IND Lead Software Engineer at Hartford

• IND Lead Software Engineer
• GCC026

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development

• Design and develop backend services using Java (Java 8+),Spring Boot / Spring Framework
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices
• Implement business logic, validation, and error handling
• Ensure application security using Spring Security, OAuth2, JWT
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability

Frontend Development

• Develop responsive user interfaces using Angular / React / Vue.js
• Work with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript
• Consume REST APIs and manage client‑side state
• Ensure cross‑browser compatibility and responsive design

Database & Integration

• Design and manage databases using MySQL / PostgreSQL / Oracle
• Write optimized SQL queries and work with ORM frameworks (Hibernate/JPA)
• Integrate with third‑party APIs and external systems
• Handle data mapping, versioning, and migrations

DevOps & CI/CD

• Work with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Deploy applications on AWS / Azure / GCP or on‑prem
• Containerize applications using Docker (Kubernetes exposure is a plus)
• Follow DevOps and automation best practices

Testing & Support

• Write unit and integration tests using JUnit, Mockito
• Participate in code reviews and maintain coding standards
• Troubleshoot issues and provide production support
• Collaborate closely with QA, UI/UX, and product teams

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Java (Java 8 or above)
• Experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security
• Hands‑on experience with REST APIs and Microservices
• Frontend experience with Angular or React
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript / TypeScript
• Experience with Relational Databases and SQL
• Familiarity with Git / version control systems

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Cloud experience with AWS or Azure
• Experience with Kafka / RabbitMQ
• Understanding of Microservices architecture patterns
• Knowledge of Agile / Scrum methodologies
• Exposure to Docker and Kubernetes

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