IT Developer

Florida Blue (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida) • Jacksonville, FL

2h • $77,600 - $126,100

About The Position

IT Developers are responsible for development, programming, coding of Information Technology solutions. IT Developers are responsible for documenting detailed system specifications, participation in unit testing and maintenance of planned and unplanned internally developed applications, evaluation and performance testing of purchased products. IT Developers are responsible for including IT Controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, as well as availability of the application and data processed or output by the application. IT Developers are assigned to intermediate level development projects.

Requirements

• 3+ years related work experience in IT development/programming/coding professional work experience
• High school diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

• Experience and understanding with unit testing, release procedures, coding design and documentation protocol as well as change management procedures
• Proficiency using versioning tools
• Thorough knowledge of Information Technology fields and computer systems
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated database and SQL skills
• Flexible team player
• Ability to manage tasks independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Ability to learn from mistakes and apply constructive feedback to improve performance
• Must demonstrate initiative and effective independent decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and articulately
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• In-depth understanding of the systems development life cycle
• Proficiency programming in more than one object oriented programming language
• Proficiency using standard desktop applications such as MS Suite and flowcharting tools such as Visio
• Proficiency using debugging tools
• Strong critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions that are consistent with business objectives and strategy
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field IT related field or equivalent work experience
• Experience using Agile methodology Specific tools, languages and specialty skills may vary Relevant Development certifications

Responsibilities

• Write code for intermediate level system designs, enhancing existing programs or developing new programs
• Write programs that span platforms. Code and/or create Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).
• Review code developed by other Associate and IT Developers.
• Provide input to and drive programming standards.
• Write detailed technical specifications for subsystems. Identify integration points.
• Report missing elements found in system and functional requirements and explain impacts on subsystem to team members.
• Perform unit testing and debugging. Set test conditions based upon code specifications. Seeks review by more senior or Advanced IT Developers.
• “Scope” time, resources, etc., required to complete programming projects. Seek review from other IT Developers, Business Analysts, Systems Analysts or Project Managers on estimates.
• May need assistance from other IT Developers and team members to debug more complex errors.
• Supports transition of application throughout the Product Development life cycle. Document what has to be migrated. May require more coordination points for subsystems.
• Researches vendor products / alternatives. Assists with vendor product gap analysis / comparison.
• Accountable for including IT Controls and following standard corporate practices to protect the confidentiality, integrity, as well as availability of the application and data processed or output by the application.
• Ensure all SDLC guidelines are adhered to as defined by the SDLC Office to support audit compliance.
• Strong DevOps expertise and hands-on experience with container orchestration platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes), cloud providers (AWS/Azure), and ability to script SQL queries for MS SQL Server and/ or DB2 databases.
• Familiar in using AI tools like Windsurf/ Devin/ Codium or Claude Code or Codex. Background in API development with proficiency in Java, Python, or NodeJS is desirable.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance
• Income protection benefits: life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs
• Leave programs to support personal circumstances
• Retirement Savings Plan including employer match
• Paid time off, volunteer time off, 10 holidays and 2 well-being days
• Additional voluntary benefits available; and a comprehensive wellness program
• Competitive pay
• Opportunities for incentive or commission compensation
• Regular annual reviews with pay for performance considerations for base pay increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED