Job Description

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.

Our Digital Transformation and Information Technology organization is seeking an Associate Application Engineer to join our growing team in our Worcester Headquarters.

This role is ideal for early career developers who enjoy hands on coding, problem solving, and continuous learning. Candidates located near Worcester, MA are strongly preferred for this hybrid role.

POSITIN SUMMARY:

You will work closely with senior engineers and technical leads to build modern applications using Java and full stack development practices. This role is focused on hands on keyboard development, following established patterns, contributing to high quality code, and learning through mentorship.

This is a full time, salaried position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Hands on development — Implement application features using React and Java technology stacks, under the guidance of technical leads
• Full stack contribution — Contribute to both backend and frontend components as part of project delivery
• SDLC participation — Follow established SDLC practices including requirements review, development, testing, and deployment
• Code quality — Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews
• Unit testing — Develop and execute unit tests to ensure functionality and stability
• Troubleshooting — Investigate and resolve defects identified during QA and business validation
• Agile teamwork — Collaborate with team members in an Agile, team oriented environment
• Production support — Assist with production releases and ensure ongoing application stability
• Continuous learning — Build technical knowledge through mentorship, training, and exposure to modern development tools
• Build foundational understanding of P&C insurance concepts and internal systems
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• 0–2 years of experience in software development or related technical roles
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and desire to grow technical skills
• Interest in modern development approaches and full stack engineering
• Exposure to or interest in GenAI assisted development tools
• Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions with guidance
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively in an Agile, collaborative environment

TECHNCIAL SKILLS:

• Hands on experience with Java or similar object oriented languages
• Hands-on experience with mobile (native or cross platform) languages and platforms
• Exposure to front end technologies such as React, JavaScript and CSS
• Familiarity with version control, especially Git
• Understanding of REST APIs and basic integration concepts
• General understanding of cloud fundamentals, especially Azure
• Ability to troubleshoot and work through technical problems
• Experience working in Agile environments

WHY THIS ROLE:

• Build your career — Strengthen core engineering skills with mentorship from experienced developers
• Hands on impact — Contribute directly to applications that support business operations
• Supportive environment — Learn in a collaborative, team first culture
• Future focused — Gain exposure to modern development tools, cloud technologies, and GenAI assisted coding

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at:HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Compensation

The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.