The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

Staff Software Engineer (with QE/ Automation Focus)

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc • $116K — $174K *
Hartford, CT 06106In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience
  • 5+ years in Quality Engineering or Test Automation roles
  • Experience with cloud-native applications on AWS/GCP and diverse technology platforms
  • Expert in test automation frameworks like Playwright, Cypress, and Selenium
  • Proven ability to drive quality metrics and improvements
  • Experience within Agile and Scaled Agile frameworks
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Define and govern the Quality Engineering strategy for high-quality delivery
  • Design and maintain test automation frameworks for complex systems
  • Create and review automated test cases to resolve automation challenges
  • Diagnose and fix complex defects in distributed systems
  • Enhance system testability and reliability through code contributions
  • Manage end-to-end quality execution from ideation to production
  • Mentor engineers on best practices and scalable testing methods
  • Leverage AI tools for improved testing efficiency and productivity

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on hybrid technology landscapes
  • Mentorship and professional growth within a strategic quality role
  • Collaboration with diverse teams on cutting-edge technologies
  • Access to innovative AI and GenAI tools
  • Focus on improving quality practices across various platforms
Full Job Description
Staff Software Engineer - IE07IE

The Hartford is searching for a Staff Software Engineer within the Personal Lines organization specializing in Quality Engineering and QA as we deliver on our strategic investment portfolio through our value streams. This role will serve as both a hands-on technical contributor and a strategic quality leader and is responsible for designing, building, and evolving quality engineering practices across a hybrid technology landscape that includes modern cloud-native platforms as well as vendor-based systems. The ideal candidate combines deep engineering expertise with strong leadership, influence, and a pragmatic approach to improving quality at scale.

Responsibilities:
  • Quality Engineering Strategy & Operating Model: Define, evolve, and govern the Quality Engineering strategy, standards, and operating model to ensure consistent, scalable, and high-quality delivery.
  • Test Automation Architecture & Frameworks: Design, implement, and maintain robust automated test frameworks across application, enabling reliable and repeatable validation of complex systems.
  • Hands-On Test Automation & Problem Solving: Drive test automation through hands-on creation of automated test cases, review of automation delivered by teams, and resolution of complex automation challenges.
  • Defect Analysis & System Diagnostics: Diagnose and resolve complex defects across distributed systems and third-party integrations.
  • System Testability & Reliability Engineering: Improve system testability, observability, and reliability through direct code contributions and collaboration on system and application design.
  • End-to-End Quality Execution: Facilitate and manage end to end quality execution, ensuring business capabilities are delivered with high quality from ideation through production.
  • Mentorship & Engineering Excellence: Mentor engineers and SDETs on quality engineering best practices, automation patterns, and scalable test design approaches.
  • AI & GenAI-Driven Innovation: Drive the adoption and effective use of AI and GenAI tools to improve testing efficiency, effectiveness, and overall engineering productivity.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience: 8+ years of software engineering experience, including 5+ years in Quality Engineering, Test Automation, or Quality leadership roles.
  • Technical & Engineering Expertise: Demonstrated experience testing and automating for diverse technology platforms (E.g. Java, .NET, SaaS, COTS, and Mainframe) including cloud-native applications on AWS and/or GCP, including containerized and microservices-based architectures along with strong experience in API and contract testing (e.g., REST Assured, Postman/Newman) and performance, resilience, and reliability testing practices.
  • Test Automation & Quality Engineering: Advanced experience designing and scaling test automation frameworks across application tiers, with hands-on expertise in modern test tools and frameworks such as Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, JUnit/TestNG, NUnit, and PyTest.
  • Quality Metrics & Outcomes: Proven ability to define, track, and leverage Quality and Quality Execution metrics to drive measurable improvements such as defect reduction and defect leakage prevention.
  • Agile & Scaled Delivery: Demonstrated track record of testing and quality execution within Agile and Scaled Agile frameworks, including sprint-level testing, end-to-end validation, and regression/stabilization testing.
  • Leadership & Strategic Balance: Proven ability to balance hands-on technical delivery with strategic leadership, influencing quality practices across teams and technology stacks.
  • Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, coaching, and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate quality risks into clear business and engineering trade-offs.


Preferred Qualifications
  • AI & Innovation: Experience applying AI and GenAI tools to improve testing efficiency, effectiveness, and overall engineering productivity.
  • Domain Knowledge: Experience within insurance, financial services, or other highly regulated domains is a plus.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred


Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$116,000 - $174,000

About The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

The Hartford is an industry leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds. Throughout our rich history of more than 200 years, countless businesses and individuals, including Robert E. Lee, Abraham Lincoln and Babe Ruth, have turned to our company for protection. The Hartford celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2010.

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. Careers

Join the esteemed team at The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., a leader in investment and insurance, where we offer more than just job opportunities—we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation. As one of the most respected names in the financial services industry, The Hartford is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, leadership, and continuous development.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career with The Hartford and contribute to our mission of helping customers achieve amazing financial outcomes. You will have the chance to work alongside a team of experts who are not only skilled in their fields but are also passionate about making a difference.

Transform Your Career

At The Hartford, we believe in nurturing talent through comprehensive training programs and robust career development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our dynamic leadership and diversity training programs that prepare you for the future.

Innovate with Us

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at The Hartford. Join us and bring your unique perspective to help shape the future of financial services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and is the perfect place to advance your skills in groundbreaking ways.

Be Part of a Great Team

The Hartford is not just a company; it's a community. We pride ourselves on a workplace culture that upholds the values of inclusivity and teamwork. By joining us, you’ll work on diverse teams that value your insights and encourage networking and mutual support.

Future-Proof Your Career

With a wide range of job opportunities, from internships to full-time positions, The Hartford offers a path for everyone. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, we provide the tools and support needed to succeed. Our benefits package is designed to ensure that our team members are well taken care of, not only at work but in all aspects of life.

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Learn more about The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc
Size
18,500 employees
Market Cap
$24.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$1.7 billion
Founded
1810
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$20.5 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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