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Developer II - .NET

Role overview

Summary

The Developer II role focuses on writing, debugging, and maintaining source code for software applications. You will collaborate with business analysts and other developers to ensure code integration and support testing efforts. This position is part of a team dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Kansans through technology.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of application development experience with a thorough knowledge of at least one programming language.
  • Ability to translate user specifications into written code.
  • Knowledge of data access methods to create, read, update, and delete data.
  • Basic understanding of database concepts.
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or completion of a Computer Science program from a Technical Trade School

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and secure application solutions.
  • Analyze user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, QA testers, and other developers in an Agile development environment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Decision Making

About the company

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

  • Health Insurance & Payers
  • Large
  • 1,001–5,000
The largest health insurer in the state of Kansas. As a mutual insurance company, BCBSKS is owned by its policyholders. Its board of directors consists of Kansans from different areas of the state, 16 policyholders who bring to the table practical experience in business, medicine, hospital administration and education. Day-to-day operations are directed by a nine-person steering committee under the guidance of the company’s president/CEO. Customers and health care professionals have a voice in company activities through numerous advisory and liaison committees, as well as focus groups and surveys. BCBSKS is a financially secure, billion dollar company that contributes to the Kansas economy in several ways. The company surpasses $1 billion in annual claims payments to health care providers and members and contributes more than $140 million a year to the economy through payroll and taxes. The company's headquarters are located in Topeka, KS. Nearly 1,400 employees work in the company's various office locations in Topeka. In addition, about 110 employees work in offices in Dodge City, Garden City, Hays, Hutchinson, Independence, Lawrence, Manhattan, Pittsburg, Salina and Wichita. BCBSKS is a member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association headquartered in Chicago. There are 36 Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans throughout the United States. Each Plan is separate and independent but all Plans cooperate with other Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans in the exchange of ideas, processing of claims and providing inter-plan services to customers. For current job openings, please visit: www.bcbsks.com/careers

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Job description

Are you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.


Why Join Us?

  • Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
  • Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire
  • Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs.
  • Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes flexibility.
  • Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and community.
  • Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

Benefits & Perks

  • Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
    • Incentive pay program (EPIP)
    • Health/Vision/Dental insurance
    • 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
    • Fertility/Adoption assistance
    • 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
    • 401(k) plan matching up to 5%
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Job Summary

The Developer II will write, debug, and maintain source code for software applications. This role collaborates closely with business analysts to ensure a clear understanding of requirements, works alongside other developers to ensure seamless integration of code, and coordinates with application testers to support their testing efforts and address any bugs. This role is also responsible for participating in testing and ensuring that code meets performance standards.



*This position is eligible to work remote, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy.

What you’ll do

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and secure application solutions.
  • Analyze user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
  • Perform maintenance and enhancements to existing applications.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, QA testers, and other developers in an Agile development environment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
  • Ensure code quality through unit testing and peer code reviews.
  • Participate in design and architecture discussions.
  • Maintain documentation of systems, processes, and technical specifications.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements.

What you need

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to translate user specifications into written code.
  • Knowledge of data access methods to create, read, update, and delete data.
  • Awareness of industry architecture.
  • Familiarity with utility usage and tools.
  • Familiarity with System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Basic understanding of database concepts.
  • Awareness of technical trends.
  • Ability to utilize versioning tools.

Education and Experience: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Bachelor’s degree or completion of a Computer Science program from a Technical Trade School preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of application development experience with a thorough knowledge of at least one programming language.

Bonus if you have

  • Proven experience in the delivery of high quality solutions utilizing the Microsoft .Net  framework (C#/VB/ASP) and associated technologies including: WPF, MVC, HTML5, CSSS, JavaScript, jQuery, RDLC, NuGet, WinForms, SQL (DB2, MSSQL), SQL Server Management Studio, SSRS, SSIS, IIS, GitLab, XML, JSON, Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerShell Nice to have: Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe LiveCycle Designer, Crystal, Cognos, use of media queries and adaptive design, Rally, QAComplete
  • Participate in code review discussions and providing technical guidance to development teams. Ability to work collaboratively with architecture staff to establish and support coding standards and guidelines.
  • Superior analytical and deductive reasoning skills along with the ability to make decisions independently or with minimal direction.
  • Ability to foster a continuous learning environment by engaging in activities that grow technical and leadership skills, both personally and across teams. Training in PMP and Agile is a plus.
  • Health care experience preferred.

 Physical Requirements:

·         Typical office environment

·         Requires extensive use of computer

·         Requires extended periods of sitting or standing

Compensation

Developer II

$84,080 - $99,800

Exempt Grade IT&S 15

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid.  All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

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