Software Engineer II (Java)

Position Summary:

As a Java Engineer II, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems. This role involves working on more advanced projects compared to entry-level positions and requires a deeper understanding of software engineering principles. In this role you will also mentor other less experienced engineers.

An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process

State specific pay scales for this role are as follows:

$83,670 to $161,815 (CA, NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA)

$76,064 to $147,104 (NV, OR, AZ, CO, WY, TX, ND, MN, MO, IL, WI, FL, GA, MI, OH, VA, PA, DE, VT, NH, ME)

$68,457 to $132,394 (UT, ID, MT, NM, SD, NE, KS, OK, IA, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, IN, SC, NC, WV)

In CA: Typical hiring range is $110,468.25 to $ $153,428.13

The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location.

Essential Job Functions: 

• Write high-quality code for medium-complexity scenarios with good test coverage.
• Review and translate product requirements into robust designs to ensure high-quality applications that are modular, configurable, maximize reuse, and are fast, effective, user-friendly, secure, compliant, scalable, and maintainable.
• Assist with any application system support needs.
• Participate in design and code reviews of applications to ensure best practices, adherence to Mercury standards, and high quality.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other engineers on the team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within Mercury engineering.

Education: 

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other related fields Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred: 

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science.

Experience: 

Minimum:

• 2 to 4 years of programming experience

Preferred:

• 5 or more years of experience with Java or Python
• 1 or more years of experience using AI tools in production(building agents, MCP servers)
• 2 or more years of experience with frontend technologies preferred Angular
• 2 or more years of experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• 1 or more years of experience with CI/CD technologies using Jenkins, GitHub, Docker or Kubernetes.
• Skilled in APIs using modern protocols like REST and gRPC
• Exposure to Guidewire

Skills:

Minimum:

• Experienced in programming in one or more industry-standard languages (e.g., Java, Python, and JavaScript).
• Knowledgeable in leveraging various data structures, algorithms, and design patterns. Familiar with relational databases, NoSQL, and caching solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills. Good communication abilities. Capable of working independently on simple tasks.
• Ability to collaborate and influence team members to address impediments and deliver desired results.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.

We offer many great benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
• Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Engaging work environment
• Promotional opportunities
• Education assistance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Company recognition program
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more