REST/SOAP API services

DevOps tools (GitHub, Jenkins)

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

GitHub

Jenkins

SonarQube

Job description

Staff Software Engineer - IE07IE

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.

The Hartford is searching for a Staff Software Engineer within the Personal Lines organization that will have end‑to‑end technical accountabilities in application development for personal lines portfolio in a highly distributed, integrated, multi‑platform environment. This team is passionate for technology and strives to build well‑architected and innovative solutions for the business as well as fundamentally treats IT Operations as Software Engineering and adopted Scrum development methodology and core agile engineering practices such as continuous integration and test‑driven development.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership, enforcing the vision of the application architecture and integrity of the application environment in alliance with architects and other tech leads.
• Hands‑On Coding: Lead teams while also performing hands‑on coding to stay connected with the technical aspects of the projects.
• Code Quality: Conduct code reviews to maintain high standards in coding and reliability.
• Mentorship: Guiding junior engineers to enhance team capabilities and foster growth.
• Communicate Effectively: Proactively communicate risks, issues, and mitigations to stakeholders.
• Embrace Future Technologies: Lead innovation efforts, leveraging modern technologies to solve customer problems. Knowledge of implementing solutions through Gen AI is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in application software development.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of Object‑Oriented design, Java or .NET frameworks, front‑end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, JSON, Angular/React, XML, XSLT, SQL), and cloud platforms (preferably AWS). Must have a strong working experience as Designer/Developer of REST/SOAP API services, both as consumer & provider.
• DevOps Knowledge: Experience with continuous integration and DevOps tools (GitHub, Jenkins, Rally, SonarQube).
• Tech Savvy: Passionate about staying current with technology trends, experimenting with modern technologies, and participating in internal tech communities.
• Agile Practitioner: Experience with agile or scrum methodologies.
• Soft Skills: Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of P&C Insurance and low coding platforms (Duck Creek) is a plus.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field preferred.

Work Arrangement

This role will have a Hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

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

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:
$114,720 - $172,080

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Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

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