Brief Summary

Title: Senior Java Developer

You'll Report To: Software Development Manager

The Senior Java Developer will be responsible for developing web applications as well as for other programming tasks, such as integration using external API's. Working with IT Business Analysts and other team members, the Senior Java Developer is an essential part of the creation of strategic software for the company. The Senior Java Developer should constantly strive to improve the development process, tools and architecture.

What You'll Do

• Provide high level estimates for development based on story points or other methods.
• Analyze business requirements and provides detailed estimates for development.
• Design web based java applications, screen scrapers, and API's.
• Understand integration points with API's from vendors such as Guidewire, ISO, Xactimate and credit card processors.
• Identify risks and roadblocks that could impact deadlines.
• Debug and solve complex issues within java applications.
• Conduct various proof of concepts on new technologies as necessary, and contribute to the creation and adaptation of IT architecture.
• Back up development and support functions for other business systems as necessary, including policy, billing, and claims.
• Deliver high quality code, and perform code reviews and walkthroughs.
• Conduct oversight of consultants when needed.
• In conjunction with the Production Support Team, provide system software support.
• Maintain a current understanding of technology and how it can enhance and offer a range of solutions for business partners.
• Create efficiencies that embrace the solution provider mindset, and that result in decreased time to market, improved quality, and enhanced flexibility.
• Work with senior developers to increase mastery of technical and IT knowledge. Contribute to IT processes that help improve work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need to be a Top Candidate

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.

Experience: Minimum of Seven (7) Years' experience with Java programming. Insurance or P&C experience preferred, with previous development of InsuranceNow strongly preferred.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Experience with Java, JavaScript, HTML, SQL Server, Spring Boot, and Git/Github.
• Experience with OutSystems, Jenkins, and Node.js is preferred.
• Experience with AWS is required; understanding of Lambda and Beanstalk strongly preferred.
• Experience with JUnit testing is required.
• Basic knowledge/understanding of UNIX is required.
• Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns.
• Understanding of integration services using SOAP and RESTful protocols.
• Understanding of agile software development methodologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to anticipate and resolve problems.
• Ability to work under time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Understand the business drivers and how best to meet them.
• Organize multiple priorities and demonstrate initiative in starting and completing tasks.

Schedule: 8:30-5:30pm, M-F. #LI-Onsite

Working Conditions: Normal business office environment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for periods of time while constantly operating a computer and or other office productivity machinery such as a calculator or telephone. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery or communicate with coworkers.

Travel: Minimum, as required.

ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be the principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of job duties.