IT Software Developer Advisor SR.

Sedgwick; Toledo (OH); Remote; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

PTO

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance

HSA/FSAs

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking an IT Software Developer Advisor SR. to lead a team in the design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software.

You will formulate system scope, define project objectives, and ensure adherence to Sedgwick's SDLC guidelines while guiding and training assigned analysts and programmers. The role emphasizes project leadership, collaboration with business sponsors, robust documentation, and ensuring successful completion to meet goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; IS or CS major preferred.
• Nine (9) years of related experience; five (5) years in program development; three (3) years in specialized programming.
• Working knowledge of claims management applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software; ensures SDLC guidelines are followed.
• Oversees creation of system specifications with business users; determines feasibility and scope of projects.
• Defines project scope and objectives; guides development to meet company needs and user feedback.
• Directs other analysts/programmers; assigns, prioritizes and monitors workload; provides training to team.
• Prepares status reports to department manager; ensures on-time project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Keeps up-to-date with technology changes and project direction.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

PC literacy

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or Computer Science

Job description

Telecommuter OH

Full time

R77647

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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IT Software Developer Advisor SR.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To lead a team in the design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software; to formulate/define system scope and objectives for assigned projects; to devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems; to prepare detailed specifications from which programs will be written; to be responsible for quality assurance reviews; may be responsible for project completion and user satisfaction; and to provide guidance and training to assigned team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determines the impact of new programs on and ensures their compatibility with existing system operations.
• Oversees development of system specifications through interaction with business users and sponsors; determines the feasibility of the resulting projects; and displays strong depth of knowledge in specific business subject areas.
• Assists in projecting software and hardware requirements.
• Oversees design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software ensuring Sedgwick software development lifecycle (SDLC) guidelines are followed.
• Formulates/defines project scope and objectives.
• Leads the development, modification, and maintenance of software to meet company needs and user suggestions.
• Prepares program documentation including administrator and end user help documents.
• Directs other analyst/programmers; assigns, prioritizes and monitors workload.
• Provides guidance and training to team.
• Prepares status reports to department manager.
• Ensures successful completion of projects in conformance to project goals and requirements.
• Ensures proactive and cooperative relationships exist within the project team; remains accessible to project team members.
• Keeps up-to-date with technology changes and direction.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.

Experience

Nine (9) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include five (5) years of program development experience with three (3) years specialized programming relative to program needs. Working knowledge of claims management applications preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of applications systems analysis and programming
• Knowledge of claims management systems
• High level of self-motivation
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Leadership skills
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:

Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual:

Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is 87,179.00 - 122,052.00 - 156,923.00 USD Annual

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k and matching
• PTO
• disability and life insurance
• employee assistance
• flexible spending or health savings account
• and other additional voluntary benefits

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.

Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI‑enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com