Sr .NET Application Developer

Performs development and maintenance programming and associated tasks for companys actuarial and underwriting applications. Analyzes business processes to define the applications functional requirements and technical specifications. Serves as subject matter expert for the applications technical and process capabilities. Provides guidance to staff on complex assignments.

Fundamental Components

– Independently designs and/or codes and may lead others in the development of cost effective application and program solutions.

– Leads or acts as chief technical contributor to translation of business requirements to technical specifications.

– Leads or acts as a technical contributor in the design of new applications or enhancements.

– Independently performs and assists other team members in providing ongoing system maintenance, research, problem resolution and on-call support tasks for existing systems.

– Oversees or performs unit testing. May perform or assist with integration and system testing, according to detailed test plans to ensure high-quality systems. May assist business partners with User Acceptance Testing.

– With limited direction, supports the implementation of systems into production.

– Responsible for Code Asset Management for an application or set of applications. Supports and promotes the reuse of assets across the organization.

– May lead or act as a subject matter expert for projects and/or service requests impacting an application or set of applications.

– Serves as team leader to direct technical activities, while also providing support for small and large highly complex projects that require increased skill across multiple technical environments and disciplines, that have system wide impact and that integrate across the organization.

– Receives some supervision and direction as regards prioritization of work but is competent to work independently and to offer direction and oversight to assigned team.

– Researches and maintains knowledge in emerging technologies with possible application to the business.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE DESIRED

– 6+ years experience in application program development, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

– Expertise in one or more programming language, dev. tools, and/or databases and the systems development life cycle.

– Familiarity with the .NET framework desired.

– Knowledge of SQL is a plus.

– Strong verbal and written communication skills.

– Analytical/problem solving skills.

EDUCATION

The minimum level of education desired for candidates in this position is a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCES

Functional – Information Technology/Application development/4+ Years

TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCES

Technical – Development Tools/Microsoft Visual Studio/4+ Years/End User

Technical – Database/Microsoft SQL Server/1+ Years/End User

REQUIRED SKILLS

Leadership/Collaborating for Results/ADVANCED

Technology/Developing Software Solutions/ADVANCED

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

Aetna is about more than just doing a job. This is our opportunity to re-shape healthcare for America and across the globe. We are developing solutions to improve the quality and affordability of healthcare. What we do will benefit generations to come.

We care about each other, our customers and our communities. We are inspired to make a difference, and we are committed to integrity and excellence.

Together we will empower people to live healthier lives.

Aetna is an equal opportunity & affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of personal characteristics or status. We take affirmative action to recruit, select and develop women, people of color, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

We are a company built on excellence. We have a culture that values growth, achievement and diversity and a workplace where your voice can be heard.

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