IT - Service Delivery - Sr Application Developer

Golden 1 Credit Union; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden 1 Credit Union is seeking a Sr Application Developer in Sacramento. You will lead the design, development, and maintenance of database applications, collaborating across teams to define requirements and implement robust solutions.

Your role includes coding, architecture reviews, and mentoring staff to ensure high-quality delivery. The position requires senior-level expertise, strong problem-solving, and a focus on compliant, efficient systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 7+ years in software design, programming, maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and support for the development and maintenance of database applications.
• Review, design, and implement solutions for core systems using multiple programming languages.
• Collaborate with staff and partners to understand platforms, APIs, services and database structures.
• Identify functional requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Perform object-oriented and structured programming as needed.
• Create test plans and prototype host applications integrating with third-party systems.
• Analyze user requirements and prepare design specifications addressing those needs.
• Lead data analysis to improve application performance.
• Design, maintain, and tune databases for reliability and speed.
• Act as technical team lead, coach staff, and manage project tasks and resources.
• Develop documentation standards to ensure recovery and stable performance.
• Prepare test scenarios and validate accuracy of programs.
• Perform deep-dive product analysis and suggest improvements.
• Review company goals and tech landscape to propose new features.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws relevant to the credit union.

Skills

Software design

Programming

Maintenance

Technical troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

Job description

Job Title: Sr Application Developer

Status: Exempt

Reports to: Manager - IT Service Delivery

Department: IT - Service Delivery

Job Code: 1709

Pay Range: $123,600.00 - $140,000.00 Annually

Who We Are

Golden 1 Credit Union is among the top credit unions in the country. As a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative, Golden 1 is guided by the credit union philosophy of "people helping people." We are committed to empowering our members and uplifting our communities as we create a more equitable and financially inclusive California. We welcome all who embrace our Core Values.

Who You Are

You are naturally curious and always looking for better ways to achieve results. You leverage advanced technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking to develop innovative application solutions that improve efficiency and drive business performance.

What You'll Do

• Provide technical leadership, direction, and technical support for the development, configuration and ongoing maintenance of database applications.
• Review, define, design, program and implement solutions for our core systems using third and fourth generation programming languages.
• Work with other technical staff and business partners to understand platforms, integration points (APIs, services) and database structures.
• Collaborate with application owners and stakeholders to identify critical functional requirements for new or revised applications, analyzing business needs and developing technical specifications.
• Perform object-oriented and structured programming, depending on business need.
• Research, analyze, design, document, and create test plans and prototype host applications and solutions that integrate with third-party systems.
• Analyze user requirements and prepare technical design specifications to address those requirements.
• Lead evaluation and analysis of data related to application development in order to improve performance.
• Conduct database design, maintenance, and tuning to ensure optimal and reliable performance.
• Function as technical team leader to ensure all tasks are understood and on track. Serve as a resource and provide coaching and mentoring to programming staff as needed. May plan, organize, delegate, arrange resources, and ensure the completion of the team’s responsibilities.
• Develop standards for documentation to ensure recovery capability, satisfactory and stable performance of the platform(s) and all applications and processes.
• Prepare test scenarios and evaluate test results to validate accuracy of programs and procedures.
• Perform deep dive analysis of product offerings, identifying gaps, and offering suggestions for improvement.
• Examine the company’s goals and review current technology to envision system features and functionality and recommend solutions.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to credit union compliance including bank secrecy and anti-money laundering laws appropriate to the position.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualificiations And Preferences

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience preferred
• 7+ years in software design, programming, maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and documentation required

Why Join Us

Golden 1 Credit Union provides its employees a market-competitive and internally equitable total rewards compensation package through a variety of programs. These programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain employees that drive and support the achievement of Our Mission, Vision, and Strategic Goals. The Credit Union is committed a total rewards philosophy built on; a comprehensive compensation package, well-being and work-life balance, career development and growth, rewards and recognition, and a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is recognized, valued, and motivated to contribute their best.

Disclaimer/Intent And Function Of Job Descriptions

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. Because the nature of positions and job functions can change over time, this job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all essential functions, duties, responsibilities and qualifications requirements of team members assigned to this job. Job duties may be changed or modified in the Credit Union’s discretion. The Credit Union will keep team members updated on key functions, duties, and requirements of their position by communications from the Credit Union and by updating the job description from time to time. Any team member with questions about the nature of their job duties is encouraged to consult with their supervisor.

If you will work at least 8 hours a week in San Francisco, then pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Please note that, as an NCUA-insured financial institution, all selected candidates must satisfy the background screening requirements of the Federal Credit Union Act, which restricts employment of individuals with certain convictions.

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