Under general management, collaborates with team to design, develop, modify, and maintain software applications of the highest complexity. Creates detailed development plans and leads in the application development process. Partner with business, cross functional teams and architects to build solutions that meet business needs.
Implements high quality code (C#, .NET) in agile, test-driven development environment.
Performs performance and scalability analysis.
Compiles objective data to influence decisions and strategy.
Provides well-designed solutions to meet business requirements.
Creates detailed software development plans and directs team to completion.
Scopes development efforts, provides reliable resource and timeline estimates.
Sets standards for product/process quality and monitors team’s output.
Mentors and develops software engineer team.
Coordinates with internal contacts to perform specific project tasks or resolve technical issues.
Seeks out and utilizes new technology solutions and best practices to improve process, increase stability, and reduce cost/time to market.
Leads in special projects and other duties as needed
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
7+ years of relevant experience
Some experience in at least two IT solution development disciplines, including technical or infrastructure architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management or cloud development
Some experience in leading teams and/or large projects
Insurance knowledge a plus
[OR] equivalent level of education and experience
Ability to understand and utilize a variety of the field’s concepts, practices and procedures.
Proficiency with C#, .NET framework, and Azure
Ability to use software to develop and analyze IT data and applications.
Knowledge of the entire Software Development Lifecycle from Analysis to Deployment of Software/Apps.
Extensive experience with Version Control, CI/CD, Architecture, Relational Database Systems/Data Management. experience.
Demonstrate a high degree of adaptability in order to learn new technologies as needed and successfully manage the daily challenges of a technical environment.
Ability to lead, motivate and train project team.
Ability to deliver solutions align with business strategy.
Ability to generate innovative solutions for Business Requirements.
Advanced knowledge of software/app testing.
Advanced knowledge of automated testing.
- Annual bonus plans
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution
- Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
- Parental and family care leave
- Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
- Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
- Employee assistance program
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Training & certification opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Education bonuses
RLI Insurance Company Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Chicago, United States
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