Software Engineer - Java Development

Summary

Genworth and CareScout are focused on simplifying and dignifying the aging experience by helping people find, fund, and understand aging care. The Software Engineer will design, develop, test, maintain, and support Java-based applications and services, while collaborating with cross-functional teams on APIs, microservices, application modernization, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and AI-assisted development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications and services that support critical business processes
• Support production applications by investigating incidents, resolving defects, and implementing enhancements to improve system reliability and user experience
• Translate business requirements and user stories into scalable, maintainable software solutions
• Participate in application design discussions and contribute to technical solution recommendations
• Develop and support RESTful APIs, microservices, and integrations with internal and external systems
• Troubleshoot application defects, performance issues, and production incidents while identifying root causes and implementing solutions
• Create and maintain technical documentation, process flows, and system design artifacts
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the adoption of software engineering best practices and coding standards
• Collaborate with developers, architects, business analysts, QA engineers, and infrastructure teams to deliver technology solutions
• Contribute to application modernization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Utilize approved AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Copilot to improve developer productivity, accelerate software delivery, enhance code quality, and support testing, troubleshooting, and documentation activities
• Apply engineering judgment to validate, test, secure, and maintain AI-generated code and recommendations
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and software delivery automation to enable secure, reliable, and high-quality software solutions
• Work effectively with distributed teams across multiple locations and time zones

Skills

• This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship
• Hybrid in-office would be required if you reside within 50 miles of our Richmond or Lynchburg, VA office. Required in-office days are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with working hours targeting our core business hours of 9am-5pm EST
• • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field
• • 3-5 + years of experience in application development or software engineering
• • 3+ years of experience developing applications using Java
• • Experience with Spring Boot, Spring Framework, or similar enterprise application frameworks
• • Experience developing, supporting, and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices
• • Working knowledge of software engineering principles, object-oriented design, and modern development practices
• • Experience working with relational databases and SQL
• • Experience using Git-based source control systems and collaborative development workflows
• • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver solutions in a dynamic environment
• • Strong verbal and written communication skills
• • Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• • Passion for continuous learning and adopting emerging technologies
• • Experience using GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, or similar AI-assisted software development tools
• • Experience working in modern software engineering environments that leverage Agile delivery, DevSecOps practices, CI/CD automation, cloud technologies, and AI-assisted development tools
• • Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
• • Experience with container technologies such as Docker / Kubernetes
• • Exposure to security scanning tools such as SonarQube, SAST, DAST, or dependency scanning solutions
• • Experience supporting enterprise business applications within insurance, financial services, or healthcare industries
• • Interest in leveraging AI technologies to improve software development, testing, documentation, operational support, and developer productivity
• • Java
• • Spring Boot / Spring Framework
• • REST APIs & Microservices
• • SQL & Relational Databases
• • Git / GitLab
• • Maven / Gradle
• • Azure or AWS
• • Docker / Kubernetes
• • Agile Development Methodologies

Qualifications

Must Haves

• This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship
• Hybrid in-office would be required if you reside within 50 miles of our Richmond or Lynchburg, VA office. Required in-office days are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with working hours targeting our core business hours of 9am-5pm EST
• • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field
• • 3-5 + years of experience in application development or software engineering
• • 3+ years of experience developing applications using Java
• • Experience with Spring Boot, Spring Framework, or similar enterprise application frameworks
• • Experience developing, supporting, and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices
• • Working knowledge of software engineering principles, object-oriented design, and modern development practices
• • Experience working with relational databases and SQL
• • Experience using Git-based source control systems and collaborative development workflows
• • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver solutions in a dynamic environment
• • Strong verbal and written communication skills
• • Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• • Passion for continuous learning and adopting emerging technologies

Nice to Haves

• • Experience using GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, or similar AI-assisted software development tools
• • Experience working in modern software engineering environments that leverage Agile delivery, DevSecOps practices, CI/CD automation, cloud technologies, and AI-assisted development tools
• • Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
• • Experience with container technologies such as Docker / Kubernetes
• • Exposure to security scanning tools such as SonarQube, SAST, DAST, or dependency scanning solutions
• • Experience supporting enterprise business applications within insurance, financial services, or healthcare industries
• • Interest in leveraging AI technologies to improve software development, testing, documentation, operational support, and developer productivity
• • Java
• • Spring Boot / Spring Framework
• • REST APIs & Microservices
• • SQL & Relational Databases
• • Git / GitLab
• • Maven / Gradle
• • Azure or AWS
• • Docker / Kubernetes
• • Agile Development Methodologies

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in a bonus incentive plan; incentive compensation is based on individual and company performance and is not guaranteed.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
• Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options
• Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)
• Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave
• Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support
• Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)
• Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services
• Remote work available in Eastern & Central time zones; hybrid in-office work is required for employees residing within 50 miles of the Richmond or Lynchburg, VA office, with required in-office days on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays