Configuration Developer - Analyst

Kavaliro; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kavaliro is seeking a Configuration Developer - Analyst for a contract-to-hire role. The analyst will implement and maintain business rules within a proprietary SaaS electronic fulfillment platform, building on configuration skills to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance in financial product applications.

Responsibilities include configuring components, participating in SDLC activities, performing tests, supporting deployments, and leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency and reduce

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or configuration-focused role.
• Strong XML creation, editing, and troubleshooting skills.
• Solid understanding of SDLC in a SaaS environment.
• Familiarity with configuration concepts and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain business rules to drive accurate user experiences for financial product applications.
• Implement configuration components including Role Codes, Review Queues, Needs Determination, mapping documents, and admin mappings.
• Ensure applications meet standards across completeness, compliance, and business requirements.
• Participate across the SDLC including requirements understanding, configuration, testing, and deployment support.
• Perform unit and integration testing to validate accuracy of configured business rules.
• Support customer deployments, ensuring timely and accurate implementation of configurations.
• Monitor and resolve issues via Jira, ensuring timely turnaround and minimal client disruption.
• Provide Tier 2 production support by troubleshooting configuration-related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve defects, improve configurations, and enhance platform performance.
• Use AI tools to accelerate rule creation, scenario testing, and issue investigation to improve efficiency.

Skills

XML

SDLC

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Tools

Jira

OpenAir

Notepad++

Adobe Acrobat

Salesforce

Redtail

Yellow Pages API

Job description

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a Configuration Developer - Analyst for an exciting contract to hire opportunity. The Analyst Configuration Developer will is responsible for implementing and maintaining business rules within proprietary SaaS electronic fulfillment platform. This role builds on foundational configuration skills to handle moderately complex business logic, ensuring that financial product applications are completed “In-Good-Order” with accuracy, completeness, and compliance. This individual will collaborate closely with internal teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions, improve user experience, and meet project timelines and KPIs.

Pay: $30.00 - $37.00 /hr

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain business rules within the software to drive accurate and compliant user experiences for financial product applications.
• Implement configuration components including Role Codes, Review Queues, Needs Determination, mapping documents, and admin mappings.
• Ensure applications meet standards across completeness, compliance, and business requirements.
• Participate across the SDLC including requirements understanding, configuration, testing, and deployment support.
• Perform unit and integration testing to validate accuracy and quality of configured business rules.
• Support customer deployments, ensuring timely and accurate implementation of configurations.
• Monitor and resolve issues via ticketing systems (Jira), ensuring timely turnaround and minimal client disruption.
• Provide Tier 2 production support by troubleshooting configuration‑related issues and triaging client tickets.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve defects, improve configurations, and enhance platform performance.
• Use AI tools to accelerate rule creation, scenario testing, and issue investigation to improve efficiency and reduce rework.
• Ensure adherence to coding best practices including simplicity, modularity, and reusability.
• Meet utilization, productivity, and quality benchmarks, including low churn and on‑time delivery.
• Participate in team meetings, providing clear updates on progress, risks, and dependencies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a technical or configuration‑focused role
• Strong proficiency in XML (creation, editing, troubleshooting) and understanding of structured business logic
• Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in a SaaS environment
• Familiar with software components and configuration concepts (or ability to ramp quickly)
• Working knowledge of tools such as Jira (ticketing), OpenAir (time tracking), Notepad++ (rule development), and Adobe Acrobat
• Exposure to integrations with third‑party platforms (i.e. Salesforce, Redtail, Yellow Pages) is a plus
• Foundational understanding of financial services domain (insurance, annuities, life insurance processes, compliance requirements)
• Strong problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Self‑driven with a learning mindset and willingness to adopt new technologies, including AI‑enabled tools
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.