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Software Engineer I

Springfield, IL; Addison, TX; remote

 

 

As a Software Engineer I, you will join a collaborative and forward-thinking development team to support the delivery of scalable, high-performance software solutions. This entry-level role is designed to help you build a strong foundation in software engineering principles while gaining hands-on experience with AI-powered development tools and modern technologies.

You will assist in developing and maintaining internal applications using C#, .NET Core, SQL, and React.js (or similar front-end frameworks), and will begin learning about APIs, cloud-native development, and low-code platforms. You will be exposed to AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, or Tabnine, using them to accelerate learning, reduce repetitive tasks, and improve code quality.

This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated developer with a growth mindset who is eager to learn modern development practices and contribute to meaningful software projects within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development & Learning Modern Practices

· Contribute to the development and maintenance of applications using C#, .NET Core, and SQL under the guidance of more senior developers.

· Assist in building user-facing components using React.js or equivalent front-end technologies.

· Use AI-powered tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Tabnine) to streamline coding tasks and accelerate learning.

· Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and documentation efforts.

· Collaborate on the implementation of RESTful or GraphQL APIs for system integrations.

· Begin working with low-code tools to build simple UI components for internal users.

Team Collaboration & Technical Support

· Collaborate with senior engineers and business analysts to understand requirements and translate them into technical tasks.

· Provide basic support for production applications, helping investigate and resolve issues.

· Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., standups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and contribute to backlog grooming and story estimation.

· Document technical tasks and share progress updates with the team.

Continuous Learning & Skill Development

· Shadow senior engineers to learn software architecture, infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform basics), and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).

· Actively explore new technologies, frameworks, and tools, especially those involving AI-assisted development.

· Contribute to team discussions about software improvements, automation, and AI-enhanced workflows.

· Participate in team knowledge-sharing sessions and cross-functional demos.

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Internship or academic experience with C#, .NET, or JavaScript frameworks is strongly preferred.

· Familiarity with at least one programming language and interest in learning enterprise frameworks (e.g., React, .NET Core).

· Exposure to Git, basic debugging, or Agile project environments is a plus.

· Curiosity about AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, Codex, etc.) and a willingness to adopt new tech.

Soft Skills & Competencies

· Eager to learn and contribute to a high-performing software engineering team.

· Solid foundational understanding of software development concepts and logical problem-solving.

· Effective communicator who asks questions, shares progress, and receives feedback well.

· Demonstrated interest in software development through projects, internships, or open-source contributions.

· Commitment to building clean, maintainable code and learning from mistakes.

 

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Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow.  And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth:  We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets.

We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs.  We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them.  This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators.

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