Application Developer (.net/java) - Remote/Home Based

Allstate Insurance
United States
May 23, 2022
The world isn't standing still, and neither is Allstate. We're moving quickly, looking across our businesses and brands and taking bold steps to better serve customers' evolving needs. That's why now is an exciting time to join our team. You'll have opportunities to take risks, challenge the status quo and shape the future for the greater good. You'll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards - a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramount. We empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Our people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.Plus, Allstate is changing how, when, and where we work-to lead us boldly into our future. We're empowering our employees to create better ways of working through more intentional use of communication and collaboration practices, processes and tools. Everything we do at Allstate is driven by a shared purpose: to protect people from life's uncertainties so they can realize their hopes and dreams. For more than 89 years we've thrived by staying a step ahead of whatever's coming next - to give customers peace of mind no matter what changes they face. We acted with conviction to advocate for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws. We help give survivors of domestic violence a voice through financial empowerment. We've been an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, digital photo claims and, more recently, device and identity protection. We are the Good Hands. We don't follow the trends. We set them. Job Summary: The Software Engineer develops code for complex modules, participates in design reviews, conducts code reviews, creates test plans, and participates in testing reviews, and resolves moderate defects. The Software Engineer designs, documents, reviews, and maintains components of software solutions for complex projects. Under limited supervision, the Software Engineer works closely with business partners to identify needs and design technology solutions. They are often required to deliver tactical solutions that can be implemented within a few days. They are responsible for all phases of the application development cycle: beginning with requirements gathering, through release, and ultimately ongoing user support. Key Responsibilities: * Critiques and evaluates detailed business, functional, and high-level technical requirements (including recovery, security and audit) * Ensures that design/code reviews are scheduled and executed; provide feedback and recommends solutions; ensures that design standards and documentation are followed and certifies that code meets quality standards; reviews and critiques code presented by team members. * Develops code for intermediate to complex modules with high-level architecture, following documentation and development standards * Develops or confirms detailed project or system change estimates or project plans, calibrate estimating factors for continuous improvements * Creates enhanced technical documentation and implement changes * Creates accurate test plans, conditions, and data; participates in testing reviews to include conducting basic levels of module and integration testing according to process standards; track and resolve moderate defects. * Identifies support issues and initiate action to resolve the problem and provides technical assistance to resolve complex issues. * Executes change management activities supporting production deployment to Developers, Quality Control Analysts, and Environment Management personnel. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job does not have supervisory duties. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience Strong aptitude and desire to learn new languages and frameworks 4+ years of programming experience in ( VB, C#, Java, .Net, SpringBoot, SQL, React) 4+ years design and development of web service technologies such as REST, or JSON 4+ years of experience coding in front end programming language (HTML,CSS, JavaScript) Experience increasing quality by applying various development and test practices (ex. unit test coverage, automated acceptance tests) Experience with Git or similar version control system Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: * None Functional Skills: * Recognizes and understands use of design patterns for intermediate applications * Applies usability and future state architectures to develop technical components according to design specifications * Creates and executes unit tests and assists Quality Control personnel with functional tests. * Completes and delivers migration or change management form to Developers, Quality Control Analysts, and Environment Management personnel * Participates on projects of critical importance; may own pieces of critical project from start to finish * Subject matter expert on professional standards and trends with web development, data base design, and automations and business goals and strategies. * Uses subject matter expertise to coach less experienced employees, determine priorities and serve as a point of contact for areas outside of direct team and can take on assignments without direct supervision * Uses experience, innovation and judgement to make decisions that may be based on partial information. Identifies and resolves unique problems within field of expertise. Resolves problems where precedent may not exist * Develops in-depth ideas and materials; ensures understanding of technical matters by non-technical, decision makers. Competencies Notes: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job. The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation, which includes a drug screen. The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation, which includes a drug screen. Good Work. Good Life. Good Hands. As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide a competitive salary - but that's just the beginning. Our Total Rewards package also offers benefits like tuition assistance, medical and dental insurance, as well as a robust pension and 401(k). Plus, you'll have access to a wide variety of programs to help you balance your work and personal life -- including a generous paid time off policy.For a full description of Allstate's benefits, Learn more about life at Allstate. Connect with us on , , and or watch a . Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position. Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. 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