Software Engineer II (Data) at Acuity Insurance

Job description

Acuity is seeking a Software Engineer II to design, build, and maintain software applications that support Acuity’s business operations. This role leverages modern programming languages and frameworks to deliver secure, efficient, and user-focused solutions. Working closely with engineers, business analysts, and cross-functional teams in an agile environment, the Software Engineer II follows best practices to ensure timely, high-quality software delivery. Responsibilities include troubleshooting production issues, providing technical support, and serving as a resource to fellow engineers through guidance and mentorship. The role also contributes to system improvements, code quality, and technical innovation across development teams. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Collaborate with other software engineers, business analysts and stakeholders to understand user needs and translate them into effective software solutions. • Maintain integrity and excellence in your work. Proactively seeking out and offering candid, constructive feedback, delivered with professionalism and empathy, to foster continuous learning and development for myself and my colleagues. • Enhance and maintain software applications by resolving bugs, rolling out new features, and optimizing performance. • Contribute to the planning and scoping of project work by providing input on effort estimation, development timelines, and deliverables. • Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code using modern frameworks and languages appropriate to the project. • Perform testing and debugging to ensure code quality, stability, and performance across environments. • Produce and maintain thorough documentation – from technical specifications and system diagrams to end-user guides. • Recognize and correct inefficiencies and errors in the specifications, code, and implementation of software solutions. • Periodically mentor other software engineers on software development concepts, practices, and procedures. • Demonstrate an understanding of your team’s data ecosystem and proactively leverage this knowledge to enhance application functionality and inform design decisions. • Identify and develop solutions to moderately complex software engineering tasks and problems. • Participate in the nightly call list for problem resolution. • Participate in regular and predictable attendance and complete mandatory training programs as determined by Acuity. • Perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of education and experience in software engineering, computer science or related field EXPERIENCE: A software engineer with 2-5 years of experience in data warehousing, preferably in the insurance industry, will generally demonstrate the skills set forth in this job description . OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: • Proficient in a range of tools and technologies, including: • Languages: Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, or COBOL, etc. • Relational or non-relational databases and related tools, such as Db2, MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, DataStage, Erwin, etc. • Familiarity with ETL/ELT and Data Pipeline Tools like IBM DataStage, FiveTran, Informatica PowerCenter, etc. • Version control tools, such as Git • Testing tools and frameworks, such as JUnit, Bruno, Postman, MettleCI • Strong analytical thinker with the ability to break down moderately complex problems and identify practical solutions. • Excellent communicator and team player, skilled at working with cross-functional teams. • Capable of undertaking development tasks with limited guidance from senior software engineers. • Proficient in creating and updating documentation, test plans, and disaster recovery procedures. • Passion for delivering high-quality and reliable results. *Acuity does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization.* This job is classified as exempt. The salary range for this position is $90,000-$115,000 annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. For this role, Acuity offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous 401(k) contribution, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, and more. A full description of benefits and eligibility will be provided to candidates during the hiring process. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Acuity will include at least one in-person interview during the hiring process for all positions. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations to apply or during the interview process, including for in-person interviews, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@acuity.com . Acuity is dedicated to offering reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process for qualified individuals.

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Collaborate with other software engineers, business analysts and stakeholders to understand user needs and translate them into effective software solutions.
Enhance and maintain software applications by resolving bugs, rolling out new features, and optimizing performance.
Contribute to the planning and scoping of project work by providing input on effort estimation, development timelines, and deliverables.
Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code using modern frameworks and languages appropriate to the project.
Perform testing and debugging to ensure code quality, stability, and performance across environments.
Produce and maintain thorough documentation – from technical specifications and system diagrams to end-user guides.
Recognize and correct inefficiencies and errors in the specifications, code, and implementation of software solutions.
Periodically mentor other software engineers on software development concepts, practices, and procedures.
Demonstrate an understanding of your team’s data ecosystem and proactively leverage this knowledge to enhance application functionality and inform design decisions.
Identify and develop solutions to moderately complex software engineering tasks and problems.
Participate in the nightly call list for problem resolution.
Participate in regular and predictable attendance and complete mandatory training programs as determined by Acuity.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of education and experience in software engineering, computer science or related field
A software engineer with 2-5 years of experience in data warehousing, preferably in the insurance industry, will generally demonstrate the skills set forth in this job description .
Proficient in a range of tools and technologies, including:
Languages: Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, or COBOL, etc.
Relational or non-relational databases and related tools, such as Db2, MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, DataStage, Erwin, etc.
Familiarity with ETL/ELT and Data Pipeline Tools like IBM DataStage, FiveTran, Informatica PowerCenter, etc.
Version control tools, such as Git
Testing tools and frameworks, such as JUnit, Bruno, Postman, MettleCI
Strong analytical thinker with the ability to break down moderately complex problems and identify practical solutions.
Excellent communicator and team player, skilled at working with cross-functional teams.
Capable of undertaking development tasks with limited guidance from senior software engineers.

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