Clinical Application Developer III

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Position Purpose: Perform all phases of applications systems analysis and design. Analyze systems specifications and develop applications to support information systems processes. Prepare detailed specifications from which complex programs will be written. Design, code, test, debug, document and maintain these programs. Formulates scope and objectives through research to develop or modify complex systems. Location: This position is full‑time (Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week), consisting of three days in the office and two days working from home in Columbia, South Carolina. What You’ll Do: Ensure team members understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions, organizational standards are maintained, and applications are delivered according to project timeliness. Provide expert system knowledge, perform research, attend meetings, and review documents. Maintain and modify programs according to specifications. Code, compile, and implement application software that is delivered on time and within budget. Evaluate basic interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area.20% Test modified programs, create necessary test files and data, verify logic, debug, and write relevant documentation. Analyze production systems, recommend systems enhancements, provide instruction to production support team. Research customer issues and determine appropriate resolutions. Coordinate implementation of modifications or enhancements. Analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems. Develop functional design and technical specifications, concept diagrams, and work flow diagrams and related procedures to process data using appropriate systems environment/platform. Document programs/procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's in a job related field
Associates degree plus an extra 2 years of job-related work experience for a total of 6 years of required work experience OR 8 total years required work experience.
4 years-of application development, systems testing or other job-related experience.
Strong understanding of applications/development, quality assurance and integration methodologies, concepts and facilities in a mainframe, midrange, web, and/or PC/LAN environment.
Strong analysis, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrates logical abstract thinking and assimilating/adhering to project goals and deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
Strong knowledge of interpersonal skills/team building.
Familiar with project management concepts.
Pays attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors etc.
Strong knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and development tools and their usage in the company.

Nice To Haves

Object Oriented Development experience with Python.
Knowledge of Java.
Experience with the healthcare payor data.

Responsibilities

Ensure team members understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions, organizational standards are maintained, and applications are delivered according to project timeliness.
Provide expert system knowledge, perform research, attend meetings, and review documents.
Maintain and modify programs according to specifications.
Code, compile, and implement application software that is delivered on time and within budget.
Evaluate basic interrelationships in immediate programming area to determine how changes in one program will affect another related area.
Test modified programs, create necessary test files and data, verify logic, debug, and write relevant documentation.
Analyze production systems, recommend systems enhancements, provide instruction to production support team.
Research customer issues and determine appropriate resolutions.
Coordinate implementation of modifications or enhancements.
Analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems.
Develop functional design and technical specifications, concept diagrams, and work flow diagrams and related procedures to process data using appropriate systems environment/platform.
Document programs/procedures.