Senior Software Engineer

Job Title Senior Software Engineer/Technical Analyst Overview We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Group Operations Technology team. This hybrid role combines business analysis and hands‑on development, enabling you to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions. You will work across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), partnering with cross‑functional teams—including Business Analysts, Architects, and global engineering teams—to deliver modern, high‑quality enterprise applications. This role also offers opportunities to contribute to modernization initiatives and leverage AI‑enabled development practices to enhance productivity and innovation. Primary Responsibilities Translate business requirements into technical specifications, system designs, and user stories. Develop and maintain applications using Java, REST APIs, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and SQL. Participate in Agile ceremonies (PI Planning, sprint planning, retrospectives). Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams to deliver scalable solutions. Analyze and troubleshoot APIs using tools such as Postman and SoapUI. Support integration with enterprise systems and back‑office platforms. Perform unit testing and support integration testing efforts. Provide production support, including issue resolution and root cause analysis. Contribute to application modernization, cloud adoption, and innovation initiatives. Participate in proof‑of‑concepts (POCs) and leverage AI tools to improve development efficiency. Continuously build skills through training, certifications, and hands‑on learning. Perform QA testing. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of experience in software development or systems analysis. Strong programming skills in Java, REST APIs, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, SQL, NoSQL, and relational databases. Experience with MVC architecture and multi‑tier application design. Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe, or Kanban). Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Exposure to cloud technologies (such as AWS or Azure). Perform quality assurance activities, including unit testing, integration testing, and defect resolution, to ensure the delivery of high‑quality software. Preferred Skills Experience with TIBCO Business Works, iProcess, or workflow automation tools. Experience in performance testing and system tuning. Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools. Domain experience in Insurance or Financial Services. Experience in Python coding. Location Three days a week at a Guardian location in Bethlehem, PA, Holmdel, NJ or New York, NY. Salary Range $95,170.00 - $156,355.00. Benefits Explore our company benefits at Benefits apply to full‑time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most company benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Accommodations Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Visa Sponsorship Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment‑based visas (e.g., H‑1B). In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship/support now or at any time in the future. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment As part of Guardian’s job application process, Guardian may use artificial intelligence tools (“AI Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr