Software Engineer I

Looking to start your career in Technology? We have opportunities right here in mid-Michigan!The insurance industry runs on Vertafore. We equip agencies, MGAs, and carriers with the core digital systems, specialized AI, and data-driven foundation to eliminate distribution drag across the insurance lifecycle, spanning sales, servicing, and back-office operations. Underpinned by unmatched speed and performance power, we are the trusted backbone that’s taking the insurance industry from friction to flow with Distribution Velocity – speed, performance, and trust - to drive growth at scale. With over 95% of the top agencies and insurers and 50% of industry compliance transactions running through Vertafore, we lead at the intersection of innovation and trust, giving insurance professionals the confidence to transform and win in the AI era. Our reach is global, with headquarters in Denver, Colorado, and offices across the U.S., Canada, and India.JOB DESCRIPTIONEngineers create products utilizing state-of-the-art technologies. They ensure successful releases to market while working with cutting-edge, lean-agile, software development methodologies. Core Responsibilities:

• Writes well-designed, testable code.
• Participates in the design, development, testing, and debugging of an application.
• Troubleshoots and ensures timely and effective resolutions of any project issue.
• Participates in code reviews, both of your own code and as a reviewer.
• Provides feedback and suggestions for process and product improvement.
• Conducts technical research on new technology for possible new aspects of a product or components needing redesign or updating.
• Prepares product documentation, support materials, and internal documentation.
• Shares what they know by reaching out to other team members.Core Competencies:
• Effective communicator (written and verbal).
• Problem solver with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• An innate curiosity about how things work; Proactively acquires new skills and learns new tools and technologies to troubleshoot issues.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently or as part of a team
• Adaptable and works best in a fast-paced, work environmentCore Requirements:
• No Experience Required
• Proficient in popular coding languages and frameworks and systems
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum development methodologies
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases helpfulAdditional Requirements and Details:
• No travel anticipated.
• Located and working from our East Lansing location when required.
• Ability to work remote with a stable internet connection on an as needed basis.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds.
• Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements required to operate a computer.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (working on a computer, etc.).
• Frequent sitting and/or standing.
• Hybrid
• $63,000 / yearThe Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.Commission plans are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us.We want to make sure our recruiting process is accessible for everyone. if you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io a note, this contact information is for accommodation requests only.