Performs analysis, conceptual design, development (coding) and implementation of modifications to purchased applications or custom programs to enhance value to business. Provides expert support of the development after implementation. Applies business and systems knowledge throughout process.
Participates in the technical design and coding of interfaces, data conversions, reports, and customizations providing the required functionality not supplied by the package.
Collaborates with internal users, staff members, and information technology colleagues to define detailed customer requirements and system interfaces while assessing value in modification to delivered software versus building new functionality. Translate requirements into technical design solutions.
Gain sufficient understanding of various IT applications to translate functional designs into technical approaches.
Deliver technical information, support and training to internal customers to assist them in performing and improving their daily work processes.
Provide technical expertise to team members.
Lead Academic and Corporate Systems Development efforts, driving best practices into work products throughout the lifecycle of a project.
Participate in trainings for offshore Development team.
Adhere to industry best practices through ongoing research, benchmarking, professional organizations, and conferences.
Take a leadership role in process improvement initiatives.
Proactively assume responsibility for improving processes and procedures.
Organize current project and maintenance activities while anticipating future/strategic needs.
Lead and mentor junior level Developer staff.
Facilitate meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Skills
Excellent problem solving skills able to focus both on the big picture and finite details.
Attention to detail.
Ability to deliver results in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills required. The ability to express oneself effectively within groups and in one-to-one conversations. Conveys information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents. Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high quality input/out flows smoothly between self and others. Strong ability to negotiate and influence.
Excellent ability to organize information, manage tasks and use available tools to effectively contribute to an organization.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of software development industry concepts, tools, and techniques.
Working knowledge of project management concepts, tools, and techniques.
Comfortable working within the parameters of a project methodology.
Comfortable working with geographically diverse teams.