Senior Application Developer

AMBA; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Annual Bonus Program

401(k) matching

Generous time off and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Volunteer day

Professional development support

Business casual dress code

Job summary

AMBA is seeking a Senior Application Developer to join our IT Team. You will oversee the full software life cycle—from design to testing—while delivering reliable solutions in an agile, team-oriented environment.

You will lead projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and mentor junior developers to drive continuous improvement and secure robust, maintainable software products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 5+ years’ work experience in application development or similar field.
• Experience with insurance and policy administration systems is preferred.
• Ability to lead and manage with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability with sound judgment and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Writing clean, efficient code and conducting rigorous testing.
• Investigating errors and analyzing an application's execution flow with debugging.
• Creating design plans and implementing code for project delivery.
• Ensuring software is delivered on time and within budget.
• Mentoring junior developers and guiding project work.
• Contributing to troubleshooting and optimizing application performance.
• Providing architectural insights and supporting innovation.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to lead with minimal supervis

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relative field

Tools

COBOL

JCL

HPUX

HP3000

UNIX

Job description

AMBA is seeking a talented Senior Application Developer to join our growing IT Team! We are looking for someone with detail-oriented skills who thrives in an agile, team-oriented environment.

About AMBA

Since 1981, AMBA has been a trusted provider of essential coverage for retired public servants nationwide. Our reach extends to diverse groups, including hardworking public employees, state retirees, educators, military personnel, trade professionals, firefighters, law enforcement, Unions, Alumni groups, Allied Healthcare, and other non-profit associations. As a full-service marketing and membership development company, we proudly offer outstanding insurance services to our vast network of 44 million members across 450+ associations in all 50 states

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, spending accounts, and other voluntary benefits.
• Annual Bonus Program.
• Corporate 401 (k) matching.
• Generous time off, 10 paid company holidays, sick time off, and paid parental leave.
• Community Involvement perks, including 1 paid day off each year to volunteer with a local charity of your choice and company volunteer events.
• Support & development to cultivate your knowledge and continuing education to support your professional designations
• Business casual dress code.

About the Role

Application developers oversee the entire life cycle of a software application, creating the design, coding it, and testing the product for functionality and errors, while ensuring that user needs, performance requirements and security standards are met. This role will manage projects, help teammates with managing projects, and collaborate with stakeholders across the company.

The Day-to-Day

• Writing clean and efficient code and conducting rigorous testing
• Investigating for errors and analyzing an application's execution flow with debugging
• Creating design plans and coding and testing for project implementation
• Ensuring application software is delivered on time and within budget
• Guiding and mentoring junior developers with projects
• Actively contributing to troubleshooting and optimizing application performance
• Providing architectural insights
• Emphasizing innovation and continuous learning
• Taking responsibility for their actions and showing initiative for new projects
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relative field
• 5+ years' work experience in application development or relative field
• Strong background in COBOL, JCL, HPUX, HP3000, and UNIX
• Experience with insurance and policy administration systems are preferred
• Ability to lead and manage with minimal supervision
• Adaptability with sound judgment and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard

AMBA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture, attracting top talent with shared values and forming the foundation for a great place to work.