What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Software Developer position at Americo Financial Life and Annuity?
Senior Software Developer
Americo is looking for a Senior Software Developer to join our software development team. The Sr. Software Developer will be responsible for the design, development, maintenance, testing and evaluation of new or existing software applications. They will be responsible for the entire application lifecycle from research and design to implementation, training and support.
This person will work closely with their leadership in understanding requirement and project timelines. They will also work with Software Developers to help ensure best practices and sound technical decisions are made, and that software designs adhere to architecture specifications and department standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop web applications, web services, and backend processes for both internal and external customers
- Design and maintain database structures and stored procedures
- Review code written by other developers
- Troubleshoot and fix issues with various existing software applications and processes
- Create and review software architectures to ensure applications are efficient, scalable, and secure
- Help establish and maintain software standards
- Participate in and help refine Agile process
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES:
- Experience designing and developing applications using the .NET Framework and .NET Core
- Experience with React/Redux or similar JavaScript library
- Experience with Agile software development processes and procedures
- Experience mentoring Software Developers
- Experience with Azure DevOps tools and resources for application lifecycle management and source control
- Strong understanding of SOLID design principles
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and familiarity with various design and architectural patterns
- Knowledge of software development and security standards
- Knowledge of relational databases, preferably SQL Server
- Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals
- Advanced troubleshooting and problem solving skills to resolve defects
EDUCATION:
Four year college degree or equivalent work experience with a high school education
Americo: We’re in this for life!
The roots of the Americo family of companies date back more than 100 years. Americo is a Life Insurance, Medicare Supplement Insurance, and Annuity company providing innovative products to our customers. At Americo, it’s the people who make things work, so we hope you join us!
For more information about our company, please visit www.americo.com.
What you’ll love about working at Americo:
- We offer a comprehensive paid training program that will make you feel prepared and excited about your role.
- We place true value in work/life balance. We offer generous Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays to all associates.
- Health and Well-Being: We are proud to offer subsidies to support your health and fitness goals by providing gym membership subsidies
- Prepare for your Future: Americo offers a 401(k) with a company match
- Opportunities to Give Back! We support several local organizations like Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, American Red Cross, Harvester’s, and many more.
- Company Culture and Team-building: Americo participates in Kansas City Corporate Challenge, hosts company-sponsored events, and bring ice cream and coffee trucks on-site to show our appreciation
- We are conveniently located in Downtown Kansas City, within walking distance to top attractions and restaurants
- As an associate, you will receive complimentary paid parking near our Americo offices
*This is a hybrid work model position, with at least 60% requirement on-site in our offices located in Kansas City, MO.
