Application Developer III

Equitrust Life Insurance Company - West Des Moines, IA

Full-time - Mid Level

West Des Moines, IA

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About the position

The Application Developer III is responsible for developing system applications based on requests and implementing applicable solutions. This role involves verifying application logic, preparing test data, testing and debugging applications, and preparing documentation according to company standards. The Developer is expected to stay updated on hardware, development techniques, and languages used by the company, while also providing guidance and educational support to the development staff.

Responsibilities

• Develops new applications as per specifications including application code, testing completed applications, and developing required documentation.
• Maintains strict adherence to standards for documentation, development techniques, testing, and related activities.
• Maintains existing programs as per project task specifications including coding alterations, testing corrected applications, and updating documentation.
• Leads or participates in walk-throughs of program design, coding, and testing to minimize program problems.
• Keeps up-to-date on system development techniques and languages and applies those during development efforts.
• Informs designated individuals on project/work status.
• Focuses on developing technical skills in system application development.
• Supports the IT team and other departments as needed.
• Takes on additional responsibilities to accomplish department and company objectives.
• Participates and contributes to the goals and objectives of the company by fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Advanced ability to develop in at least 1 programming language, either .NET or C#.
• Demonstrated ability to develop in an additional programming language.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and write basic SQL commands.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in code versioning tools.
• Ability to proactively identify and solve problems and issues of all types.
• Possess analytical skills including proficiency with research tools and techniques.
• Ability to manage time to meet varying deadlines and execute under pressure.
• Responsible, reliable, dedicated, and accountable.
• Organized and self-directed.
• Quick learner, intuitive, problem solver, and analytical.
• Ability to work effectively with all departments and affiliates.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in an insurance company.
• Knowledge and experience working with workflow solutions (e.g., OnBase).