IT Associate - Test Engineer

Our Fortune 500 company is driving a digital transformation and looking for forward-thinking innovators to disrupt how our industry thinks about and uses technology. As one of the world's leading employee benefits providers, we help millions of people gain affordable access to benefits that help them protect their families, their finances and their futures.

Are you an asker of questions, a solver of problems, and a challenger of the status quo? Our mission is to provide a differentiated customer experience and exceed the expectations people have of technology at any company — not just insurers. 

We are seeking individuals to join our team of talented IT professionals who share never-ending passion and an unwavering focus on our customer experience. Team members comfortable working in an agile, fast-paced, and delivery-focused environment thrive in our environment where we value an entrepreneurial spirit and those who challenge the status-quo.

Unum is changing, and we’re excited about what’s next. Join us.

General Summary:Unum is seeking motivated individuals to join our IT team as IT Associates. This entry-level position is designed to provide comprehensive training and hands-on experience in software development within an Agile environment. Over a period of 9 to 12 months, you will work closely with experienced professionals, learning various languages, applications, and platforms utilized by Unum's IT groups. Upon successful completion of the training period, you will transition to the role of Test Engineer I.
This is a Hybrid on-campus requirement in Chattanooga, TN only.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent relevant experience.
• 0 to 2 years of IT-related experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team player.
• Self-motivated with a focus on quality delivery and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the analysis, design, construction, testing, and delivery of software-based solutions.
• Collaborate with team members and managers to test features and maintain applications.
• Engage in Agile practices, including daily standups, sprint retrospectives, and code reviews.
• Embrace learning opportunities and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.

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Our company is built on helping individuals and families, and this starts with our employees. We want employees to maintain a positive balance, which is why we provide access to the benefits and resources they need to invest in themselves. From our onsite fitness facilities and generous paid time off to employee professional development programs, we are committed to helping employees live and work their best – both inside and outside the office.

Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.

$52,000.00-$101,000.00

Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not.  All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.

Company:

Unum