Developer

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

11 paid holidays

5 weeks PTO

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines is seeking a Software Developer to join the application development team. You will design and develop Java-based solutions, support incidents, and collaborate with business partners to ensure requirements and quality throughout the development lifecycle.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, hands-on coding, unit testing, documentation, and alignment with internal controls and regulatory requirements in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of software development experience.
• Experience with Java, Angular, SQL, Bootstrap, and Git.
• Experience with Java, open source frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, and JUnit.
• Strong understanding of OOP, design patterns, and SDLC.
• Experience with automated tests, build and integration techniques.
• Clear communication and collaboration in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java-based software solutions for priority initiatives.
• Respond to incidents and service requests for existing applications.
• Collaborate with business partners to ensure requirements and quality.
• Document code and ensure it is well commented and maintainable.
• Perform unit tests to ensure functionality and performance.
• Understand internal controls and regulatory requirements in financial services.

Skills

Java

Angular

SQL

Bootstrap

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / MIS / related field

3+ years of software development experience

Tools

Spring Ecosystem

Hibernate

JUnit

Job description

At FHLB Des Moines, we work each day to develop an inclusive culture that supports and leverages the complexity of a diverse workforce. This enables us to effectively serve the needs of our members and help them succeed.

The Developer is a member of the application development team. The position is responsible for designing and developing technical solutions in support of our business needs. Using a continuous improvement mindset, the developer is expected to learn and develop their skill set, utilizing other senior team members.

Job Description:

• Works as a member of the application development team to complete custom software solutions related to the Bank's highest priority initiatives.
• Create well-written, efficient code in Java for various applications.
• Supports existing applications and projects by responding to incidents, problems, and service requests.
• Has a continuous improvement mindset as it relates to methodologies, procedures, and technologies.
• Works with business partners directly to ensure solution requirements and quality are addressed in the development cycle.
• Works closely with other team members to ensure solutions are well communicated and documented.
• Works with the business areas to gain a strong understanding of the product line you are assigned to support.
• Provides application analysis and support for vendor developed applications.
• Unit tests completed software thoroughly to ensure functionality and performance.
• Document and comment code so it can be easily understood.
• Understands internal controls and regulatory requirements as they relate to the financial industry.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Management Information Systems, relevant field or 3+ years of experience in software development.
• Experience developing software using technologies such as Java, Angular, SQL, Bootstrap, and Git.
• Experience with Java, open source frameworks (e.g., Spring Ecosystem, Hibernate, jUnit).
• Deep understanding of object-oriented design principles and patterns, application architecture, test driven development, and the software development lifecycle.
• Experience with automated test, build, and integration techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills that promote effective working relationships in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to communicate to all levels of users (internal and external), strong problem-solving skills, adaptable, proactive and willing to take ownership.
• Ability to positively engage, self-motivate and possess a strong desire to learn

Compensation Range:

Annual Salary: $72,750.00 - $86,391.00

This salary range represents the Bank's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of hire. Offer to be determined by selected applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills & abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. This role is also eligible to participate in the Bank’s annual incentive plan.

As part of our competitive Total Rewards package, the Bank offers 11 paid holidays, 5 weeks of PTO and a work culture that values work/life balance. Most roles are eligible for our hybrid work schedule. We match 100% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) and provide an additional 4% non-discretionary contribution to your 401(k) at the end of year. More information on our Total Rewards program can be found here.

At FHLB Des Moines, we work to create an inclusive culture. This enables us to effectively serve the needs of our members and help them succeed. FHLB Des Moines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history), status as a parent or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.