Java Developer - American Integrity Insurance Company of Florida, Inc.

About Us:

American Integrity Insurance, a premier writer of homeowners insurance, has more than 280,000 customers and is exclusively represented by more than 1,000 independent agents who specialize in this complex and ever-evolving market. We offer sound and comprehensive home and dwelling insurance to families throughout the Southeast. Comprised of more than 300 insurance professionals, most of whom work in our Tampa-area headquarters, we have been recognized as a Top Place to Work in Tampa by the Tampa Bay Times and a Best Places to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance magazine for the past ten years.  We have also rated among the Top Workplaces in the USA by USA Today for the past four years.

A Day in the Life:

Who Says Insurance Can’t Be Fun? From company picnics to charity events, no one can ever say American Integrity Insurance doesn’t understand the importance of having fun, helping others and giving back. Our company culture is priceless, and we hold true to our six core values: integrity, commitment, teamwork, humility, passion and fun. As a team working to provide home insurance solutions to our policyholders, together we aim to achieve greater heights each day and celebrate each other's accomplishments along the way. It is our mission to continue providing reliable, customer-centric homeowners insurance and paying claims in a timely manner when our customers suffer a loss – and to do so with Integrity.

Learn more about American Integrity Insurance and our job opportunities at https://careers.americanintegrityinsurance.com.

Job Title: Java Developer

You'll Report To: Software Development Manager

The Java Developer will be responsible for developing web applications as well as for other programming tasks, such as integration using external API’s.  Working with IT Business Analysts and other team members, the Java Developer is an essential part of the creation of strategic software for the company. The Java Developer should constantly strive to improve the development process, tools and architecture.

Key Job Functions:

• Provide high level estimates for development based on story points or other methods.
• Analyze business requirements and provides detailed estimates for development.
• Design web based java applications, screen scrapers, and API’s.
• Understand integration points with API’s from vendors such as Guidewire, ISO, Xactimate and credit card processors.
• Identify risks and roadblocks that could impact deadlines.
• Debug and solve complex issues within java applications.
• Conduct various proof of concepts on new technologies as necessary, and contribute to the creation and adaptation of IT architecture.
• Back up development and support functions for other business systems as necessary, including policy, billing, and claims.
• Deliver high quality code, and perform code reviews and walkthroughs.
• Conduct oversight of consultants when needed.
• In conjunction with the Production Support Team, provide system software support.
• Maintain a current understanding of technology and how it can enhance and offer a range of solutions for business partners.
• Create efficiencies that embrace the solution provider mindset, and that result in decreased time to market, improved quality, and enhanced flexibility.
• Work with senior developers to increase mastery of technical and IT knowledge. Contribute to IT processes that help improve work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.

Experience: Minimum of Two (2) Years’ experience with Java programming.  Insurance or P&C experience preferred.

Skills / Knowledge:                                                                                                                                                              

• Experience with Java, JavaScript, HTML, SQL Server, Spring Boot, and Git/Github.
• Experience with OutSystems, Jenkins, and Node.js is preferred.
• Experience with AWS is required; understanding of Lambda and Beanstalk strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge/understanding of UNIX is required. 
• Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns.
• Understanding of integration services using SOAP and RESTful protocols.
• Understanding of agile software development methodologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to anticipate and resolve problems.
• Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Understand the business drivers and how best to meet them.
• Organize multiple priorities and demonstrate initiative in starting and completing tasks.

Schedule: 8:30-5:30pm, M-F. #LI-Onsite

Working Conditions: Normal business office environment.  Must be able to remain in a stationary position for periods of time while constantly operating a computer and or other office productivity machinery such as a calculator or telephone.  The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery or communicate with coworkers.

Travel: Minimum, as required.

ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be the principal and essential functions of this job.  Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of job duties. 

American Integrity Insurance Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.