Information Technology
Software Application Developer
Summary
Software application developers function as computer software engineers who design, build, implement, and maintain computer software applications to meet business needs. Software application developers conduct software analysis, program, test, and debug software. Software application developers maintain and support both new and existing applications to enhance function and maintain or improve performance.
Essential Job Functions
The essential functions described below are intended to broadly define the expectations of the role.
1. Perform all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
2. Collaborate with SIA management and business users to define system requirements and specifications
3. Write program code to translate requirements into functioning applications
4. Design application databases and/or database changes in collaboration with Database Administrator(s)
5. Produce efficient, scalable, readable code that satisfies requirements and meets industry, SIA, and team standards
6. Thoroughly unit test all technical deliverables, participate in system testing and support user acceptance testing as needed
7. Modify software to fix errors, adapt to new hardware or runtimes, improve performance, or upgrade interfaces or component versions
8. Lead and/or support continuous improvement activities to improve application functionality and performance
9. Deliver ad hoc reports and data extracts as needed
10. All other duties as assigned
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Associate for this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Education, Experience and Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience
Preferred Education, Experience and Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience
