IT Software Development Advisor Sr

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking an IT Software Development Advisor Sr to lead a team in design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software, ensuring alignment with SDLC and business objectives.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience guiding project scope, overseeing specifications, and delivering high-quality software while mentoring colleagues and coordinating with stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Nine or more years of related experience with five years in program development and three years in specialized programming.
• Deep knowledge of software development processes and SDLC.
• Experience interviewing, hiring and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Determines impact of new programs on existing system operations and ensures compatibility.
• Oversees development of system specifications with business users; determines the feasibility of the resulting projects.
• Oversees design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software ensuring 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Software development lifecycle

Project scope definition

Documentation skills

Mentoring/training team

Analytical and interpretive skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred

Job description

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.Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top CompaniesCertified as a Great Place to WorkFortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceIT Software Development Advisor SrPRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: 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.ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver great work, are customer-oriented and are naturally empathetic.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES MAY INCLUDEDetermines 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.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.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 & KnowledgeAdministers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.Ability to meet or exceed Performance CompetenciesAbility to work in a team environmentExcellent interpersonal skillsStrong organizational skillsAnalytical and interpretive skillsLeadership skillsPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsExcellent oral and written communication, including presentation skillsHigh level of self-motivationKnowledge of claims management systemsKnowledge of applications systems analysis and programmingTAKING CARE OF YOUCareer development and promotional growth opportunities.A diverse and comprehensive benefits offering including medical, dental vision, 401k, PTO and more.#IT#informationtechnologyWork environment requirements for entry-level opportunities include –Physical: Computer keyboardingAuditory/visual: Hearing, vision and talkingMental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgement and discretion; ability to meet deadlinesThe 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. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.NOTE : Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.