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Java Application Developer

Farm Bureau Financial ServicesWest Des Moines, IA, US
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Java Application Developer

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Do you have proven success providing strong technical direction across a variety of platforms and systems throughout an organization for both business community and the IT department? If so, this Java Application Developer position may be a great fit for you!

Farm Bureau Financial Services is seeking an Java Application Developer to be part of a high-performing, collaborative team within our Digital Solutions & Services IT department. The team is responsible for Agency Management solutions - a suite of applications supporting agent system of record, compensation / commission calculations, contests / incentives, reporting, and integrations. Informal leadership is required and critical in this role by serving as an approachable mentor who guides others through task leadership and technical reviews and encourages collaboration across domain practices.

Who We Are :  At Farm Bureau Financial Services, we make insurance simple so our client / members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars, and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership, and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We’re proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client / members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

What You’ll Do :

  • Oversee the software development life cycle, including analysis, technical requirements, design, coding, unit testing, implementation and maintenance of application software.
  • Augment development team with coding, peer review and proof of concepts.
  • Engage in special projects by taking the lead technical role in project proposals, justification, design, development, testing and delivery phases
  • Serve as the key liaison between technical and business areas to analyze and resolve complex business problems.
  • Mentor IT staff on technology, processes, technical matters and overall staff development.

    • What It Takes to Join Our Team :

  • College degree or equivalent plus at least 3 years of relevant experience required.
  • Experience with coding in Java, SQL, XML are required. Knowledge of Informatica PowerCenter, SSRS, Power BI and Cobol are a plus.
  • Prior experience with Agency Management applications (agent system of record, compensation / commissions and / or contests / incentives) is a plus.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be results oriented, and adjust to changing priorities while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
  • Customer focused mindset with strong analytical, problem solving, and system design skills sets.
  • Mature interpersonal skills that foster the ability to work well with others and understand the importance of negotiation and compromise.
  • Ability to understand insurance systems and the data sources behind them.
  • Strong communication skills both oral and written in both technical and non-technical settings.

    • What We Offer You :   When you’re on our team, you get more than a great paycheck. You’ll hear about career development and educational opportunities. We offer an enhanced 401K with a match, low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits, and life and disability insurance options. We also offer paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time, and teams who know how to have fun. Add to that an onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs, a daycare center, a cafeteria, and hybrid work arrangement.  If your values align with ours, we invite you to join Farm Bureau Financial Services…where the grass really IS greener!

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    Application Developer • West Des Moines, IA, US