Application Developer Professional Armonk, US

Avature; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Application Developer to manage client expectations and translate business requirements into technical specifications. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with diverse teams, ensuring alignment between design and business needs. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this company provides a supportive environment for professional growth and development. Join a forward-thinking organization where your contributions can make a significant impact in the technology landscape, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that prioritizes your well-being.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Generous paid time off

Training and educational resources

Diverse employee resource groups

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field.
• One year of experience as an Application Developer.

Responsibilities

• Manage client expectations and elicit requirements from end users.
• Collaborate with business teams to strategize solutions.
• Ensure IT deliverables meet business requirements.

Skills

COBOL

JCL

SQL Developer

Teradata

DB2

IMSDB

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree plus five years of experience

Job description

Application Developer, IBM Corporation, Armonk, NY and various unanticipated client sites throughout the US (Up to 40% telecommuting permitted):

1. Manage client expectations and elicit requirements from end users. Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional and/or technical specifications.
2. Deliver requirements, perform analysis, and evaluate downstream system, process, and organizational impacts.
3. Provide subject matter expert support to internal business partners by responding to inquiries.
4. Work closely with business partners, developers, and QA analysts to ensure requirements and design alignment.
5. Communicate design to all stakeholders and organizational levels.
6. Act as liaison between business partners, developers, and project management groups.
7. Collaborate with business teams to strategize solutions supporting long-term objectives.
8. Ensure IT deliverables meet business requirements with measurable results.
9. Coordinate with QA to align testing efforts with system deliveries and business processes.
10. Develop estimates for application enhancements.
11. Create feature test strategies and environment needs.
12. Ensure technical solutions align with business needs, linking technical and business views, and identify opportunities for improvement.
13. Document high-level designs, including architecture, that map to approved requirements.
14. Assist in developing training documentation and identify additional documentation needs proactively.

Required: Master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or a Bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience). One year of experience as an Application Developer or related, including using COBOL, JCL, SQL Developer, Teradata, DB2, IMSDB. Salary range: $152,859 to $194,500 per year. Full-time. V174.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that dedication to our clients' success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, are core to what we do as IBMers. We strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, encouraged to be courageous and experiment every day, with continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive regardless of background.

Our IBMers are growth-minded, curious, open to feedback, and committed to learning new skills to transform themselves and the company. They provide ongoing feedback, collaborate with colleagues, and focus on team success to drive exceptional outcomes for customers. The courage to make critical decisions daily is essential to IBM’s progress, embracing challenges with available resources, a can-do attitude, and a focus on outcomes.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through intelligence, reason, and science, we can improve business, society, and the human condition, leveraging our open hybrid cloud and AI strategy worldwide.

Since 1911, we have continuously reinvented ourselves, becoming one of the largest corporate organizations and a leading employer in technology and consulting, trusted by many Fortune 50 companies to run their business on IBM Cloud.

We pride ourselves on being early adopters of AI, quantum computing, and blockchain. Join us on our journey to responsible technology innovation and making a positive impact globally.

IBM is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Healthcare coverage (medical, prescription, dental, vision, mental health & well-being)
• Financial programs (401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, counseling, insurance, disability, incentive programs)
• Generous paid time off (holidays, sick leave, vacation, parental leave, paid family leave where law requires)
• Training and educational resources for skill development and certifications
• Diverse employee resource groups, volunteer opportunities, retail discounts

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. This position was posted on the date cited and remains open for 21 days or less if filled sooner.