Software Developer III
Western & Southern Financial Group2 years ago
Cincinnati, OH, USASenior
Responsibilities
- Research, design, define, develop, test, document, and implement new computer applications or changes to existing applications.
- Install software packages and personal computer software and help ensure hardware and software operate efficiently.
- Analyze data related to processing problems and develop effective solutions with IT and business associates.
- Advise business unit associates about existing or proposed systems through written and oral communication.
- Participate in developmental projects, large-scale improvement projects, and internal IT technical committees.
- Provide training to programming staff and business associates on technical topics and systems definition.
- Manage several assignments with varying deadlines and provide regular status updates to the Manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or commensurate selection-criteria experience.
- Proven programming experience covering activities such as research, design, requirements gathering, business-unit collaboration, development, testing, documentation, and production support.
- Ability to advise programming associates on technical and application-related matters.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team, including motivating coworkers in difficult situations.
- Demonstrated analytical skills involving problem definition, data collection or interpretation, fact establishment, and solution development.
- Ability to document procedures and activities clearly using prescribed formats and strong English grammar, punctuation, diction, and spelling.
- Growing verbal and written communication skills for conveying clear and concise information to internal and external customers.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines with moderate supervision.
- Proficiency in programming languages required by the individual business unit.
- Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Ability to perform sustained computer work, prepare written correspondence, and apply logical thinking to solve problems.
Benefits
- Office-based work setting with extended periods at a desk or computer.
- Extended hours may be required during peak workloads or special projects or events.
- No travel required.
About Western & Southern Financial Group
Western & Southern Financial Group is a privately held financial services parent company offering life insurance, annuities, investment management, and retirement products to individuals and institutions. Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Cincinnati, it operates through subsidiaries including Gerber Life, Fort Washington Investment Advisors, Touchstone Advisors/Securities, and Eagle Realty Group. The company distributes products via agents, broker-dealers, and workplace channels across U.S. markets.