Application Associate

AAA-The Auto Club Group•MI-Admin Office Building (AOB), MI

11d•$57,000 - $62,000•Remote

About The Position

Serves as a team member in designing, developing, implementing, and/or supporting moderately complex distributed or web-based information systems. Supports project tasks and codes and test programs and develops system documentation (e.g.; structure charts, screen designs, data flow diagrams, file layouts, report layouts, and job run descriptions) in accordance with IS standards.

Requirements

College coursework in Computer Science or Information Systems
Distributed, and/or web-based system development
Programming languages (e.g., COBOL II, J2E)
Database management systems (e.g., IMS DB, DB2, Oracle, SQL Server, Access)
Web development (HTML)
PC fundamental tools (MS Office)
Structured systems analysis, design, programming and testing
Mainframe and/or distributed computing fundamentals and concepts
Systems operation practices
Analyze business problems
Demonstrating strong analytical and investigative ability
Communicate effectively in a business setting
Evaluate information systems and understand the inter-dependencies between components
Troubleshoot and resolve problems in a test, development or production environment
Write procedures and technical materials
Perform a variety of concurrent activities effectively

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in UI/UX Design, Human-Centered Design, Interaction Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may also be considered.
Coursework, internship, academic project, volunteer, or professional experience related to user interface design, user experience design, or digital product design.
Portfolio or work samples demonstrating skills such as wireframing, prototyping, visual design, user research, or designing web or mobile experiences.
Familiarity with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or similar tools.
Basic understanding of user-centered design, usability, responsive design, information architecture, accessibility, or design systems.
Ability to gather feedback and translate user or business needs into clear design concepts.
Ability to communicate design ideas and collaborate with business partners, developers, product teams, and other stakeholders.
Familiarity with Agile, iterative design, or software and product development methodologies.

Responsibilities

Supports the design, development, implementation, testing, and maintenance of moderately complex web-based and distributed applications, while contributing to project deliverables, coding, system testing, and technical documentation in accordance with established IT standards.

Benefits

PTO, paid sick leave
Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility.
Prescription drug coverage.
Dental and vision benefits.
Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services).
Company-paid basic life insurance.
Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.
401(k) plan
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG).
Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.
Opportunities for career development and advancement.
Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts.
Adoption assistance program.