[Hiring] Lead Application Developer @Primerica

Role Description

Developer is responsible for designing, modifying and developing systems using advanced techniques including the ability to analyze current systems to resolve new and/or existing problems. Evaluates technical feasibility of proposed system solution, develops project proposals and develops/modifies systems to meet the business need. Requires in-depth knowledge and experience in at least one software specialization. Acts as resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead or direct the work of other developers/projects. Stays current on new and emerging technology. Works independently; receives minimal guidance.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

This role is fully remote.

The salary range for this role is $120k - $125K.

Responsibilities

• Performs Technical Duties:
  • Codes, unit tests, and debugs programs ensuring optimal performance using advanced programming techniques.
  • Writes technical specifications and creates thorough unit test plans for each new functionality, application and/or conversion from one application system to the next.
  • Performs thorough unit testing for new functionality, applications, conversions, etc., through full regression validation.
  • Utilizes appropriate software tools for source code management, code creation, compilation and program execution.
  • Documents new systems as well as changes to existing systems according to established standards; develops flow charts, logic charts, record formats, and coding structures using architecture approved tools.
  • Reviews business test plans and results to ensure effectiveness in meeting project requirements.
  • Directs training of business personnel in new and modified systems.
  • Provides on-call support for production and lower environments.
  • Provides training by working with and mentoring other developers and/or contractors.
• Analysis and Investigative Responsibilities:
  • Performs background analysis through research, interviews / meetings with business areas to define needs, understand desired results and to resolve problems.
  • Meets independently with business partners and management to determine systems solutions and evaluates technical feasibility.
  • Analyzes detailed system factors, including input and output requirements, information flow, hardware and software requirements and alternative methods of problem resolution to ensure optimal performance.
  • Analyzes and documents new systems as well as changes to existing systems according to established standards; develops detailed flow charts, logic charts, record formats, and coding structures.
  • Applies advanced analysis skills and business knowledge in order to solve complex business problems.
  • Utilizes appropriate approved tools to design solutions.
  • Stays abreast of advanced technology within areas of expertise.
  • Collaborate with others to formulate optimal solutions.
• Project Delivery Responsibilities:
  • Participates and leads system creation, planning, and coordination with other IT teams and resources.
  • Coordinates with business teams on appropriate work efforts for their areas.
  • Creates and/or updates system documentation as appropriate based on project assignment.
  • Develops project proposals (including estimates) and presents to stakeholders for review and approval.
  • Discuss and document how proposed changes to the system will affect business process or other relevant systems.
  • Enforces and adheres to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Technology Management Policy.
  • Adhere to the Change Management Technology Management Policy.
• Project Leadership:
  • Manages more complex projects to completion including project design and proposals.
  • Maintains positive business/peer interactions.
• Compliance:
  • Protects the company’s authority to do business by complying with legal and ethical standards, policies and procedures.
  • Follows all applicable Information Technology Management Policies.
  • Ensures new development tools, methods or frameworks provide for secure coding techniques.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Provides training, guidance or mentoring to team members; no formal supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Technical, trade or business school or equivalent experience in computer science, computer engineering or related field.
• 4-5 years’ experience.
• Participated in several major system projects and has shown proficiency in several development discipline/platforms.
• Problem solving skills, analysis and design skills.
• Coding, testing and debugging systems.
• Self-motivated with outstanding organizational, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to work well with peers and management.
• Takes ownership of the tasks assigned and works with minimal guidance and direction from management, and other team members.

Requirements

• Java or C#, with experience developing web services using frameworks such as Springboot, J2EE, and/or NodeJS/NestJS/Express JS.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or Gradle.
• Experience with Container Management Software like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Troubleshooting tools like Chrome DevTools, IE Developer Tools, & BrowserStack.
• Test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira.
• Databases, JDBC, SQL, JSON and XML parsing.
• Unit Testing and Code Coverage with methods like JUnit.
• Exposure to troubleshooting server-side applications with tools like Wireshark.
• Messaging products: IBM MQ, Kafka, or Apache MQ.
• Understanding of Design Patterns and how to apply them.

Benefits

• Day one health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match.
• Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account.
• Professional development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events.