Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Group Operations Technology team. This hybrid role combines business analysis and hands‑on development, enabling you to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions. The position works across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), partnering with cross‑functional teams—including Business Analysts, Architects, and global engineering teams—to deliver modern, high‑quality enterprise applications. Opportunities exist to contribute to modernization initiatives and leverage AI‑enabled development practices.
Primary Responsibilities
- Translate business requirements into technical specifications, system designs, and user stories
- Develop and maintain applications using Java, REST APIs, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and SQL
- Participate in Agile ceremonies (PI Planning, sprint planning, retrospectives)
- Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams to deliver scalable solutions
- Analyze and troubleshoot APIs using tools such as Postman and SoapUI
- Support integration with enterprise systems and back‑office platforms
- Perform unit testing and support integration testing efforts
- Provide production support, including issue resolution and root cause analysis
- Contribute to application modernization, cloud adoption, and innovation initiatives
- Participate in proof‑of‑concepts (POCs) and leverage AI tools to improve development efficiency
- Continuously build skills through training, certifications, and hands‑on learning
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience in software development or systems analysis
- Strong programming skills in Java, REST APIs, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, SQL, and NoSQL
- Experience with MVC architecture and multi‑tier application design
- Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe, or Kanban)
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
- Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, Azure)
- Perform quality assurance activities, including unit testing, integration testing, and defect resolution, to ensure the delivery of high‑quality software
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with TIBCO Business Works, iProcess, or workflow automation tools
- Experience in performance testing and system tuning
- Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools
- Domain experience in Insurance or Financial Services
- Experience in Python coding
Location
- Three days a week at a Guardian location in Bethlehem, PA, Holmdel, NJ or New York, NY
Salary Range
$95,170.00 – $156,355.00 (base pay)
Equal Employment Opportunity
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affiliation or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Accommodations
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants to accommodate the individual’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship.
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