IT Software Development Advisor Sr

Sedgwick•Boca Raton, FL

About The Position

The IT Software Development Advisor Sr leads a team responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, testing, and debugging software. The role defines system scope and objectives for assigned projects, devises or modifies procedures to address complex problems, prepares detailed program specifications, oversees quality assurance reviews, and may be responsible for project completion and user satisfaction. The position also directs and trains assigned team members. The role works with business users and sponsors to develop system specifications and assess project feasibility, ensures new programs are compatible with existing systems, and oversees software development in accordance with Sedgwick’s software development lifecycle guidelines. It supports successful project delivery, documentation, team coordination, and ongoing awareness of technology changes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Nine years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including five years of program development experience and three years of specialized programming related to program needs.
Knowledge of application systems analysis and programming.
Knowledge of claims management systems.
High level of self-motivation.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
PC literacy, including Microsoft Office products.
Leadership skills.
Analytical and interpretive skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.

Nice To Haves

Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.
Working knowledge of claims management applications preferred.

Responsibilities

Determine the impact of new programs on existing system operations and ensure compatibility.
Oversee development of system specifications by interacting with business users and sponsors, determine project feasibility, and apply knowledge of relevant business subject areas.
Assist in projecting software and hardware requirements.
Oversee software design, development, maintenance, testing, and debugging while ensuring Sedgwick SDLC guidelines are followed.
Formulate and define project scope and objectives.
Lead the development, modification, and maintenance of software to meet company needs and user suggestions.
Prepare program documentation, including administrator and end-user help documents.
Direct analyst/programmers by assigning, prioritizing, and monitoring workload.
Provide guidance and training to the team.
Prepare status reports for the department manager.
Ensure projects are completed successfully in conformance with project goals and requirements.
Maintain proactive and cooperative relationships within the project team and remain accessible to team members.
Keep up-to-date with technology changes and direction.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Support the organization's quality programs.