Software Engineer

Empower • Hartford, CT

6d • $96,100 - $135,700 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Software Engineer will design, develop, test, and maintain software applications throughout the software development lifecycle. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather and refine requirements, develops software features and components, troubleshoots complex issues, participates in code reviews, and contributes to design and architecture discussions. Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them. Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of professional experience and/or training.
• 2 - 3+ years of experience in software development.
• Proficiency in Python development.
• Experience with ELT tools.
• Experience with AWS tools and cloud-based development practices.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies and best practices.
• Problem-solving, debugging, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Agile principles.
• Experience with Java, Swift, JavaScript, or similar programming languages.
• Experience across multiple projects and development cycles.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and test software features and components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and refine software requirements.
• Lead coding efforts for specific modules or features.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues.
• Participate in code reviews and enforce coding standards.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and design discussions.
• Use AI to augment software engineering work, including development, testing, documentation, troubleshooting, and productivity improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree