At American Equity we offer leading annuity products that help empower our clients to fulfill their needs and wants in retirement. Our success comes from hiring high-energy individuals who embody the beliefs that drive our unique culture. We currently fund over half a million retirements nationwide, and have been headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, for over twenty-five years with satellite offices in Charlotte, NC and New York, NY.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Application Developer II – Salesforce Platform Developer for the Salesforce technology team is responsible for partnering with team members and stakeholders to drive delivery of innovative solutions on the Salesforce platform and associated technologies. In this highly collaborative role, the incumbent will be involved in nearly every stage of the project development lifecycle to facilitate prototyping, research, planning and development. Functional responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, coding, testing and debugging programs, maintaining and documenting program code and procedures as well as assisting in the review and analysis of defined system specifications under moderate supervision.
**Position sits in West Des Moines and will work an onsite hybrid schedule**
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares, codes, debugs, and tests programs.
- Evaluates, creates and modifies existing programs while gaining an understanding of system interfaces.
- Documents code changes and assists users in the development of procedures.
- Analyzes system solutions.
- Performs on-call responsibilities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None required for this position.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and two (2) or more years of related experience in a coding, testing and debugging environment; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. A minimum of one (1) year in an application development role required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS:
Salesforce Platform Developer 1 (recommended)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Extensive knowledge and skills in the use of specific computer software and programming languages (Lightning App Development, Data Modeling, Apex Triggers, Apex Rest API, Asynchronous Apex, SOQL, Lightning Flow, Data Management, Platform Events, Data Integration, Large Data Volumes, Informatica or ETL tool skills).
- Experience with Copado and AMPscript scripting language would be a plus.
- Learn quickly when faced with new challenges and situations; analyze success and failures.
- Experience with Sales Cloud, Marketing Cloud and Service Cloud.
- Collaborative & team-oriented sharing the responsibility of work and accountability for outcomes with team members; uncovering new perspectives through inclusion.
- Knowledge of insurance industry practices, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques associated with programming of computers and networking equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret business implication of work.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
- Effective verbal and written communication, ability to effectively present information and interact in group situations.
- Demonstrate a high level of accountability setting personal goals and working to align these with business activities; work in an organized matter.
- Initiative and innovation for improving work processes.
- Collaborate with others to exchange knowledge to teach and learn new skills and business domains.
- Results driven with a sense of urgency that motivates others to achieve goals and improve performance.
- Adaptable to change, delays and unexpected events.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, manuals, and instructions.
- Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
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This description covers the major purpose and essential functions of the job. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each task is to be performed. Employees may receive other job related instructions and be required to perform other job related work requested by their manager. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
At American Equity, our core values—Empowered, Passion, Integrity, and Caring—are more than words. They guide how we support one another and how we serve our clients every day. To learn more about American Equity, our culture, and our values, visit the Careers site.
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What We Do
American Equity* Fixed Index Annuities * Retirement Planning * Customer Service
An American-owned and operated company headquartered in the heart of the Midwest, American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company® is a leader in the fixed indexed annuities marketplace. American Equity’s growth and success is attributed to our dedication to excellent customer service and emphasis on building customer relationships.
“The One Who Works for You!®” serves as the foundation for the way American Equity does business and values its more than 500 employees. Guided by our Principles of Excellence, we do more than sell retirement annuity products -- we are dedicated to fostering opportunity and innovation to meet the ever-changing needs and goals of retirement.
"It's About the People" is the American Equity story and the legacy of our founder David J. Noble. This commitment to excellence includes our employees, agents, partners, and contract owners. We thank you for entrusting us with the things that matter most.
When your retirement begins, you want to ensure you can enjoy it, which is why it’s important to have reliable support that can help fund every day of your golden years. After all, your life of hard work has earned you the retirement you planned for. These are the guiding principles that define everything we do. American Equity is the one who works for you.
