Application Developer

Full Stack Application Development RoleThe purpose of this full stack application development role is to deliver technical solutions that support key business objectives. You will develop enhancements, new features, and defect fixes using modern software engineering practices and technologies with a primary focus on web application development using C#,.NET, Oracle, React or Angular, REST APIs, microservices, Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing. Working closely with Product Owners, UX Designers, QA Analysts, and fellow developers, you will design, build, test, and support business applications used by crop insurance agents, adjusters, policyholders, and internal staff. The solutions developed in this role support critical business processes across the organization and are delivered across web, mobile, and desktop platforms. This role is best suited for a developer with approximately 3-7 years of professional software development experience who is looking to expand their expertise across modern application development technologies while contributing to enterprise-scale solutions.Location and Work ArrangementLocation: Fargo, North Dakota; Ramsey, Minnesota; Council Bluffs, IowaWork Arrangement: This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to be in the office 3 days per week.The salary range for this role is: $74,500.00 - $111,500.00.Your New RoleDevelop and support web applications, services, and user interfaces using modern front-end and back-end technologies that meet performance, scalability, reliability, and security requirements.Integrate web applications with APIs, microservices, and relational databases using secure and maintainable development patterns.Analyze business requirements and collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, and deliver software solutions that meet business objectives.Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, QA Analysts, and business stakeholders to translate user experience designs into accessible, reusable, and maintainable application components.Contribute to modern software delivery practices through code reviews, automated testing, source control management, CI/CD pipeline development, and continual improvement of engineering standards and best practices.Apply secure development practices by implementing authentication, authorization, data protection, and vulnerability remediation strategies throughout the software development lifecycle.Participate in testing functionality, analyzing sample data sets, and ensuring the accuracy of program output to support quality assurance and key stakeholder standards.Support team growth through knowledge sharing, peer reviews, and collaboration on engineering best practices.Contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance and value "can do" people, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous improvement, collaboration, creativity and fun.Required QualificationsTertiary Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.Preferred Work Experience Includes:Web application development using React or AngularHTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScriptREST API development and integrationC# and .NET application developmentOracle or other relational database technologiesGit source control and collaborative development workflowsAutomated testing and software quality practicesCI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practicesParticipating in code reviews and collaborative development activitiesTroubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing production applicationsAdditional Experience in Any of the Following Areas is Beneficial:Enterprise application developmentMicroservices architectureContainerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and KubernetesModern authentication and authorization technologies (OAuth, OIDC, JWT)Product/UX collaboration tools such as FigmaComponent libraries and design systems such as StorybookFront-end testing frameworks such as Jest, React Testing Library, or CypressDistributed systems and event-driven architecture conceptsCrop insurance, insurance, or other highly regulated industriesPreferred Qualifications Include:Postgraduate qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.Professional certification in software development, application architecture, security, or related discipline.Knowledge of application security principles, secure development practices, and data protection concepts.Familiarity with modern software architecture and distributed system concepts, including event-driven patterns, resiliency practices, and observability.Understanding of modern data access and access-control concepts such as least-privilege access, role-based security, and secure application design.QBE, a global insurance leader, is the proud parent company of NAU Country Insurance Company. NAU Country writes in 48 states and has nine locations nationwide. Together, we combine the history, expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence to provide unparalleled insurance solutions to our customers and communities worldwide.Compensation PackageThe salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate's professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE's annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.QBE Benefits:Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basisCompetitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal adviceTuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing educationEmployee Network and Community – QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your communityAt QBE, we're enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We're building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours!QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search for and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.