IT Software Development Specialist Sr

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Job description

Job Title: IT Software Development Specialist Sr
Location: Memphis, TN 38125
Duration: 12 Months

Description:
This position is Contract to Hire and Open to Remote

MANAGER'S NOTES:
Server provisioning (configuring for application hosting)
IIS administration
System configuration
Troubleshooting and resolving system issues
SQL Server Ability to analyze queries and improve performance of complex stored procedures
Some infrastructure knowledge
Knowledge of continuous integration configuration and administration TFS
Azure DevOps
TeamCity
Octopus Deploy
GIT
Knowledge of code management and system integration
General knowledge of the following JavaScript
AJAX
C#
Web Post and Get and the lifecycle of a request and response
Looking for a competent IT professional with systems administration background
Attention to detail and ability to work through issues logically with minimal supervision
CRITICAL THINKING APPTITUDE IS A MUST
But with awareness to escalate issues where appropriate
Server provisioning (i.e., configuring for application hosting)
IIS administration
System configuration
Troubleshooting and resolving systems issues
SQL Server
Ability to analyze queries and improve performance of complex stored procedures
Some infrastructure knowledge
General enterprise landscape
N-Tier architecture
Knowledge of continuous integration configuration and administration
TFS
Azure DevOps
TeamCity
Octopus Deploy
GIT

Knowledge of code management and system integration
General knowledge of the following
JavaScript
AJAX
C#
Web Post and Get and the lifecycle of a request and response
PRIMARY PURPOSE: To develop, maintain, test and debug software to meet generally defined requirements in a Windows client/server environment utilizing software development languages/environments such as PL/SQL, Oracle, Progress 4 GL Application Development Environment (ADE), .Net, Microsoft SQL, or other platforms; to formulate and define system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding for the purpose of developing or modifying moderately complex information systems; to prepare detailed specification from which programs will be written; and to design, code, test, debug, document and maintain programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Becomes familiar with most aspects of the application including reports, parameters, claims management, intake services, carrier/client interfaces and vendor/business partner interfaces
Analyzes user needs as required; assists in the design of specifications to meet end user needs
Develops and modifies software to meet the specifications outlined in data processing requests
Develops and maintains software to meet requirements of insurance carrier and regulatory groups
Tests and debugs assigned projects; assists in testing projects for other members of the programming staff
Prepares documentation on new or existing software
Investigates call escalations from the support staff; makes the necessary corrections to data and/or software
Assists in the professional growth of programmers
Follows departmental pre-established standards and guidelines as they pertain to design and development
Adheres to the goal of delivering and maintaining the highest quality of customer service to our clients
Keeps abreast of software development language revisions and technology advances.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned
Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred
Experience Six (6) years of language development in a relevant and applicable language and/or business analytical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Proven experience in interpreting user requirements, business applications design, and development of business applications strongly preferred.

Skills & Knowledge
Strong knowledge of language development and applications design
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description
They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances
Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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