POSITION SUMMARY

The Application Developer plays a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications that support all work streams for the Duck Creek project. This position requires a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end development to create secure, efficient, and scalable solutions. The Application Developer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including business analysts and product managers, to ensure that applications meet business objectives, comply with industry regulations, and enhance the overall user experience.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the configuration and custom components meet application requirements and performance goals.
• Configure, build, and test the application ensuring that code adheres to standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Conduct regular code reviews to maintain code quality, identify areas for improvement, and provide feedback.
• Ensure debugging and remediation of application system errors are being handled promptly and efficiently.
• Lead discussions with Stakeholders to understand and translate technical requirements into user and application requirements.
• Serve as primary point of escalation for project team and customer.
• Summarize internal project status of DC project implementations.

• Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to Junior Application Developers.
• Keep abreast on emerging technologies, industry trends, and incorporate relevant advancements into development processes.
• Performs other related duties and activities as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a closely related Computer/IT technical and analytics field.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience with in-depth knowledge of front-end and back-end technologies.
• Experience in implementing P&C Insurance software applications.
• Experience in Duck Creek Distribution Management System preferred.
• Experience in HTML, ASP, JavaScript, Python, C#, and XML preferred.
• Experience with modern web development frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js).
• Experience with DevOps and Cloud technologies.
• Solid understanding of database technologies, RESTful APIs, and AWS cloud computing platforms.
• Facilitation experience for conducting requirements gathering and stakeholder agreement meetings.
• Familiar with business process design concepts and principles.
• Familiarity with insurance products, rules, and methodologies desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience with Duck Creek or any other core systems platform is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.