Business Configuration Analyst II

EquiTrust Life Insurance Company; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EquiTrust Life Insurance Company seeks a Business Configuration Analyst II to design, develop, and maintain application configurations, scripts, and automations. You will partner with business analysts and technology teams to translate complex requirements into effective technical solutions and drive process improvements.

Ideal candidates bring experience in IT configuration, scripting, testing, and collaboration across stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's in IT/CS/Business/IS preferred.
• Experience in business analysis, application configuration, scripting, automation, or related IT roles.
• Experience translating business requirements into configurations or technical solutions.
• Experience testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining configurations, scripts, or automated processes.
• Experience collaborating with business stakeholders and technical teams to support system enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain complex application configurations, scripts, and automations.
• Partner with analysts and stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into solutions.
• Lead configuration updates and documentation, including testing and debugging.
• Coordinate and execute testing activities to validate configurations against requirements.
• Ensure adherence to development, testing, and documentation standards.
• Identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement in business processes.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system enhancements.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment.

Skills

Programming concepts

Configuration scripting

Automation principles

Analytical skills

Communication

Mentorship

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's/Bachelor's in IT/CS/Business/IS

Job description

Location:

West Des Moines, IA (Mostly Off‑Site)

Employment Type:

Full‑Time

About Us:

EquiTrust Life Insurance Company is a national carrier of competitive, client‑friendly annuity products sold through a variety of distribution channels, including more than 20,000 independent agents and independent marketing organizations (IMOs). Since 2003, we have provided exceptional customer service to our clients by operating with integrity and passion.

Our success is driven by a collaborative and inclusive workforce that values diverse perspectives, innovation, and continuous improvement. EquiTrust sells products nationwide and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with operations in West Des Moines, Iowa.

How You’ll Contribute:

As a Business Configuration Analyst II, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining application configurations, scripts, and automations that support EquiTrust's business operations. You will collaborate with business analysts and technology teams to translate complex business requirements into effective technical solutions, improve processes, and ensure system functionality aligns with organizational needs.

We are looking for an analytical and collaborative professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, improving processes, and sharing knowledge to support team success.

What You’ll Do:

• Independently develop, implement, and maintain complex application configurations, scripts, and automations based on business requirements and technical specifications.
• Partner with Business Analysts and stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Lead configuration updates and enhancements, including coding, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining documentation.
• Coordinate and execute testing activities to validate configurations, scripts, and automations against business requirements.
• Ensure adherence to established development, testing, documentation, and quality standards.
• Evaluate business processes, system changes, and new products to identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge sharing to less experienced Business Configuration Analysts.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional technology and business teams to support system enhancements and organizational initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and customer‑focused work environment.

What You’ll Bring:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Experience in business analysis, application configuration, scripting, automation, or related information technology roles.
• Experience translating business requirements into application configurations or technical solutions.
• Experience testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining configurations, scripts, or automated processes.
• Experience collaborating with business stakeholders and technical teams to support system enhancements and process improvements.
• Experience within insurance, financial services, or other regulated industries is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of programming concepts, application configuration, scripting, and automation principles.
• Ability to analyze complex business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Experience with software testing, validation, troubleshooting, and documentation practices.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize work effectively, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to delivering high‑quality solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technology teams.
• Ability to provide guidance and mentorship to team members while encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies, business processes, and application systems.
• Commitment to accountability, continuous improvement, and fostering an inclusive team environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods, including frequent use of a keyboard and monitor.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment.

Where You’ll Work:

• Location: West Des Moines, IA (Mostly Off‑Site)
• Travel: Travel not likely or required.

EquiTrust is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every preferred qualification listed.