[Hiring] Lead Software Development Analyst @William Blair - Private

Role Description

Lead the design, modification, testing, implementation, and maintenance of firm software applications. Responsibilities include:

• Guide software developers in defining requirements, developing test cases, designing, implementing, and providing support for firm applications.
• Plan and oversee the execution of large-scale software development projects.
• Resolve escalated technical issues.
• Provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Collaborate with business partners to develop a detailed understanding of their business needs.
• Contribute to the long-term planning of firm applications throughout the software life cycle.
• Provide subject matter expertise on software development methodologies, tools, system architecture, usage, and functionality.
• Drive the achievement of key milestones and project objectives.
• Ensure that software development activities comply with firm standards and procedures.
• Coordinate the requirements definition and development of test cases for new applications and software modifications.
• Consult with software developers, IT infrastructure staff, and vendors to implement fixes.
• Develop and implement changes to procedures or methodologies to prevent future issues.
• Develop application specific business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Oversee testing and documentation of business continuity plans.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendors.
• Recommend direction based on holistic understanding of firm application needs.
• Monitor industry trends and external developments that may impact firm software application solutions.
• Ensure all activities follow applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

100% telecommuting permitted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• 7 years of experience as a Software Developer or related occupation.

Requirements

• Writing and optimizing stored procedures.
• Utilizing software development methodologies, specifically Agile, and best practices in code management and process.
• Using Microsoft SQL and server services (including SSRS, SSIS, SSAS).
• Managing IT project rollouts to end users.
• Working with outside teams and senior management.
• Writing documentation to be consumed across teams and business units.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit, and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer paid short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Paid time off.
• Maven family and fertility benefit.
• Parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement).
• Other voluntary benefits.