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Software Developer II

National General Insurance Boise, ID Information Technology

Primary Purpose:

Development and maintenance of software applications built using Microsoft stack.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

  • Design, develop and test software applications
  • Maintain systems by identifying and correcting software defects
  • Create technical specifications and unit test plans
  • Work with QA to align understanding of requirements and to develop system test plans
  • Work as part of an Agile development team to solve problems and develop projects in a fast paced environment
  • Follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
  • Demonstrate a basic degree of creativity and problem solving skills
  • Follow the established software development life cycle
  • Follow established coding standards and naming conventions
  • Support applications using software development methodologies including structured programming, documentation, design and code review
  • Work with business analysts and application users to define and design robust user centric application solutions
  • Collaborate with UX resources to drive consistent look and feel of user interface
  • Collaborate with database resources to ensure robust and complete data access and manipulation
  • Collaborate with IT Operations to ensure hardware and software are aligned to deliver business requirements
  • Mentor junior and other new developers
  • On-site regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job

Minimum Skills and Competencies:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Bachelor’s Degree or in-lieu of degree equivalent education, training and work-related experience
  • 5 years of experience in Microsoft technology stack
  • Expert in C#, JavaScript, MSSQL 2012 or above
  • Proficient with MVC, Angular, Asp.Net, JQuery
  • Hands on experience with Visual Studio & TFS as source control tool
  • Must have good understanding of SOLID object oriented programming (OOP) concepts
  • Must have experience with WCF
  • Experience in end-to-end Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) project
  • Experience working with Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Good at understanding requirements, getting clarifications
  • Have passion for learning new technologies and enhancing existing skills
  • Proactive issue resolution with a positive attitude
  • Understand solution at the project level
  • Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish working relationships with individuals at varying levels within the organization
  • Demonstrated integrity within a professional environment
  • Ability to adapt to new situations and learn quickly
  • Must perform well in high-energy, dynamic and team-oriented environments
  • Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills

Desired Skills:

  • Insurance industry experience
  • Familiarity with writing unit tests
  • Relevant Microsoft certification
  • Experience with Web API, Entity Framework
  • Experience with Crystal Reports, SSRS and/or SSIS

Job Requirements
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About National General Holdings:

National General Holdings Corp. is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.

National General is a fast paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial organization. Our team members live by and exemplify what we call the 4Es. At National General, we are Energized, Engaged, Empowered, and we Execute every day in order to provide an exceptional experience for our customers! We are passionate about our organization and the value that we add every day. A successful candidate with National General will embody the 4Es. Our team is poised to outperform the competition. We are National General Insurance and with us you can be extraordinary! Come join our team!

Companies and Partners

Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.

In addition to a phenomenal career opportunity, National General Insurance offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Paid Training

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

• Wellness Programs

• Life and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

• 401k w/ Company Match

• Company Paid Holidays & Generous Time-off policy

• Employee Discount Program

• Career Advancement and Development Opportunities

• On-site Healthcare Clinic (Winston-Salem and Cleveland offices)

• On-site Fitness Center (Cleveland and Dallas offices)

• Subsidized parking (Cleveland office)

National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas.

In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.

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This position provides development support in the design and implementation of complex software applications in support of client agency operations and goals. Work at this level is distinguished by consistent work experience, effective communication skills using rational arguments and facts, and independence of action required to accomplish program goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

  • Works with customers to develop, modify, enhance and deploy complex web applications that will improve their business processes or improve their service.
  • Assists in the development of applications which support the needs of agencies utilizing such things as highly technical software development tools, database management systems, programming, and development standards for timely delivery and cost efficiency based on customer specifications and expectations.
  • Participates in all phases of application development including requirements gathering, estimating phases or tasks, building, testing and implementation.
  • Uses modern programming languages and techniques to design, code, and implement software solutions.
  • Participates in identifying compatibility issues and efficiency of applications.
  • Participates in researching available tools, technologies, and software products to determine alternative technology solutions to meet customer expectations.
  • Researches and document best practices for particular aspects of the development process.
  • Establishes and maintains standards as required, and apply industry best practice policies.
  • Uses Agile Development Methods.
  • Works directly with customers to interpret their business processes into technical specifications and requirements.
  • Communicates design requirements to technical and non-technical personnel.
  • Works effectively on multiple projects with overlapping deadlines and adjusts to changing priorities and frequent interruptions.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those with experience in Graphic Arts Skills (Adobe Photoshop or other related graphic art tools.)

Preference may be given to those with experience in JavaScript, Jquery, Polymer, and other scripting languages.

Preference may be given to those with experience in C#, Java.

Preference may be given to those with experience in HTML and other markup languages.

Preference may be given to those with experience in MS SQL Server or MYSQL.

Preference may be given to those with experience in Agile Scrum development.

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Knowledge of the principles behind and experience developing complex business applications such as programming, computer hardware and software, mathematics and their applications.
  • Knowledge of employing information technology to meet business requirements.
  • Knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
  • Knowledge of application integration techniques.
  • Knowledge of traditional and Agile software development methodologies.
  • Principles of customer service, process improvement and performance management.
  • Designs logical reports and input forms.
  • Graphic User Interface design concepts.
  • Knowledge of relational database design.
  • Carries out directives of superiors.
  • Works in a collaborative team environment.
  • Thinks logically and can solve problems.
  • Works and completes tasks with minimum supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (typically in Computer Technology)

PLUS

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Software Development I

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Software Development I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES:

  • FLSA: Non-Exempt
  • Successful candidate must pass a background check.

Supplemental Information

077-Enterprise Technology Services – ETS – Information Technology

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