Lead Software Developer

Job Purpose

Designs, coordinates, and implements multiple critical and complex projects for application development, maintenance, and enhancements.
The incumbent negotiates system architectural needs, analyzes system and business requirements, and develops project plans from written specifications.
Collaborates with user departments and other technology teams to coordinate the implementation of work requests and to provide guidance and operational support for production systems.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Manages large impactful, complex projects and designs, codes, and tests business applications.Maintains, integrates, and implements software systems/applications.
Works with others throughout the testing and implementation process.
May provide on-going support for significant programming changes on an on-going basis (i.e., post implementation).
Analyzes requirements and recommends solutions to integrate application/software/system components.
Troubleshoots end-user issues and performs programming activities to address programming errors or potentially needed enhancements.
Expertly utilizes development tools and maintains an expert level of programming languages and technologies.
Leads others to expertly leverage tools and technology.
Promotes quality by performing code reviews, developing and enforcing coding standards, recognizing system deficiencies, and implementing effective solutions.
Creates and executes expert level project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and provide deliverables in a timely and efficient manner.
Gathers business requirements, develops technical documentation, and promotes the use of existing documentation.
Expertly responds to the needs of internal and external clients and clearly articulates ideas and plans with clients and team members.
Mentors and develops all levels of Software Developers.
Applies the standard development methodology process to all projects.
Actively seeks and participates in personal and team development opportunities to meet departmental goals.
Maintains knowledge in field of expertise, and provides development resources and opportunities for team members.
Monitors industry trends and developments to improve system design and customer service.

Additional Duties

Provides scheduled on-call 24×7 system support on a rotational basis.
May participate in the evaluation and recommendation of new technology.
Presents information to clients and peers.
Performs other special projects or duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Strong knowledge of the following languages: JAVA, SQL, Drools, and jBPMPrefer hands on experience with one or more of the following: Java Web Services, JSF, DB2, Sybase IQ, Mongo DB, ODM and Spring batch framework, SAP Data Services, etc.
Complex knowledge of at least one of the following languages: JAVA, COBOL, C++, Perl, SQL, etc.
Demonstrated record of successful, complex cross-system implementations.
Solid experience applying methodologies to design and implement projects.
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects in a changing technical environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to develop technical and business solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical ability.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment to achieve desired results.
Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and/or education.
8+ years of relevant experience required.
Financial services experience and professional insurance designations are preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

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