Protective Life is hiring a
Associate Java Developer

Summary

The job is a Software Developer position at Protective where the employee will design, code, test, implement, maintain, and support complex software systems. They will work closely with Business Analysts and customers to gather requirements and ensure business needs are met. The developer will also diagnose, isolate, and resolve software problems, perform code reviews, provide feedback, mentor, and guide the skill development for other Developers.

Requirements

• Typically, 2+ years of applicable work and/or technical experience
• Typically, post-secondary degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or relevant field
• Proven knowledge in Java development as well as additional object-oriented programming languages
• Proficient developing and maintaining systems with the following languages and technologies: Angular, JavaScript, MS SQL, Git, RESTful services, Containerized Deployment (Docker), Spring Frameworks (Spring Boot, Spring Batch)
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to build consensus with others on best solutions
• Superb organizational and time management skills with the ability to visualize milestones and steps critical to reach successful outcomes
• Well-honed ability to solve complex technical problems offering various options while providing pros and cons of each approach
• Excellent collaboration skills both within the team and across other teams
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members verbally and in writing, while considering varying levels of business and technical skills

Responsibilities

• Designs, codes, tests, implements, maintains, and supports complex software systems
• Works closely with Business Analysts and customers to gather requirements
• Diagnoses, isolates, and resolves software problems
• Performs code reviews, provides feedback, mentors, and guides the skill development for other Developers

Benefits

• Offers health, dental, and vision insurance
• Provides mental health benefits and an employee assistance program
• Offers a variety of paid time away benefits such as paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day
• Contributes to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching
• Encourages employees to engage in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards