Software Engineer - Java [T500-23135]

About the Company

About Sedgwick:

We are the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, helping clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. Our expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, we provide unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape.

About Sedgwick India:

India’s deep and diverse talent pool plays a critical role in our global growth strategy. That is why we have expanded our global footprint with the establishment of Sedgwick India, a state-of-the-art Global Capability Center in MG Road, Bengaluru. At Sedgwick India we are a high-impact, inclusive, and collaborative ecosystem where talented professionals come together to drive digital innovation and streamline our global operations. We are currently expanding our team, with a primary focus on diverse technology and software development roles, along with selecting legal positions to solve insurance litigations. We are not just adopting new technologies, but using them to elevate people, improve lives, and lead our industry forward with heart and purpose.

Working at Sedgwick:

Our company is a place where creative and caring people of all backgrounds can be challenged, grow as individuals, and feel a higher purpose in the unique value they bring and the difference they make in the lives of others. We celebrate our differences; cultivating uniqueness and belonging allows us to connect with our consumers on a personal level, understand our clients’ needs, support the communities in which we operate, and perform at our best.

We’re passionate and understanding about our colleagues – so we have built flexibility into our colleague working model. If you wish to work from home, split your working time between the home and office or change your hours so you can collect your children or care for someone in your family, we’re supportive of that. As a flexible employer, we’re happy to discuss options that take into consideration your personal needs for this position during your interview.

Position Title – Software Engineer

Overview:

The Software Engineer will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that meet business and client needs. This position requires strong technical expertise in Java-based technologies, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work in an Agile environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coding, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, ensuring that applications are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Develop high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code based on user stories and technical specifications.
• Prepare and execute comprehensive unit test plans to ensure robust functionality.
• Participate actively in peer code reviews to maintain coding standards and improve overall quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues throughout the software development lifecycle.

Other Responsibilities:

• Other duties may be assigned from time to time depending on the strategic and operational needs of the organisation, and will be communicated to the employee in a timely manner
• Other duties are an essential part of the role and require the same level of skills, knowledge, and accountability as the main duties

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on coding experience in enterprise-level applications.
• Strong coding experience in:
• Java
• Spring Boot
• REST API development
• SQL
• Hibernate
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Bitbucket).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo, GitHub Actions).
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices and design patterns.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results under deadlines.
• Proficiency in debugging and optimizing application performance.
• Adaptability to learn new technologies and frameworks as needed.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and level of work difficulty of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.