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Jr. Software Engineer

Department: Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Allentown, PA

Our company is looking for a Jr. Software Engineer to join our growing software engineering team. In this role, you collaborate with other developers and engineers to design computer applications and programs.

Part of these responsibilities include writing and debugging code, so we are looking for applicants familiar with C, C#, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and any of the other common programming languages. You should also be comfortable learning .Net, AngularJS, MS SQL, and other common frameworks to develop software for various platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with other developers and engineers to design, build, and maintain software applications
  • Build applications for various platforms using common frameworks, including Microsoft .Net technology
  • Write and debug code
  • Troubleshoot and fix software issues
  • Participate in the Agile (project management) process
  • Write and maintain documentation
  • Provide on-call support as necessary

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
  • Knowledge of one or more basic programming languages like Java, JavaScript, C, C++, Python etc. 
  • A passion for solving problems and providing workable solutions
  • Ability to quickly develop new skills, learn new tools, and integrate new techniques
  • Experience in using SQL, .Net, and AngularJS frameworks a plus
  • Strong Analytical and reasoning skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Candidates with a valid work permit are preferred
  • We are looking for candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience in Software Engineering, including recent graduates with relevant internships or project experience

Benefits

  • Employee Health and Supplemental Insurance premiums paid 100% by the company*
  • Employee options for Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
  • Competitive 401K plan with company match 
  • Generous Pais Time Off (PTO) plan 
  • 8 paid pre-determined calendar holidays 

How Ideal Concepts Supports Your Success 

  • As a growing company, Ideal Concepts will foster your individual professional development through training, mentorship, and continuous leadership development
  • Being promoted here is based on your work performance, goal achievement, and leadership capabilities, meaning every employee has the same opportunity, regardless of tenure or title, to grow in their career! 
  • You will work in a team atmosphere with motivated, passionate, and career-driven individuals just like yourself
  • You will be a part of a collaborative environment that encourages problem-solvers and outside-the-box thinkers to find solutions and achieve excellence
  • IT supported onboarding with company equipment, technologies, and programs to ensure success in your position

Who We Are 

Ideal Concepts, Inc. has impacted the insurance industry for over 20 years by simplifying the sales of insurance products from carrier to agent to client through cutting-edge technology. Through this effort, we stand by our mission to provide flawless solutions with remarkable service to every client. Today Ideal Concepts is established with over 100 carrier partners in 50 states selling Health, Medicare, Life, and Property & Casualty as well as a suite of supplemental insurance products. 

As an employee of Ideal Concepts, Inc. you will enter a growing and changing environment that is motivated and shaped by our core values of integrity, tenacity, mastery, and simplicity. Ideal Concepts, Inc. has been recognized for its prestigious growth many times, including 6 consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America and 4 consecutive years on the local accolade of Lehigh Valley Business Fastest Growing Companies. 

As part of taking care of our employees, Ideal Concepts provides an excellent benefits package that will take care of you inside and outside the workplace. Beyond the opportunity to prosper in your career, Ideal Concepts will cover 100% of your premium for major medical. dental, vision, and life insurance - this will allow you to take care of yourself and your family without worrying about increasing healthcare costs. You will also have access to a competitive 401K program where the company matches a portion of your employee contributions. Additionally, you can enjoy your paid time off without having to accrue a balance. 

*Supplemental benefits such as Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Life insurance are subject to state availability and will only be provided if available in your state of residence. 

Ideal Concepts, Inc. / InsureMe, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We will soon return to our offices, at which time, we will utilize a hybrid work schedule with regular required work from the office and moderate flexibility to work from home. 

Employee benefits Benefits

Employee Health Insurance

Covered

Employee Supplemental

Insurance Covered

Company 401k

Matching

15 PTO days

To Start

Four Company-Wide

Family Events

Individual Team-Building

Outings

Monthly Birthday

Potluck Lunches

About the team

The Software Engineering team is at the heart of the “technology” portion of the business. Our software engineers help in scaling the sales and marketing operations, which allows the company to grow while also keeping operational costs low to remain competitive in the industry. They develop and maintain the insurance sales technology created at Ideal Concepts, including SalesRadix and iWebQuotes.com.

Currently, the Software Engineering team dedicates hundreds of hours per week maintaining and updating said platforms. This includes planning both short and long-term engineering projects, maintaining all current internal tool, consulting with various Ideal Concepts teams to develop new features to improve our current technology, and working closely with federal and state exchanges to integrate our technology.

Life at Ideal Concepts

Working at Ideal Concepts is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to grow your career! Your voice will always be heard, and your accomplishments are recognized. Join our award-winning company to take your career and passion to the next level.

Life in the Lehigh Valley

Whether you’re interested in a lively downtown city lifestyle or quaint country living, the Lehigh Valley has something for you! The Valley is comprised of three historic and thriving cities: Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton. In addition, an abundance of picturesque towns brings the population to about 850,000 people in the metro area.

Ideal Concepts is centrally located in recently revitalized downtown Allentown, an hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City.

  • Over 30 highly ranked private and public high schools
  • 13+ prestigious colleges and universities
  • Four nationally recognized hospital systems
  • 15 non-stop destinations out of Lehigh Valley International Airport
  • Home to hundreds of unique festivals, exciting restaurants and bars, concert venues, museums, historic sites, outdoor adventures, and two Philadelphia minor league sports teams

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