Description:

Horace Mann is seeking a highly skilled, innovative, and solutions-driven Software Engineer III to play a key role in digital transformation efforts.
This mid-level role operates autonomously, delivering scalable, high-performance software solutions while impacting multiple systems and business functions.
The individual will contribute to end-to-end system architecture, software design, and hands-on coding while mentoring junior developers.
Strong technical expertise in C#, .NET Core, SQL, API development, and experience with modern development frameworks such as React.js, GraphQL, and Terraform is required.
The role will leverage AI-powered coding tools to optimize development efficiency and integrate low-code platforms to enhance automation in business processes.
Key responsibilities include developing high-performance applications, building and deploying front-end applications, utilizing AI-powered coding assistants, architecting enterprise solutions, optimizing application performance, and advocating for DevOps best practices.
Collaboration with business users, product managers, and cross-functional teams is essential to define and implement technical solutions that drive business value.
The engineer will mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and technical growth.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required.
5-7 years of experience in software analysis, design, and development, with expertise in C#, .NET Core, React or equivalent, and SQL is necessary.
A minimum of 3 years of experience working on enterprise-level architectures and complex applications is required.
Experience with modern AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, or Tabnine is essential.
Familiarity with low-code platforms and their role in automation is required.
Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems is preferred.
Knowledge of GraphQL, React.js, and Terraform is necessary.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent collaboration and communication skills, and a proactive mindset are essential.

The pay range for this position is $84,200.00 - $124,100.00, with salary commensurate to experience and location.
Horace Mann offers tailored offerings including special rates and benefits for educators.
The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.