Programmer Analyst

Overview

On Site
USD 135,000.00 - 165,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

IT Management
SQL
Partnership
Service Delivery
Application Development
Process Improvement
Management
Software Design
Testing
Release Management
Software Development Methodology
Policy Administration
Leadership
Collaboration
Computer Science
Mainframe
COBOL
IBM DB2
Project Development
Organizational Structure
Analytical Skill
Algorithms
Microsoft SQL Server
Life Insurance
Roadmaps
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET

Job Details

Description

About the Role:

We're looking for a hands-on, seasoned technical leader to guide a team in delivering end-to-end technology solutions in a dynamic environment. This role requires strong technical leadership, deep expertise in enterprise policy administration systems, and proficiency with mainframe technologies. A working knowledge of SQL and integration tools is also important. You'll provide technical guidance, influence solution design, and oversee development and implementation efforts for critical business functionality.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead technology teams and drive successful delivery of complex projects
  • Build strong partnerships with business stakeholders and product owners
  • Ensure effective utilization of resources and adherence to service delivery standards
  • Apply technical skills in application development and support while championing process improvements
  • Collaborate with architects and developers to maintain standards and define technical roadmaps
  • Evaluate technology options and recommend solutions that meet business needs
  • Estimate costs and timelines for projects and enhancements
  • Maintain detailed knowledge of key business applications and identify modernization opportunities
  • Oversee application design, configuration, testing, and release management processes
  • Communicate effectively across all organizational levels
  • Operate independently in a complex environment to meet service levels

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience across the full SDLC, including design, maintenance, and enhancement of applications in a mainframe environment
  • Experience leading product or project development teams on enterprise policy administration platforms preferred
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate in a matrixed organization


Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

At least 10 years of experience in full system development life cycle, including designing, maintaining, and enhancing software applications.

Expertise in mainframe environments, including usage of COBOL, DB2 and other related technologies.

A minimum of 3 years leading product or project development teams on Vantage policy administrative platforms.

Demonstrated ability to navigate and lead within a matrixed and outsourced organizational structure.

Strong conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to design and implement complex algorithms.

Proficiency in Microsoft SQL and familiarity with life insurance systems.

Experience collaborating with technical teams to define roadmaps and standards within the development community.

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