Lead Java Software EngineerTokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) provides professional support services to Tokio Marine Group companies in the United States, including Tokio Marine America, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, and Philadelphia Insurance Companies. Customer service is our focus and our passion! Tokio Marine North America Services adds value in all that we do, providing the best professional service to our business partners, allowing them to achieve their goals.
Our talented team delivers actuarial, audit, corporate communications, financial and investment, human capital services, information technology, legal, and payroll expertise to our customers.Job SummaryThe Lead Java Software Engineer is a technical leader responsible for designing, modernizing, and delivering enterprise Java/JEE solutions. You will lead and mentor developers and partner with business analysts, project managers, QA, and enterprise architects to translate requirements into secure, scalable applications and integrations. You will also drive continuous improvement in engineering standards, DevOps automation, and operational support for Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) and its Group Company customers.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide hands-on technical leadership for Java/JEE solutions across projects, initiatives, and production supportPartner with business analysts, project managers, architects, and QA to clarify requirements, evaluate options, and make sound design decisionsLead application design and implementation, including n architecture, API integrations (SOAP/REST), and data access layersProvide technical analysis, effort estimates, and delivery plans for enhancements and new development workDrive modernization and technical upgrades, including planning, risk management, and executionDefine and enforce engineering standards for code quality, unit testing, peer reviews, documentation, and maintainabilityDrive DevOps automation and continuous improvement (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, build/release processes, operational tooling)Support QA/UAT and deployments across environments; troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely mannerParticipate in proof-of-concepts and technology evaluations, considering enterprise standards, constraints, and emerging technologiesAlign to SDLC processes, departmental standards, and internal controls to protect data integrity and system stabilityComply with internal controls needed to perform job functions and administrative responsibilitiesPerform other related duties and special projects as assignedQualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (preferred)Experience & Technical Requirements10+ years of enterprise application development experience using Java/JEE3+ years in a technical leadership role (Technical Lead/Technical Architect), mentoring engineers and guiding design decisionsHands-on development experience using Java 17, Spring, JSF, Hibernate, JavaScript, CSS, and ReactAPI and integration experience using SOAP/REST, including experience integrating with Azure API Management (APIM) or similar gatewaysExperience with Agile delivery (e.g., Scrum) and collaborating across cross-functional teamsStrong SQL skills and experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle databasesExperience developing and deploying applications on platforms such as JBoss and Spring Boot (or similar)Experience with source control (Git) and branching strategies; familiarity with code quality and delivery tooling (e.g., static analysis, unit testing, CI/CD pipelines)Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) and integrating them into day-to-day engineering workflowsExperience building microservices and deploying to Kubernetes-based containersCloud experience (Azure/AWS) including networking basics, identity, and managed servicesPreferred: P&C insurance industry experience; familiarity with packaged insurance platforms (e.g., Duck Creek, Guidewire, OneShield)Core CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, including translating complex requirements into practical designsLeadership and mentoring capabilities; able to set direction, guide execution, and motivate a team to deliver high-quality outcomesExcellent written and verbal communication skills; able to provide clear technical consultation to business and IT stakeholdersWorking knowledge of object-oriented analysis and design (OOAD) principles and secure integration concepts (e.g., authentication/authorization, SSO, collaboration, portal/integration patterns)Tooling familiarity: modern IDEs (IntelliJ/Eclipse) and delivery tools such as SonarQube, Azure DevOps, Octopus (or equivalents)Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with strong attention to detail and a collaborative, customer-service mindsetSalary range $105,000 to $140,000.
Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base.EEO Statement:Tokio Marine Group of Companies (including, but not limited to the Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Tokio Marine America, Inc., TMNA Services, LLC, TM Claims Service, Inc. and First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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