Hybrid Java Software Engineer I - Omaha, NE presso Stillwater Insurance Group

Java Software Engineer I

Location:  Omaha, NE office, on-site

Join our collaborative team where effort and work ethic get noticed. Enjoy a positive, friendly, energetic work environment with accessible leadership, where you will have the opportunity to learn the insurance industry and valuable skills while we invest in your future career with us.

Why Stillwater? Stillwater Insurance Group is a mid-sized national insurance provider offering a variety of home, auto and commercial insurance products in 50 states. We are headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, with additional offices in New York and Omaha, Nebraska. We offer an up-beat and supportive environment for a new team-member who brings a positive attitude, reliable work habits, attention to detail and an interest in learning. Our employees consistently describe Stillwater as a great company with great people where honesty and integrity are high priorities. Coaching and development, recognition and growth opportunities are some of the benefits of working in our small team environment. 

We are seeking an entry-level Java Software Engineer I to join our growing development team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their career in software development. In this role, you'll be learning and contributing to our codebase under the mentorship of more experienced engineers, while growing your skills in Java, software development, and modern web technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in writing clean, efficient, and maintainable Java code.

• Write unit tests to verify code functionality and assist with debugging.

• Collaborate with team members on development tasks and contribute to discussions.

• Participate in code reviews and take feedback constructively.

• Help create and maintain documentation for code and processes.

• Assist in fixing minor bugs and troubleshooting issues.

• Follow development best practices and coding standards under guidance.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Less than 3 years of professional experience in software development.

• Proficient in React.js and frontend JavaScript development.

• Basic understanding of REST APIs and client-server communication.

• Some exposure to mobile development principles.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Familiarity with Java concepts, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.

• Proficient with version control systems, specifically GitHub.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize based on guidance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Familiarity with Integrated Development Environments (IDE) like IntelliJ or Eclipse.

• Strong understanding of Java syntax, key libraries, and frameworks.

• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and version control (GitHub).

• Understanding of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and Spring.

• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and debugging skills.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Apply today to start your journey of being celebrated and valued with Stillwater Insurance Group.

Offer for employment contingent upon the acceptable responses from both a background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen.

Stillwater Insurance Group is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.