IND Senior Software Engineer
Summary
Senior Software Engineer at The Hartford's India Global Capability Center (Puppalaguda) designing, building, and maintaining enterprise software that supports the insurer's core insurance operations, while mentoring juniors and shaping architecture. Core stack: Java/C#/Python, SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud platforms, microservices, and CI/CD in an Agile environment.
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 Senior Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex software solutions for Hartford Fire Insurance Company, contributing to high-impact projects that enhance our core insurance operations.
Job Responsibilities:**
* Lead the design, development, and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure software applications across the full software development lifecycle.
* Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and other engineering teams to define technical requirements, scope projects, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
* Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and promote best practices in software development, including design patterns, clean code, and testing methodologies.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions to ensure system reliability and performance.
* Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, identifying opportunities for system improvements, modernization, and innovation.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, API documentation, and deployment guides.
* Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and evaluate their potential applicability to Hartford's technology landscape.
* Participate in agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, actively contributing to team success.
* Ensure adherence to security standards, compliance regulations, and internal company policies throughout the development process.
Job Qualifications:**
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
* 5+ years of progressive experience in software development, with a strong emphasis on enterprise-level applications.
* Proficiency in one or more object-oriented programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or similar.
* Extensive experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
* Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and microservices architecture.
* Solid understanding of front-end technologies and frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) is a plus.
* Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and automated testing frameworks.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
* Prior experience in the insurance or financial services industry is highly desirable.
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