Software Developer II

Description

Job Title: Software Developer II

Department: Information Technology

Reports to: IT Application Manager

Position Summary:

This position develops, maintains, and supports moderately to highly complex software applications and system integrations that support the organization's business and operational objectives. The Software Developer II analyzes requirements, designs technical solutions, develops and tests code, and supports production applications. This role develops and supports Guidewire solutions, enterprise integrations, and other internally developed applications while collaborating closely with business analysts, vendors, developers, and other IT team members to deliver reliable, scalable, and maintainable technology solutions. The position participates in application design, troubleshooting, system integrations, and ongoing application support while contributing to the successful delivery of technology initiatives.

Essential Functions:

• •Develop, maintain, and support Guidewire applications, enterprise integrations, and other internally developed software solutions.
• •Lead or significantly contribute to application design discussions, including solution approach, technical feasibility, maintainability, system performance, and long-term support needs.
• •Collaborate with business analysts, business stakeholders, vendors, and other IT team members to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions
• •Document application design decisions, code changes, technical processes, integrations, and support procedures for future maintenance and knowledge sharing.
• •Work within the organization's software development, testing, and release management processes.
• •Use code testing tools and peer review practices to validate functionality and reduce defects prior to release.
• •Review, troubleshoot, and modify existing code to correct issues, improve functionality, improve performance, or support changing business requirements.
• •Support IT management with the software development components of short term and long term IT projects.
• •Participate in occasional after hours support, deployments, upgrades, or troubleshooting activities as business needs require.
• •Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or related field. Equivalent experience will substitute for degree.

Experience:

Six or more years related experience in a corresponding field, preferably in workers' compensation or other insurance environment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• •Strong organizational skills.
• •Strong skill in documenting code and processes.
• •Ability to work well in a team environment.
• •Strong verbal & written communication skills.
• •Strong software development skills.

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:

• •MS Office (Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• •Java/J2EE/JEE.
• •Oracle/SQL.
• •Eclipse or IntelliJ (or other IDE)
• •Bit Bucket or GIT (or other code repository tool)
• •Linux
• •Guidewire knowledge is preferred. (Gosu)

Values and Mission:

Adheres to New Mexico Mutual’s values and mission by demonstrating Service Excellence, Trust, Ownership, One Team and Boldness in thought and action.

Positive Attitude:

Develops and maintains positive working relationships with team members, customers, co-workers and management by demonstrating effective communication and collaborative skills.

Working Conditions:

• •NEW MEXICO MUTUAL maintains general office conditions with light physical demands.
• •Employees of NEW MEXICO MUTUAL adhere to all safety rules and regulations including building security.
• •Employees participate in ensuring safe and efficient operating conditions that safeguard employees and facilities.
• •NEW MEXICO MUTUAL maintains a drug free environment; drug testing prior to employment as well as upon a work-related accident.
• •Exposure to VDT screens.