Software Engineer

Aleron; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the banking sector is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their innovative team. This remote role offers the opportunity to lead complex projects and provide high-level technical direction in application development. You'll be instrumental in analyzing client requirements, designing solutions, and mentoring junior staff. With a competitive hourly rate and a focus on professional growth, this position promises to enhance your career while contributing to meaningful projects in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in systems analysis/application development required.
• Experience with application development software and platforms is essential.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop applications to solve complex problems.
• Lead projects and mentor less experienced staff.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve processes.

Skills

Systems Analysis

Application Development

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

COBOL Programming

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Tools

Jack Henry Sweeps

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Job description

Description

Are you a Software Engineer looking to join one of the top companies in the Banking industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in systems analysis/application development?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions seeks highly qualified candidates to work remotely with our client in NY. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• Provides designs, specifies information systems solutions, and the highest-level technical direction in developing new or existing applications to solve basic to complex problems or enhancements.
• Serves as a principal application designer for critical components and major modifications, effectively using analytical and technical skills, available technology, and tools to evaluate client requirements and processes.
• Provides technologically sound solutions.
• Often directs and monitors the activities of less experienced personnel.
• Complete and oversee complex systems analysis, design, and development efforts.
• Play a key role as a leader and individual contributor on complex projects.
• Provide the highest level of analytical consulting and leadership in identifying and implementing new uses of information technologies to assist the client areas and Bank in meeting their short-term business goals and long-term strategic objectives.
• Direct and monitor less experienced resources and coordinate development tasks for any scope project.
• Prepare and manage the technical component of project plans.
• Confer with other development, operations staff, and technology staff in the overall direction of systems development, from technical analysis to user acceptance testing.
• Prepare and review test data and execute detailed test plans.
• Complete any necessary debugging.
• Evaluate complex interrelationships and effects among programs, interfacing applications, and platforms.
• Prepare thorough, clear technical and functional specifications and update systems documentation.
• Prepare charts, tables, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems.
• Review documentation prepared by less experienced staff.
• Prepare and review assessments that include necessary tasks, estimated time frames, and effort for any project of any scope.
• Maintain efficient operation and effectiveness of supported applications.
• Recommend new technology, policies, or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies.
• Lead or participate in technical evaluations of vendor software.
• Follow and promote the use of development standards and procedures.
• Maintain a high level of technical aptitude and expert working knowledge of the supporting application(s), development environments, and supported client environments.
• Assist in developing expense and capital budgets.
• Monitor employee performance and prepare annual appraisals.
• Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls by its Risk Appetite.
• Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the client's brand.
• Maintain the client's internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points and any issues external regulators raise.
• Complete other related duties or projects as necessary, including leading due diligence, cost/benefit analysis, or business study activities.
• The position works under the supervision of Technology management.
• The job holder is competent to work independently on all high-level systems analysis and technical phases of development.
• The position is capable of managing the activities of others on any scope project and often leads project activities.
• The job holder monitors staff performance on assigned projects related to their overall abilities and effectiveness in completing projects within schedules.
• The position participates in the development of less experienced staff.
• The position interacts with senior management, other technology personnel, clients, and vendors.
• The job holder provides backup to higher management as necessary and may be called upon to serve as a technical representative on committees and ad-hoc projects.

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $53.20 - $88.65/hr.

Hours: 40 hours/week.

Length: Temp (6 Months).

Sounds like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 8 years experience in systems analysis/application development.
• Minimum of 8 years experience with application development software and hardware platforms.
• Minimum of 8 years experience with personal computers and pertinent project management, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
• Minimum of 8 years experience coordinating between Applications and business units.
• Minimum of 8 years experience recommending and implementing system solutions.
• Minimum of 8 years experience driving project milestones and delivery dates.
• Minimum of 5 years experience coding with Jack Henry Sweeps (fka Agiletics).

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Associate Degree.
• Capable of working on multiple projects of a complex nature.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to assist in issue resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with prior experience presenting to the target audience.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Good lateral thinking skills.
• Proven mentoring and leadership capabilities from a project management perspective.
• Good understanding of the Bank's application framework.
• Subject matter expert in business with knowledge or experience utilizing the supported application/system.
• Mastered understanding of applications supported by advanced knowledge of interfacing/integrated applications.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Ability to multitask for various components of complex projects.
• Mastered knowledge and focus of the entire system to work on projects outside of normal business-as-usual (BAU).
• COBOL programmer.
• Systems Integration and testing.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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