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Top 3 Skills

1. AngularJS 
2. Javascript 
3. Java

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 
The Developer II Contractor (Angular) will be part of a Scrum Team responsible for developing one of our internal applications. We are seeking a Developer with experience in AngularJS front end development work. Extensive Javascript experience will be considered in replacement of Angular experience. 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Application Development 

• Writes application code for a range of simple to moderately complex system designs 
• Writes programs that span platforms. Code to and/or create Application Programming Interfaces (API) 
• Writes and/or modifies application code to enhance existing programs or developing new programs 
• Identifies system and functional requirements 
• Reviews code developed by less experienced Developers and recommends changes 
• Writes detailed technical specifications for subsystems and identifies integration points 
• Reports missing elements found in system and functional requirements and explains the impacts on subsystems to other Developers, System Analysts, Product Owners, Technical Leads, System Architects, and Product Managers 
• Supports transition of application throughout the Product Development life cycle 
• Documents applications and/or code that needs to be migrated. May require more coordination points for subsystems 

Collaboration 

• Consults with Developers, System Analysts, System Architects, Product Managers, and vendors (occasionally) 
• Accurately scopes project time and resources required to complete programming objectives 
• Reviews and confirms project scope and time line estimates with senior Developers, System Analysts, and/or Project Managers 
• Guides less experienced Developers as needed with regard to project estimates, development, and testing 

Testing 

• Performs unit testing and debugging. Establishes test conditions based on code specifications. May collaborate with senior Developers and other team members to debug more complex errors 
• Consults with senior Developers on testing plans and results 
• Work with senior Developers to resolve/debug program errors 
• Reviews vendor research. Conducts vendor product gap analysis and makes valid comparisons 
• The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

Additional Information

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 
Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge, skills, and experience to write detailed technical documentation, specifically business requirements and functional specifications for application development 
• Ability and experience to facilitate JAD sessions or other requirements gathering processes. May work with senior Developers to resolve/debug program errors 
• Knowledge and ability to apply OOD (Java, HTML, XML, Java Script, .Net C# and Patterns) and impact to the application development process 
• Knowledge of web development methodologies (preferably Agile/Scrum), application design, navigation, and information architecture 
• Knowledge of database design and query language 
• Understanding of web services (REST & SOAP) 
• Understanding of unit testing a plus 
• Working knowledge of MVC a plus 
• In depth knowledge of HIPAA X12 transactions a plus 
• Working knowledge of EDIFECS a plus 
• Demonstrated proficiency using PC skills such as; MS Suite products, flowcharting tools, e-mail, and electronic calendar scheduling 

Soft Skills: 

• Strong relationship management and collaboration skills requirements and functional specifications for application development 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, supporting company leadership and other team members 
• Ability to work under pressure. Maintains composure and professionalism in an interrupt-driven environment 
• Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities/tasks 
• Must be flexible and embrace change 

Additional Specifications 
Seeking a working knowledge in the following areas: 

• Test Driven Development 
• Pair Programming 
• HTML, JQuery, and CSS 
• Understanding of Git a plus

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