IT Development Software Advisor

Sedgwick • Juneau, AK

433d

About The Position

The IT Development Software Advisor at Sedgwick is responsible for developing, maintaining, testing, and debugging software in a Windows client/server environment. This role involves utilizing various software development languages and platforms to meet the needs of insurance carriers and regulatory groups. The advisor will work closely with management and project teams to ensure high-quality software delivery and customer service, while also contributing to the professional growth of programming staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with major in Information Systems or Management from an accredited college or university preferred; Master's degree strongly preferred.
• Ten (10) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education or experience required, including seven (7) years of software and development experience.
• Five (5) years hands-on programming experience in database and data-driven applications strongly preferred.
• High level knowledge of software development areas including software development life cycle methodologies, specification development, security, application modularization and logic specifications.
• Strong oral and written communication, including technical writing skills and presentation skills.
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
• Leadership/management/motivational skills.
• Analytical and interpretive skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.

Responsibilities

• Develops and modifies software to meet the specifications outlined in data processing requests.
• Develops and maintains software to meet requirements of insurance carrier and regulatory groups.
• Tests and debugs assigned projects; assists in testing projects for other members of the programming staff.
• Assists in the professional growth of programmers including code reviews.
• Adheres to the goal of delivering and maintaining the highest quality of customer service to our clients.
• Keeps abreast of software development language revisions and technology advances.
• Assists in performing moderately complex development of data and system.
• Assists in performing all development tasks required to ensure the accuracy of each software program within the specified timeframes.
• Works closely with management on assigned projects from inception through implementation ensuring adequate internal communication and user involvement is maintained.
• Develop client and customer needs as required; assists in the requirement process, development, unit testing of simple to moderately complex code.
• Proactively obtains information needed for the successful development of software programs.
• Programs and tests .Net core, JavaScript, C#, CSS, & SQL Server development changes.
• Experience building cloud-based applications in Azure.
• Completes required development as needed to provide a full and clear history of development and changes.
• Assists in investigating issues and developing resolution in a timely manner with a technical author.
• Follows pre-established departmental standards and guidelines as they pertain to design and development; adheres to the goal of delivering and maintaining the highest quality of customer service to our clients.
• Provides feedback and suggestions to improve process to IT management/Team Lead.
• Works closely with project managers to meet and complete project milestones accurately and on time.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Support for mental, physical, financial, and professional needs
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill sharpening
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees