Software Engineer

Horace Mann

Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and enhancing software applications at Horace Mann. Collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality solutions and innovation.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $76,600 - $106,450 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications and systems.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment.
Implement enhancements, upgrades, and patches to existing applications.
Diagnose and resolve system defects, performance issues, and production incidents.
Ensure application performance, reliability, and quality standards are met.
Contribute to continuous improvement through research and application of new and existing technologies.
Participate in proof-of-concept (POC) efforts to evaluate solutions supporting business and technology initiatives.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze user needs, and deliver effective solutions.
Provide guidance and feedback to junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
Maintain and support existing applications, ensuring ongoing stability and performance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
2–4 years of experience in software development, analysis, and coding.
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project lifecycle principles.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages and modern development frameworks.
Experience with web technologies, APIs, and/or scripting tools.
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pay Range: $76,600.00 - $106,450.00
Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.

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Hard Skills & Tools

software developmentprogramming languagesmodern development frameworksweb technologiesAPIsscripting toolsDevOps practicesCI/CD pipelinesversion control systemsrequirements analysis

Soft Skills

problem-solvingteam collaborationcommunicationguidancefeedbackknowledge sharingcontinuous improvementanalytical skillsuser needs analysiscross-functional teamwork

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Information Technologyrelated technical field