Associate Application Developer Jobs in Michigan

Hastings Insurance is seeking an Associate Integration Developer to join our Data and Architectural Services team. This early-career role supports the development and maintenance of integrations between internal and external systems that support our Property and Casualty insurance operations.

Working alongside experienced developers and architects, this position provides hands-on exposure to integration technologies, application development, and enterprise systems. The Associate Integration Developer will assist with production support, development tasks, and system enhancements while building the technical foundation needed to grow within our development team.

• This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• The role may be performed onsite at our Hastings, Michigan headquarters or in a hybrid arrangement. We will also consider remote candidates who reside in one of our operating states: Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, or Wisconsin.

• Support the development and maintenance of microservices and APIs used for application and system integrations.
• Assist in implementing integrations between internal and external platforms, applications, and services.
• Review integration design documentation to understand system architecture and business processes.
• Provide support for deployed integration solutions and assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Follow established SDLC practices including coding, testing, debugging, deployment, and documentation.
• Work with senior developers to implement enhancements and improvements to integration solutions.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continue building technical skills.
• Contribute to development standards and team best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of software development concepts and system integration principles.
• Familiarity with .NET development, API development, or microservice architecture concepts.
• Understanding of database fundamentals and client/server application concepts.
• Experience with Integrated Development Environment (IDE) tools and development utilities.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to continuously learn and grow.
• Ability to prioritize and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

At Hastings Insurance, we are a trusted partner to our agents, policyholders, and the communities we serve. For more than 135 years, we have helped individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most and rebuild after loss. We are proud to be rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company, reflecting our financial strength and long-term stability.

While our history is strong, our focus is forward. We invest in technology, strengthen partnerships with independent agents, and continuously refine our products to meet the evolving needs of today’s customers. Our strategy centers on responsible growth, expanding our reach while remaining agile, disciplined, and service-driven.

Our people make that possible. Hastings employees thrive in a down-to-earth, collaborative environment that values initiative, accountability, and steady progress. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a 401(k) with company matching contributions, generous vacation and sick leave, fully paid tuition and professional development reimbursement, and incentive compensation bonus opportunities. At Hastings, your work matters and your growth is supported.

We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our organization and drive better outcomes. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, appearance, disability, veteran status, family status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are also committed to providing an accessible and welcoming experience for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 800-442-8277.