Associate Application Engineer PEGA (REMOTE OR HYBRID MA)

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

Our Technology team is looking for an Associate Application Engineer to join our growing team in our Worcester Headquarters or remote work location consideration.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Associate Application Engineer will apply technical knowledge/capabilities and development skills to design and develop efficient application software solutions, based upon business requirements and technical specifications.

The Associate Application Engineer ensures thorough unit testing of all new software applications and enhancements to existing software applications.

This is a Full-time, Exempt role.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Be responsible for developing, testing, and the deployment of software applications.

• Understand our users end to end experience, and find ways to enhance it
• Contribute to planning and designing project requirements

• Adhere to all quality standards and procedures
• Collaborate with project team members during development process

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• 1+ year of experience in software development
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (i.e Lawful Permanent Residence or US Citizen)
• Ability to analyze and creatively solve problems
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a multi-priority environment with demanding timelines
• Capability to execute well-defined project tasks
• Strong and effective communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Ability to pay attention to minute detail and quality
• Be a highly motivated, self-learner, and technically inquisitive
• Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills
• Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (IE must be a green card holder or US citizen). 

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Experience in Java development or similar object-oriented language and understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Experience in using an integrated development environment (IDE) like Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA
• Solid understanding of web services (SOAP and REST)
• Familiarity with web development using React
• Ability to write SQL queries for data retrieval, manipulation, and updates and familiarity with relational database concepts
• Familiarity with version control systems, like Git/Bitbucket
• Understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD, and associated processes and tools
• Familiarity with Agile software development practices
• Basic Cloud knowledge
• Familiarity with Pega infinity.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers.  The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.  

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.” 

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities.  Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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