Programmer

JOB DESCRIPTION
To provide programming and analysis in response to client programming requirements.
Core Requirements and Responsibilities:
Essential job functions included but are not limited to the following:

• Analyze system requirements and write programs
• Participate in technical design sessions, recommend solutions
• Provide structural coded statements from specifications
• Create test criteria, unit and integrated testing, data and file integrity testing
• Ensure accurate interpretation of client requirements
• Develop programming solutions which meet business requirements
• Test new programs and participate in system installations
• Perform investigations as assigned
• Program documentation and specifications
• Application/product support
• Ability to quickly determine solutions to problems and ensure that the solution takes into consideration the entire application
• Act as a programming consultant supporting marketing requirements, prototype development, R&D and other critical corporate functions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and write descriptive narratives, instructions that are somewhat involved, materials requiring careful use of special terminology.
• Must be able to communicate ideas, plans and concerns to all levels of staff and clients.
• Ability to discuss matters that are difficult to grasp; conveying the essence of complex situations effectively and persuasively.
• Communication with all levels of internal and external clients requires the ability to instruct and deal with contacts with a high degree of tact and courtesy.
• Keeps manager informed as to work progress and any problems/issues.
• Must ensure conformance with the programming methodologies.
• Provides full solutions to problems/enhancements; all solutions that are implemented are analyzed to ensure conformance with the entire system.
• Must stay up-to-date on evolving technologies.
• Must manage time in a way that facilitates the completion of all necessary tasks, fulfilling the client needs and ensuring maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and schedule activities in order to assure maximum efficiency for both self and project team.
• Performs in an accurate and effective manner with a results-oriented focus.
• Will be able to handle multiple tasks/deadlines at once.
• Ability to handle situations tactfully when dealing with sensitive client situations.
• A high level of professionalism and tact is expected at all times.

Qualifications:

• University or College Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of structured experience working in a programming environment.
• Knowledge about the General Insurance Industry to understand the various systems and products utilized by clients and maintained by teams.
• Excellent understanding of the System Development Life Cycle.

• React experience• API(JSON, XML) experience

• C-Sharp, .NET experience
• Solid understanding of SQL server
• Sound Windows client server experience
• Experience with COM, DCOM, Javascript, VBSscript or XML
• IIS and ASP experience would be an asset
• Excellent communication skills
• Insurance experience would be an asset
• Bilingualism

Additional Requirements and Details:• Travel required up to 10% of the time.• Ability to work remote with a stable internet connection on an as needed basis• Located and working from an office location (when required)• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds.• Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements required to operate a computer.• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (working on a computer, etc.).• Frequent sitting and/or standing.
Why Vertafore is the place for you: *Canada Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• Medical, vision & dental plans
• Life, AD&D
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Pension Plan & Employer Match
• Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Education Assistance
• Additional programs - Employee Referral and Internal Recognition

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *US Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• We have a Flexible First work environment! Our North America team members use our offices for collaboration, community and team-building, with members asked to sometimes come into an office and/or travel depending on job responsibilities. Other times, our teams work from home or a similar environment.
• Medical, vision & dental plans
  • PPO & high-deductible options
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dental & Vision FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Commuter FSA
• Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer Match
• Supplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education & Legal Assistance
• Additional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
• Commuter Benefits (Denver)

The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
The Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
Commission plans are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.
Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.
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