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Berkley

Software Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

As a Software Engineer , you will design, develop, and enhance scalable applications, APIs, and integrations while collaborating with business and technical teams to deliver reliable, high-quality ...

Berkley

Software Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

As a Software Engineer , you will design, develop, and enhance scalable applications, APIs, and integrations while collaborating with business and technical teams to deliver reliable, high-quality ...

W. R. Berkley Corporation

Software Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$90 - $115/hr

As a Software Engineer , you will design, develop, and enhance scalable applications, APIs, and integrations while collaborating with business and technical teams to deliver reliable, high-quality ...

Redapt

Senior Software Engineer

Nevada, IA · On-site

$150 - $170/hr

Senior Software Engineer RedaptInc. is a pioneering world-class data center infrastructure integrator, technology engineering firm, and cloud services provider. Our teams focus on delivering ...

Transamerica

Lead Software Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

Summary The Lead Software Engineer utilizes web and cloud technologies, APIs, and third-party software development frameworks to build and support application solutions. Provides lead support for ...

Aegon

Lead Software Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

Summary The Lead Software Engineer utilizes web and cloud technologies, APIs, and third-party software development frameworks to build and support application solutions. Provides lead support for ...

Apex Systems

Sr. Software Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$119K - $157K/yr

Job#: 3036110 Sr. Software Engineer Location: Des Moines, Iowa (Partial Remote) Role Overview Our organization is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Software Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$68 - $73/hr

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) / Production Support Engineer We are not accepting C2C or 1099 arrangements. Location: Des Moines, IA (Preferred) | Minneapolis, MN | Irving (Las Colinas), TX Duration ...

Workiva, Inc.

Sr. Software Engineer

Ames, IA · On-site

$119K - $158K/yr

Join Workiva as a Senior Software Engineer and explore a world of innovation where you'll leverage a diverse and cutting-edge tech stack in an AI enabled organization. From Java, Kotlin, and Go on ...

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What is an associate software engineer?

An associate software engineer works with a team of engineering professionals and developers to improve existing software or design new applications. As an associate software engineer, your job duties include coding software, coordinating with hardware engineers to ensure that different types of technology can run the software, and helping the QA team to test software before release. Typical qualifications for the career include a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field and relevant technical experience with software applications. You also need excellent communication, coding, and analytical problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work as part of a team.

What are some common challenges faced by associate software engineers when transitioning from academic projects to real-world development teams?

Associate Software Engineers often encounter challenges such as adapting to larger, more complex codebases and learning to work within established development workflows. Unlike academic projects, real-world development involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, adhering to coding standards, and following agile processes. Additionally, balancing learning new technologies with delivering features on tight deadlines can be demanding. However, support from mentors and structured onboarding programs usually helps smooth this transition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate software engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Software Engineer, you need a solid understanding of programming fundamentals, algorithms, and data structures, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with programming languages like Java, Python, or C++, as well as experience using version control systems like Git, are commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication set standout candidates apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering reliable software solutions, collaborating within development teams, and adapting to rapidly evolving technologies.
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Software Engineer

Berkley

Urbandale, IA • On-site

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Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Company Details
Company URL: https://www.berkleytechnologyservices.com/
Berkley Technology Services (BTS) is the dynamic technology solution for W. R. Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 Commercial Lines Insurance Company. With key locations in Urbandale, IA and Wilmington, DE, BTS provides innovative and customer-focused IT solutions to the majority of WRBC's 60+ operating units across the globe. BTS's wide reach ensures that ideas and opinions are considered at every level of the organization to guarantee we find the best solutions possible.
Driven by a commitment to collaboration, BTS acts as consultants to our customers and Operating Units by providing comprehensive solutions that not only address the challenge at hand, but proactively plan for the "What's Next" in our industry and beyond.
With a culture centered on innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, BTS stands as a community of technology leaders with eyes toward the future - leaders who truly care about growing not only their team members, but themselves, and take pride in their employees who shine. BTS offers endless ways to get involved and have the chance to grow your career into a wide range of roles you'd never known existed. Come join us as we push forward into the future of industry leading technological solutions.
Berkley Technology Services: Right Team, Right Technology, Simple and Secure.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Join a team that builds and supports critical insurance technology solutions that power policy processing, agency and producer operations, and third-party vendor integrations. As a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and enhance scalable applications, APIs, and integrations while collaborating with business and technical teams to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions. You'll leverage modern technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, REST/SOAP APIs, DB2, JavaScript, React, and Kubernetes to solve complex business challenges, improve operational efficiency, and drive innovation across the insurance platform ecosystem. Strong problem-solving skills, a passion for continuous learning, and experience with Agile development practices are key to success in this role.
  • Develop, test, maintain, and support application features and enhancements using Java, REST/SOAP APIs and DB2 technologies.
  • Gain a robust understanding of all functional and technical aspects of a system policy system and it's integrations.
  • Produce significant new system functionality or defect resolution with minimal direction.
  • Create design specifications that demonstrate an understanding of most interfacing systems and supported business processes. (can understanding business processes go to the developer/analyst)
  • Routinely proposes improvements to supported systems to improve supportability or usability.
  • Perform adequate peer review on any changes in supported systems.
  • Can be consulted to provide recommendations to solve business issues based on experience and knowledge of current technology.
  • Demonstrate solid development processes including code review, documentation, and unit testing.
  • Provide rotating on-call support of production systems.
  • Ensure high-performing and scalable solutions by proactively monitoring and assessing various performance metrics both pre and post-implementation.
  • Provide end user mentoring and training in 1-1 and small group settings.
  • Work as a collaborative member of an Agile development team, interacting with business analysts, QA resources, and end users.
  • Partner with the various subsidiaries to create a vision for future advancement of our applications.
  • Travel for this position is approximately 5-10%.

Qualifications
  • 5+ yrs. - reasonable single system / single technology knowledge.
  • 5+ years of professional development experience
  • Strong working experience developing web applications in Java (preferably versions 11+)
  • Strong working experience with DB2 or SQL Server databases
  • Software Development Life Cycle experience.
  • Atlassian suite experience is a plus (Jira, Bamboo, Confluence)
  • Git Hub Enterprise experience is a plus (As code repository as well as managing build and deployment)
  • Ability to thrive and produce results with little or no supervision in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to interact seamlessly at all levels with both technical and business stakeholders.
  • Ability to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and systems.
  • Superior problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Bachelor's degree with emphasis in related field or equivalent experience

Behavioral Core Competencies
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Service Oriented
  • Technically Astute
  • Business Knowledge
  • Quality Decision Making
  • Process Management

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Additional Company Details
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.
Additional Requirements
Location and Travel:
• Primary location Urbandale, IA.
• Travel: Approximately 5-10%.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role

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