Application Developer II

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:    

 The Application Developer II codes, tests and debugs programs, maintains and documents program code and procedures, and assists in the review and analysis of defined systems specifications, under moderate supervision.

 ***This position will be required to be onsite in West Des Moines, Iowa at least 2-3 days/week***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Prepares, codes, debugs, and tests programs.
• Evaluates, creates and modifies existing programs while gaining an understanding of system interfaces.
• Documents code changes and assists users in the development of procedures.
• Analyzes system solutions.
• Performs on-call responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None required for this position.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:  

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and two (2) or more years of related experience in a coding, testing and debugging environment; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience A minimum of one (1) year in an application development role required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS:

None required for this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Intermediate knowledge and skills in the use of specific computer software and programming languages (C#, .net, .net core, Angular, Angular JS, React, SQL, VB6, Visual Studio, HTML, CSS, Javascript, REST API, XML, JSON).
• Ability to develop in an event driven microservices ecosystem, leveraging various cloud native platforms (AWS Event platforms, AWS App Runner, API Gateway, AWS Lamda)
• Knowledge of maintaining and creating API documentation, leveraging the Open API Specification
• Knowledge of insurance industry practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques associated with programming of computers and networking equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Effective verbal and written communication, ability to effectively present information and interact in group situations.
• Initiative and innovation for improving work processes.
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• Collaborate with others to exchange knowledge to teach and learn new skills and business domains.
• Adaptable to change, delays and unexpected events.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, manuals, and instructions.
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.