Application Engineer Specialist
Company: CNA Insurance
Location: Chicago
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have
the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a
culture in which people know they matter and are part of something
important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to
their fullest potential.Under technical direction, analyzes client
area requirements and processes, prepares application system
specifications, and programs automated solutions or integrates
applications to resolve business problems. Maintains centrally
developed systems. The focus of this position will be designing or
developing business applications and/or designing or developing
alternative solutions.JOB DESCRIPTION:Essential Duties &
ResponsibilitiesPerforms a combination of duties in accordance with
departmental guidelines:Evaluates defined client area Agile
requirements and processes (e.g., new enhancements or maintenance)
in support of the creation of high level system designs, diagrams
and develops moderate to complex application program
solutions.Ensures quality of application solutions by performing
review of code design with peers and/or managed service partners,
creation of high level system designs, diagrams, oversight of
deployment activities, assistance with defect root cause analysis,
reviewing unit test and integration test results. Supports and
guides managed service partners in systems testing with other IT
staff.Participates in all phases of the program development,
testing and implementation processes. Participates in instructing,
directing, and checking the design or applications work of the
managed service providers for the portfolio supported
applications.Researches and evaluates new and/or alternative
solutions, and recommends the most efficient solution for the
systems/program design. May include integrating vendor applications
and consulting resources into existing applications and
resources.In conjunction with operations area technical staff,
supports the implementation of the application into production and
testing environments. May confer with technical personnel to
identify and resolve issues.Provide technical support, as needed,
to application production support teams.May perform additional
duties as assigned.Reporting RelationshipTypically Manager or
aboveSkills, Knowledge & AbilitiesRequires a broad knowledge of the
system development life cycle methodologies, primarily Agile. Some
waterfall knowledge is a plusBackground or knowledge of Insurance
Sales / Agency Distribution functions and systems is
preferred.Strong analytical and problem solving
skills.Understanding of interface design and user centered work
methods.Requires solid communication and interpersonal skills to
work effectively among all levels of internal/external business
partners/clients.Advanced computer skills including Microsoft
Office suite and other business related software systems or
languages including, but not limited to Google Cloud Platform
(GCP), Postgres, Oracle, Java, React JS, Salesforce (Configuration,
Apex, Visualforce, Lightning) and Informatica / Informatica Cloud
ETL. Must be proficient in at least one higher level programming
language, databases and interfaces. Other technologies will apply
dependent on business area supported.Ability to adapt and support a
fast-paced dynamic work environment.Education & Experience1.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline, or
equivalent work experience.2. Typically a minimum four years of
application program development experience.3. Applicable
certifications preferred, ideally Salesforce and/or GCP
foundational or associate.CNA is committed to providing reasonable
accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the
recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact
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Keywords: CNA Insurance, Chicago , Application Engineer Specialist, Engineering , Chicago, Illinois
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