IT Developer

Florida Blue Group; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan (employer match)

Job summary

Florida Blue Group seeks an IT professional with strong DevOps and application programming experience to design, build, test, and optimize software across platforms. You will work with OpenShift/Kubernetes, cloud providers, and SQL scripting, while contributing to API development and system integration.

The role includes code reviews, SDLC adherence, and collaboration with analysts and project managers to deliver reliable software solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related work experience in IT development/programming/coding

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance programs across platforms
• Create APIs using Java, Python, or NodeJS
• Review code written by other developers
• Define and follow programming standards
• Write detailed subsystem specifications and identify integration points
• Perform unit testing and debugging with senior review
• Estimate resources and schedules with team
• Assist with SDLC and audit compliance
• Support application transitions through the product lifecycle
• Research vendor products and compare options

Skills

DevOps

OpenShift/Kubernetes

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

SQL scripting

AI tools usage

Programming (Java/Python/NodeJS)

Code review

SDLC knowledge

Testing/debugging

Communication of tech info

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

MS Suite

Visio

Job description

What You Will Be Doing

• Strong DevOps expertise and hands-on experience with container orchestration platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes), cloud providers (AWS/Azure)

• Ability to script SQL queries for MS SQL Server and/ or DB2 databases.

• Familiar in using AI tools like Windsurf/ Devin/ Codium or Claude Code or Codex.

• Write code for intermediate level system designs, enhancing existing programs or developing new programs

• Write programs that span platforms. Code and/or create Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) using Java, Python, or NodeJS

• Review code developed by other Associate and IT Developers.

• Provide input to and drive programming standards.

• Write detailed technical specifications for subsystems. Identify integration points.

• Report missing elements found in system and functional requirements and explain impacts on subsystem to team members.

• Perform unit testing and debugging. Set test conditions based upon code specifications. Seeks review by more senior or Advanced IT Developers.

• “Scope” time, resources, etc., required to complete programming projects. Seek review from other IT Developers, Business Analysts, Systems Analysts or Project Managers on estimates.

• May need assistance from other IT Developers and team members to debug more complex errors.

• Supports transition of application throughout the Product Development life cycle. Document what has to be migrated. May require more coordination points for subsystems.

• Researches vendor products / alternatives. Assists with vendor product gap analysis / comparison.

• Accountable for including IT Controls and following standard corporate practices to protect the confidentiality, integrity, as well as availability of the application and data processed or output by the application.

• Ensure all SDLC guidelines are adhered to as defined by the SDLC Office to support audit compliance.

What We Require

• 3+ years related work experience in IT development/programming/coding professional work experience
• High school diploma or GED

What We Prefer

• Experience and understanding with unit testing, release procedures, coding design and documentation protocol as well as change management procedures

• Proficiency using versioning tools

• Thorough knowledge of Information Technology fields and computer systems

• Demonstrated organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated database and SQL skills

• Flexible team player

• Ability to manage tasks independently and take ownership of responsibilities

• Ability to learn from mistakes and apply constructive feedback to improve performance

• Must demonstrate initiative and effective independent decision-making skills

• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and articulately

• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment

• In-depth understanding of the systems development life cycle

• Proficiency programming in more than one object oriented programming language

• Proficiency using standard desktop applications such as MS Suite and flowcharting tools such as Visio

• Proficiency using debugging tools

• Strong critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions that are consistent with business objectives and strategy

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field IT related field or equivalent work experience

• Experience using Agile methodology Specific tools, languages and specialty skills may vary Relevant Development certifications

General Physical Demands

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.

• Jobs are sedentary if traversing activities are required only occasionally.

• This position may require occasional travel to support business operations including office meetings, collaboration, events and other work related activities.

What We Offer:

As a Florida Blue employee, you will be at the heart of GuideWell’s vision – to lead the nation in transforming health through compassionate, connected, and technology-enabled care that delivers personalized value and empowered living.

To support your wellbeing, comprehensive benefits are offered. As an employee, you will have access to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance
• Income protection benefits: life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs
• Leave programs to support personal circumstances
• Retirement Savings Plan including employer match
• Paid time off, volunteer time off, 10 holidays and 2 well-being days
• Additional voluntary benefits available; and a comprehensive wellness program

Employee benefits are designed to align with federal and state employment laws. Benefits may vary based on the state in which work is performed. Benefits for intern, part-time and seasonal employees may differ.

To support your financial wellbeing, we offer competitive pay as well as opportunities for incentive or commission compensation. We also conduct regular annual reviews with pay for performance considerations for base pay increases.

Annualized Salary Range: $77,600 - $126,100

Typical Annualized Hiring Range: $77,600 - $97,000

Final pay will be determined with consideration of market competitiveness, internal equity, and the job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience you bring.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to cultivating a work experience where everyone feels like they belong and can perform at their best in pursuit of our mission. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.