Application Developer

Summary
We provide technical solutions to our commercial customers using both mainframe and distributed technology. Our team works in a highly collaborative environment, utilizing a combination of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and is at the forefront of integrating traditionally distributed technologies on the mainframe. If you have experience in or a desire to learn about Mainframe Technologies, consider joining our team!
Description
Position Purpose:
This position involves performing all phases of applications systems analysis, including analyzing system specifications or creation of specifications after analysis and developing applications. Responsibilities include coding, testing, debugging, documenting and maintaining programs. The role also requires ensuring more junior team members understand business requirements and delivering applications on time.
What You'll Do:

• Ensure team members understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions, organizational standards are maintained, and applications are delivered according to project timeliness. Provide expert system knowledge, perform research, attend meetings, and review documents.
  
• Maintain and modify programs according to specifications. Code, compile, and implement application software that is delivered on time and within budget. Evaluate basic interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area.20% Test modified programs, create necessary test files and data, verify logic, debug, and write relevant documentation.
  
• Analyze production systems, recommend systems enhancements, provide instruction to production support team. Research customer issues and determine appropriate resolutions. Coordinate implementation of modifications or enhancements.
  
• Analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems. Develop functional design and technical specifications, concept diagrams, and work flow diagrams and related procedures to process data using appropriate systems environment/platform. Document programs/procedures.
  

Work Environment: Customer-focused, project-oriented programming environment. Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.
To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:
Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related field
  

Degree Equivalency:

• 4 years job-related work experience OR
  
• Associate's degree and 2 years job-related work experience
  

Required Work Experience:

• 4 years-of application development, systems testing or other job-related experience.
  

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, web, and/or PC/LAN environment.
  
• Strong analysis, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Demonstrates logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  
• Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
  
• Strong knowledge of interpersonal skills/team building.
  
• Familiar with project management concepts.
  
• Pays attention to detail.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors etc.
  

Required Software and Other Tools:

• Strong knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools and their usage in the company.
  

We Prefer that You Have:

• Exposure to large systems with an insurance company or financial institution
  
• Mainframe development experience or an interest in learning mainframe technologies
  
• Experience with COBOL, APS, DB2 and IMS
  
• Demonstrated ability to analyze systems and develop specifications base on business need.
  
• Knowledge/Proficiency in JavaScript, Node.js, Jenkins, GIT, Vue, Python, VSCode, MongoDB
  

What We Can Do for You:

• We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.
  
• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
  
• 401K retirement savings plan with company match
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
  
• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount
  
• Tuition assistance
  
• Service recognition.
  
• Employee Assistance
  
• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
  

What to Expect Next:
After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.