Lead Application Developer

Join Our Team In 2025, USA Today recognized Primerica as a Top Workplace USA for the fifth year in a row, and Newsweek named Primerica one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for the second consecutive year. In 2024, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica as a Top Workplace for the eleventh consecutive year, and Forbes recognized Primerica as one of America’s Best Employers for Women for the fifth year in a row. In addition, for the tenth time Primerica has been voted a Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine. Primerica is a great place to work! About this Position Developer is responsible for designing, modifying and developing systems using advanced techniques including the ability to analyze current systems to resolve new and/or existing problems. Evaluates technical feasibility of proposed system solution, develops project proposals and develops/modifies systems to meet the business need. Requires in-depth knowledge and experience in at least one software specialization. Acts as resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead or direct the work of other developers/projects. Stays current on new and emerging technology. Works independently; receives minimal guidance. This role is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future. This role is fully remote. The salary range for this role is $120k - $125K. Responsibilities & Qualifications Performs Technical Duties: Codes, unit tests, and debugs programs ensuring optimal performance using advanced programming techniques Writes technical specifications and creates thorough unit test plans for each new functionality, application and/or conversion from one application system to the next Performs thorough unit testing for new functionality, applications, conversions, etc., through full regression validation Utilizes appropriate software tools for source code management, code creation, compilation and program execution Documents new systems as well as changes to existing systems according to established standards; develop flow charts, logic charts, record formats, and coding structures using architecture approved tools Reviews business test plans and results to ensure effectiveness in meeting project requirements Directs training of business personnel in new and modified systems Provides on-call support for production and lower environments Provides training by working with and mentoring other developers and/or contractors Analysis and Investigative Responsibilities: Performs background analysis through research, interviews / meetings with business areas to define needs, understand desired results and to resolve problems Meets independently with business partners and management to determine systems solutions and evaluates technical feasibility Analyzes detailed system factors, including input and output requirements, information flow, hardware and software requirements and alternative methods of problem resolution to ensure optimal performance Analyzes and documents new systems as well as changes to existing systems according to established standards; develops detailed flow charts, logic charts, record formats, and coding structures Applies advanced analysis skills and business knowledge in order to solve complex business problems Utilizes appropriate approved tools to design solutions Stays abreast of advanced technology within areas of expertise Collaborate with others to formulate optimal solutions Project Delivery Responsibilities: Participates and leads system creation, planning, and coordination with other IT teams and resources Coordinates with business teams on appropriate work efforts for their areas Creates and/or updates system documentation as appropriate based on project assignment Develops project proposals (including estimates) and presents to stakeholders for review and approval Discuss and document how proposed changes to the system will affect business process or other relevant systems Enforces and adheres to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Technology Management Policy Adhere to the Change Management Technology Management Policy Project Leadership: Manages more complex projects to completion including project design and proposals Maintains positive business/peer interactions Compliance: Protects the company’s authority to do business by complying with legal and ethical standards, policies and procedures Follows all applicable Information Technology Management Policies Ensures new development tools, methods or frameworks provide for secure coding techniques Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides training, guidance or mentoring to team members; no formal supervisory responsibilities Experience Requirements: Technical, trade or business school or equivalent experience in computer science, computer engineering or related field 4-5 years’ experience Participated in several major system projects and has shown proficiency in several development discipline/platforms Problem solving skills, analysis and design skills Coding, testing and debugging systems Self-motivated with outstanding organizational, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to work well with peers and management Takes ownership of the tasks assigned and works with minimal guidance and direction from management, and other team members Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Java or C#, with experience developing web services using frameworks such as Springboot, J2EE, and/or NodeJS/NestJS/Express JS Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or Gradle Experience with Container Management Software like Docker or Kubernetes Troubleshooting tools like Chrome DevTools, IE Developer Tools, & BrowserStack Test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira Databases, JDBC, SQL, JSON and XML parsing Unit Testing and Code Coverage with methods like JUnit Exposure to troubleshooting server-side applications with tools like Wireshark Messaging products: IBM MQ, Kafka, or Apache MQ Understanding of Design Patterns and how to apply them FLSA status: This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay): Yes Our Benefits: Day one health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off Life and disability insurance Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account Professional development Tuition reimbursement Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.