Software Engineer II - React.js

Our Fortune 500 company is driving a digital transformation and looking for forward-thinking innovators to disrupt how our industry thinks about and uses technology. As one of the world's leading employee benefits providers, we help millions of people gain affordable access to benefits that help them protect their families, their finances and their futures.

Are you an asker of questions, a solver of problems, and a challenger of the status quo? Our mission is to provide a differentiated customer experience and exceed the expectations people have of technology at any company — not just insurers. 

We are seeking individuals to join our team of talented IT professionals who share never-ending passion and an unwavering focus on our customer experience. Team members comfortable working in an agile, fast-paced, and delivery-focused environment thrive in our environment where we value an entrepreneurial spirit and those who challenge the status-quo.

Unum is changing, and we’re excited about what’s next. Join us.

General Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer II with deep expertise in React.js and modern JavaScript (ES6+) to join our agile development team. In this role, you will design, build, and configure scalable front-end solutions with minimal oversight, contributing to high-quality software delivery through strong testing practices and CI/CD pipelines. You will collaborate closely with designers and cross-functional teams to implement modular, accessible, and performant UI components.

Experience with Azure DevOps, AWS front-end services, and component-driven development is essential. You’ll apply critical thinking to architect cloud-integrated solutions and may mentor junior engineers.

Familiarity with tools like Jest, React Testing Library, and Playwright is expected, along with a solid grasp of HTML5, CSS3, and accessibility standards (WCAG).

Experience with Storybook, Webpack/Vite, and third-party API integration is a plus.

This is a hybrid role that requires a minimum of 2x per week in one of our locations: Atlanta, Chattanooga, or Portland ME

Job Specifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science is preferred, or equivalent relevant business experience
• 4+ years' experience with demonstrated success in software development or equivalent experience
• Clearly demonstrates analytical ability and critical thinking skills
• Takes a logical, analytical approach to problem solving and pays close attention to detail
• Experience with Agile Development Methodologies
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Takes an innovative approach to problem solving
• Able to solve complex technical problems and drive system optimizations
• Demonstrates strong focus on quality delivery and delighting customers; holds self to high standards of delivery
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong team player; able to work effectively within a team and more broadly with people from a variety of backgrounds and areas across the organization.

Must Have

• Strong experience with React.js and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
• Experience designing Software Architecture with Cloud Resources
• Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3
• ⁠Experience with Azure DevOps/CICD experience creating release pipelines
• Experience with component-driven development and modular UI architecture
• Familiarity with AWS front-end integration (e.g., S3, CloudFront, Lambda for front-end delivery)
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG)
• Strong unit and integration testing skills using tools like:
  • Jest
  • React Testing Library
  • Playwright
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
• Ability to collaborate with designers (e.g., using Figma, LucidChart)

Nice to Have

• Experience with Storybook for UI component development
• Familiarity with Webpack or Vite for front-end build tooling
• Experience integrating third-party APIs
• Background in modernizing legacy front-end systems
• Experience in Financial Services or Healthcare domains
• Exposure to performance tuning and secure front-end development
• Familiarity with Git and version control best practices

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