Become A Senior Web Application Developer

* Web design:
* o Provide thought leadership and design implementation skills for internal (intranet) and external (www.vertexinc.com, my.vertexinc.com) web properties
* o Proficient in front-end web technologies such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
* o Keep abreast of emerging technologies such as HTML5, CSS3 and jQuery as well as industry trends such as responsive web design and mobile-first design implementation.
* Web development:
* o Provide development expertise in building new and supporting existing web applications.
* o Proficient in server-side technologies such as PHP, ASP, ASP.Net as well as the Drupal content management system/framework.
* o Also perform basic database architecture and design tasks.
* Familiar with SQL Server 2000 , MySQL 5 and Oracle database servers.
* o Proficient in building integrations using Web services.
* Building add-ins using C#/
* NET and standalone
* NET applications using SOAP API.
* Provides first level support in researching and addressing issues for business system applications.
* Works directly with system users on process efficiency through the use of the system.
* Researches, tracks and understands new web technologies to provide technical leadership in developing service applications and analyzing business requirements as they pertain to intranet and external Internet-related systems.
* Builds applications using Internet and Windows Development tools.
* Provides written design documents, test plans and test results.
* Manages, develops, integrates and implements related applications components, including front-end development, server-side development and database integration.
* Plays a direct role in programming, maintenance, technical support, documentation and administration of the applications.
* Establishes and communicates standards to manage cost and ensure continuity of applications.
* Work with outside vendors/agencies when developing tests to ensure feature functionality.
* Lead or participate in other projects or duties.
* Occasional travel required.
* Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time

* Incumbents in this role perform the following responsibilities in an Independent/ Advanced capacity to support the most complex development work across CMFG.
* This role supports projects with a high degree of ambiguity and breadth.
* Independently perform expert-level analysis and design in translating business requirements into technical specifications, present options, evaluate and recommend solutions.
* Drive out unperceived business needs, leverage existing solutions (across CUNA Mutual, publicly available, vendor packages, etc.) where appropriate.
* Identify and communicate the global impact of interrelated activities.
* Develop and oversee the implementation of approved project plans and activities.
* Track overall project progress and report status and any issues to management and project team members.
* Proactively identify, communicate and drive process, system and business improvement ideas to IT or business.
* Direct the development of multiple concurrent business systems solutions from conceptualization through stabilization using various computer platforms.
* Provide leadership, architectural guidance and training to professional staff in project management, planning, estimating, reporting, scheduling, quality assurance and workflow direction on projects of any size.
* Provide constructive feedback to individual team members and their respective manager regarding performance on projects and support work.
* Develop, test, implement, document and maintain high quality business systems solutions on various computer platforms, adhering to established methodology and practices, and in accordance with project plans.
* Develop and maintain a high degree of client-specific knowledge and associated business systems knowledge commensurate with work experience.
* Educate others, collaborate and effectively communicate verbally and in writing with management, team members, IT Infrastructure and clients to influence solution delivery, applications architecture and business direction.
* Continually enhance and share knowledge in application development best practices, technologies, methodologies, and standards.
* Acquire, effectively apply and train others in new technical skills as driven by business need and/or technology advancements.
* Develop and maintain an expert-level understanding of industry trends and proactively work as appropriate with decision-makers to drive change within and across IT organizational units.
* Promptly and professionally assume ownership and respond to customer requests.
* Perform and direct others in root cause analysis, impact analysis, problem determination and problem resolution support.
* Collaborate with appropriate business and IT staff throughout the problem resolution process.
* The above statement of duties is not intended to be all inclusive and other duties will be assigned from time to time

Application Development o Work closely with fellow technology team members to design, develop, test, deliver, implement, and maintain high quality, cost effective, data-driven web applications o Use departmental design, architectural, and development standards, and sound coding techniques effectively and efficiently o Work effectively within the Subversion software versioning and revision control environment o Coordinate application plans, requirements, schedules, and activities through regular (daily) communications with development team on active projects o Use task and project management systems to document work performed and coordinate with QA and business team members o Manage projects throughout the entire systems development life cycle (including presenting timely/thorough status reports

* Create tailored financial databases, software, and web applications specific to key issues which address stakeholder concerns, valuation models, synergies, contractual issues, and accounting and tax reporting implications
* Interface with senior executives of clients and target companies
* Draft technical documentation and client presentations

* Build and maintain rich client-side applications
* Work with our product team to tackle tough user interface problems
* Fix bugs during product development cycle
* Collaborate with product team to develop and enhance new features