Software Engineer III - Automation Engineering

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">We are looking for a&nbsp;<strong>Software Engineer III</strong>&nbsp;to join our growing Automation Engineering team. This senior-level role will help design, build, and optimize automation solutions that improve software quality, operational efficiency, and business outcomes.</p> <p>This role expands beyond traditional test automation into broader workflow, process, quality engineering, and operational automation. The ideal candidate is a self-directed engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and helping establish scalable automation practices across multiple applications and business domains.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks and solutions across testing, operational workflows, and business processes.</li> <li>Serve as a technical subject matter expert for automation solutions supporting business-critical applications and processes.</li> <li>Lead automation development efforts across the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, deployment, support, and optimization.</li> <li>Build automation for UI, API, integration, regression, data validation, and business process workflows.</li> <li>Evaluate and implement modern automation tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve efficiency and reliability.</li> <li>Contribute to automation strategy, standards, engineering best practices, and technology roadmaps.</li> <li>Partner with business stakeholders, QA teams, developers, and operations teams to identify automation opportunities.</li> <li>Troubleshoot complex technical issues across applications, frameworks, and automation platforms.</li> <li>Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and promote a culture of ownership, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.</li> <li>5+ years of professional experience in software development, automation engineering, analysis, and coding.</li> <li>3+ years of experience working with complex systems, architectures, or application structures.</li> <li>Proficiency across the software development lifecycle and modern engineering practices.</li> <li>Strong development skills in one or more programming languages or frameworks, such as&nbsp;<strong>C#, JavaScript, or Java</strong>.</li> <li>Experience building and maintaining automation frameworks for UI, API, and/or process automation.</li> <li>Strong understanding of web technologies, APIs, scripting tools, system integration patterns, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and version control.</li> <li>Experience with system optimization, monitoring, and troubleshooting complex technical issues.</li> <li>Experience developing automation solutions for testing, workflows, or operational processes preferred.</li> <li>Familiarity with automation platforms, workflow orchestration tools, or RPA technologies is a plus.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Core Competencies</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Automation-first mindset focused on quality, efficiency, and scalability.</li> <li>Strong technical judgment across system design, architecture, and automation engineering.</li> <li>Ability to lead initiatives, influence technical decisions, and mentor others.</li> <li>Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.</li> <li>Proven problem-solving skills with a focus on scalable, maintainable solutions.</li> <li>High ownership, accountability, and commitment to quality outcomes.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Help shape and grow a modern enterprise automation engineering practice.</li> <li>Work on automation initiatives beyond traditional test automation.</li> <li>Collaborate across IT and business teams to improve quality, speed, and efficiency.</li> <li>Influence enterprise modernization and operational efficiency efforts.</li> <li>Gain exposure to diverse technologies, systems, and automation platforms.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Salary Range:</p> <p><span class="collapsed-field-text">$89,800.00 - $125,500.00 &nbsp;</span></p> <p>Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">#VIZI</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">#LI-LM1</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow.&nbsp; And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth:&nbsp; We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets.</p> <p>We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs.&nbsp; We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them.&nbsp; This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators.</p> <p>EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status</p> <p>For applicants that are California residents, please review our <a href="https://www.horacemann.com/privacy/ccpa" target="_blank">California Consumer Privacy Notice</a></p> <p>All applicants should review our <a href="http://www.horacemann.com/privacy.aspx" target="_blank">Horace Mann Privacy Policy</a></p></div>