Horace Mann
9 months ago
Software Engineer II
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Company information
- Company
- Horace Mann
- Location
- Springfield, IL United States
- Posted
- 9 months ago
Job description
As a Software Engineer II, you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of proprietary software applications while leveraging modern AI-powered development tools to enhance efficiency. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize software applications, leveraging modern technologies and AI-powered tools to enhance system performance and streamline business processes.
You will gain experience in modern front-end frameworks (React.js or similar), GraphQL APIs, and infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform or similar), while also leveraging low-code platforms to build and enhance agent- and customer-facing application UIs, accelerating development and improving user experiences. Additionally, you will utilize AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, Tabnine) to streamline coding, automate repetitive tasks, and improve code quality.
This position is ideal for a technically skilled, growth-oriented engineer who enjoys collaborating within a team, solving problems, and learning modern software development methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
Software Development & AI-Enhanced Engineering
- Develop and maintain C#, .NET Core, and SQL-based applications, leveraging AI-powered coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex) to enhance productivity.
- Assist in the development of modern front-end applications using React.js (or similar frameworks and low code platforms) and GraphQL (or REST APIs).
- Participate in the design, documentation, testing, and debugging of applications while ensuring best coding practices.
- Implement infrastructure automation using Terraform (or similar Infrastructure-as-Code tools) to improve deployment consistency.
- Work with low-code platforms to build front-end applications for agents and customers, streamlining business processes.
Collaboration & Business Integration
- Work closely with senior engineers, business users, and cross-functional teams to understand technical requirements and user needs.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of new features and functionality, as well as enhancements and optimizations for existing applications.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting, working with the team to resolve application issues.
- Participate in discussions to determine business value-driven priorities for development efforts.
Continuous Learning & Mentorship
- Stay current with emerging technologies, AI-powered development tools, and modern engineering practices.
- Learn from senior engineers while also collaborating with and supporting junior developers.
- Contribute to team discussions on modern software architecture, DevOps automation, and AI-driven development.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering
Required skills
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