Job Description
JOIN THE ASSURANCE AMERICA TEAM
Do you want to be part of an organization where you are valued, and your ideas and opinions have an impact? Join the AssuranceAmerica team.
For more than 25 years, AssuranceAmerica has provided superior property and casualty insurance products through contracted independent agents and directly to customers.
Our team succeeds through diversity of thought, experiences, skills, and backgrounds.
Software Developer
AssuranceAmerica is seeking a Software Developer to join our growing ranks as we continue to transform the way technology impacts the insurance business. You will work with a small team of experienced IT professionals and interface directly with stakeholders to understand their challenges and develop solutions. Your daily contributions will have direct, positive impacts on our employees, agents, and customers.
AssuranceAmerica will not consider international applicants requiring employer sponsorship.
About the ROLE
Each day at AssuranceAmerica is different, but as Software Developer in Information Technology, you will:
•Develop, test and maintain software application using modern programming languages and frameworks
•Collaborate with business partners to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
•Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to coding standards and best practices
•Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality code and identify areas for improvement
•Debug and troubleshoot application issues, providing timely resolutions and enhancements
•Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, estimate project timelines, and deliver solutions on time
•Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and apply them to improve application development processes
•Contribute to the continuous improvement of the development team by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and mentoring junior developers when necessary
•Identify opportunities to improve the business
•Demonstrate a proactive and self-motivated approach to learning new technologies and techniques to enhance development skills.
Requirements
About YOU
•Detailed oriented
•Thrives in a fast-paced environment
•Creative, driven and motivated problem solver
•Strong analytical skills
•Can communicate complex concepts and procedures to others
•Ability to form strong relationships and work collaboratively
•Propensity to learn new programming languages and technologies
Required
•Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
•4-8 years proven experience as an Applications Developer, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry
•Strong knowledge of C#
•Strong knowledge of database management systems, preferably SQL Server
•Familiarity with JavaScript and Angular
•Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think critically and provide innovative solutions
•Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
•Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities, project requirements, and technologies
Preferred
•Knowledge of Agile/DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
•Knowledge of project management
Physical Requirements
•Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
•Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
•May be required to work on-call, evenings or weekends
Benefits
About US
•We are direct, results-driven, and dedicated to the success of our business and each other
•We cover the cost of health-related benefits for our Associates
•We are a diverse group of thinkers and doers
•We offer many opportunities to grow in your professional skills and career
•We fight homelessness by directing 5% of our earnings from each policy we sell to organizations that help those in need. We call it our Generous Policy
WHAT WE OFFER
• AssuranceAmerica provides these benefits to Associates:
o Premium healthcare plans: All full-time Associates and part-time Associates working a regular schedule of 30 hours, or more, are eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, and a Health Savings Account.
o Employer Paid Benefits: We enroll all eligible Associates in Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Travel Assist, and the Benefit Resource Card which includes Teladoc™, Pet Insurance and Health Advocate.
• Additional Benefits:
o 401(k) Employer Match: We want to help you prepare for the future, now. All full-time and part-time Associates over age 21 are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan. AssuranceAmerica will match 100% of the first 4% of an Associate's contributions.
o Engagement Events. We make time for fun activities that strengthen Associate relationships in all our locations.
o Annual Learning Credit: Want to learn something new? We'll reimburse you for approved educational assistance, up to $5,250 annually.
• Time Off:
o Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave Pay, Volunteer Time Off (VTO), Bereavement Pay, Military Leave Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
YOU'RE INVITED TO APPLY
We believe the right fit is more important than a checklist. If you have most of what we're looking for in this role and our culture and mission speak to you, contact us. We want to hear from you!