Associate Software Engineer

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. Because, at Markel, the work you do gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities. Whether you’re wild about horses, bananas for boats or driven by data, you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.
Join us and play your part in something special!

Associate Software Engineer works in an Agile production support team in a multi-technology environment and contributes to the maintenance and enhancement of business applications. Under the guidance of a Sr. Software Engineer or Manager, collaborates with Business Analysts, key stakeholders, and other IT professionals to define technical specifications (based on business requirements) and system interfaces to develop and present business solutions. Software knowledge base will vary based on the applications being supported or enhanced. The production support team is a key facet to the Data Services organization that allows for exposure to multiple areas and teams of the Markel enterprise.

Job Responsibilities

• Production support of key data delivery applications, warehouse, and data lake for the enterprise.  This includes day-to-day execution of ETL jobs, data corrections/enhancements, support of reporting applications, monthly releases and monthly data processing. 
• Codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors simple programs/scripts to existing and new systems/programs.  Reviews own work to deliver clean code and product.
• Develops and executes unit test scripts under supervision.
• Assists in the diagnoses, troubleshooting, and resolution of issues reported.
• Assists with simple installations, replacing consumable items, maintenance and ensuring correct working of installations.
• Follows department standards and procedures and documents and reports on work done.
• Reviews and coordinates with Sr. Software Developer or manager all systems changes and programs prior to their implementation.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team’s effort by accomplishing any related tasks as needed.
• Required to work late evening and weekends as needed – typically 10 – 15 hours a month.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems,  other related field or military experience preferred

Certification

• Insurance certifications or affiliation with industry group a plus

Work Experience

• 1+ years coding in multiple programming languages such as C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python preferred
• 1+ years of experience with relational databases and SQL – MS SQL Server preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud computing, Serverless tools (Logic Apps and Function Apps) or Databricks is a plus.

Additional Experience

• Experience with ETL processing platforms such as Informatica or Attunity a plus
• Experience with automation tools such as automate or devops tools a plus
• Experience assembling solutions using custom development, off the shelf systems, and 3rd party integrations preferred

Skill Sets

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong team player
• Flexibility and attention to details
• Strong desire for continuous improvement

Must be authorized to work in the U.S., and not require sponsorship now or in the future.

 

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you:

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work. 

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life. 
• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance. 
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