What are the responsibilities and job description for the Programmer Analyst position at A.M. Best Europe - Rating Services Ltd?
Benefits Summary
Overview
The Programmer Analyst (PA) is a mid to high level developer that will work on new and existing applications and services. The PA will handle tasks/projects developed for our internal desktop applications, and where applicable external web sites/applications. The PA should be able to accept instructions and complete tasks based upon specifications or documentation provided by a senior developer or supervisor. The PA should also have extensive experience programming for the desktop.
Responsibilities
Ability to review/analyze/modify new and existing applications
Daily tasks will include user interface design, application coding, user and system testing, and debugging/troubleshooting
Complete tasks independently with supervisory input when needed. Also should have the ability to self-analyze and make corrections
Provide application documentation and suggest new areas that need additional documentation
Development/Testing:
Develop application code on a local workstation using appropriate application syntax to ensure code is accurate and efficient
Deploy compiled code to development and test environments with the assistance of senior development staff
Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines and automated tests to meet code coverage requirements
Meet, as needed, with applicable quality assurance team(s) to review testing requirements
Resolve any quality control logs that are created during the testing process
Be aware of cybersecurity and how it impacts project tasks
Rotating On-Call Support and occasional weekend support required
Qualifications
Bachelor's' Degree in Computer Science, Programming or similar preferred
4 to 6 years overall experience in programming
3 years of professional experience developing applications using the .NET platform, including web development
3 years of experience working with relational databases, such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
Skills
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Must have excellent knowledge of coding techniques/algorithms/structures; be able to handle challenging tasks from a logic and syntax perspective; have software skills in many languages or tool sets and continually learn new software/technologies
Good working knowledge/experience with database design
Independent learner with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Hands-on experience with API development, including working knowledge of JSON-based services
Experience using Git for source control, including working with repositories, branches, and pull requests
Ability to manage time effectively in order to work on more than one task during a work shift
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Experience developing web applications using modern frameworks such as Blazor
Familiarity with containerized environments, cloud computing, or SaaS-based application development
Experience in mobile application development and SharePoint development, including SharePoint Framework (SPFx)
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools or coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to improve developer productivity and code quality
- Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
- Paid time off/Paid company holidays
- Medical plan options/prescription drug plan
- Dental plan/vision plan options
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Roth savings option and company matching contributions
- Educational assistance program
Overview
The Programmer Analyst (PA) is a mid to high level developer that will work on new and existing applications and services. The PA will handle tasks/projects developed for our internal desktop applications, and where applicable external web sites/applications. The PA should be able to accept instructions and complete tasks based upon specifications or documentation provided by a senior developer or supervisor. The PA should also have extensive experience programming for the desktop.
Responsibilities
Ability to review/analyze/modify new and existing applications
Daily tasks will include user interface design, application coding, user and system testing, and debugging/troubleshooting
Complete tasks independently with supervisory input when needed. Also should have the ability to self-analyze and make corrections
Provide application documentation and suggest new areas that need additional documentation
Development/Testing:
Develop application code on a local workstation using appropriate application syntax to ensure code is accurate and efficient
Deploy compiled code to development and test environments with the assistance of senior development staff
Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines and automated tests to meet code coverage requirements
Meet, as needed, with applicable quality assurance team(s) to review testing requirements
Resolve any quality control logs that are created during the testing process
Be aware of cybersecurity and how it impacts project tasks
Rotating On-Call Support and occasional weekend support required
Qualifications
Bachelor's' Degree in Computer Science, Programming or similar preferred
4 to 6 years overall experience in programming
3 years of professional experience developing applications using the .NET platform, including web development
3 years of experience working with relational databases, such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
Skills
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Must have excellent knowledge of coding techniques/algorithms/structures; be able to handle challenging tasks from a logic and syntax perspective; have software skills in many languages or tool sets and continually learn new software/technologies
Good working knowledge/experience with database design
Independent learner with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Hands-on experience with API development, including working knowledge of JSON-based services
Experience using Git for source control, including working with repositories, branches, and pull requests
Ability to manage time effectively in order to work on more than one task during a work shift
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
Experience developing web applications using modern frameworks such as Blazor
Familiarity with containerized environments, cloud computing, or SaaS-based application development
Experience in mobile application development and SharePoint development, including SharePoint Framework (SPFx)
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools or coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to improve developer productivity and code quality