IT Software Development Advisor_Java

Job Title: IT Software Development Advisor_Java
Client: Sedgwick
Location: Remote

Manager's Notes:
1. 6 years of Java Development Experience
2. Experience working with teams including source code control branching and merging
3. 3 years SQL experience with MariaDB, SQL Server or Oracle
4. 2 years of front end experience with Javascript, Angular or React

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To design, develop, maintain, test and debug software and applications; to determine the impact of new programs on and ensure compatibility with existing systems; to develop expertise in and assume responsibility for one or more specific system functions; under general supervision, to formulate/define system scope and objectives; to devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operating time and form of desired results; in some cases, to be responsible for project completion; and to provide guidance and training to other analyst/programmers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Becomes familiar with all aspects of the application, including reports, parameters, claims management, intake services, carrier/client interfaces and vendor/business partner interfaces.
Assumes responsibility and develops expertise for a specific area of functionality of the application.
Analyzes user needs, as required, and leads in the design of specifications to meet those needs.
Develops and maintains software to meet the specifications outlined in data processing requests.
Assesses requirements of insurance carriers and regulatory groups; leads in the design and development of software to meet those requirements.
Tests and debugs software; assists in testing projects for other analyst/programmers.
Prepares documentation for assigned projects and completes the paperwork necessary to release the project.
Assists in the professional growth of other analyst/programmers.
Follows departmental pre-established standards and guidelines as applicable to design and development.
Adheres to the goal of delivering and maintaining the highest quality of customer service to clients.
Keeps up-to-date with technology changes and direction.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATION:
**Education & Licensing**
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.

Experience:
Eight (8) years of program development experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years specialized experience with an emphasis on interpreting user requirements, business application design and programming of business applications. Insurance industry experience preferred.

Skills & Knowledge:
Knowledge of client/server applications and claims management systems
Excellent project management skills
High level of self-motivation
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Leadership skills
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies