Lead Application Developer

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In 2022, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica one of the best places to work for the ninth consecutive year. Also in 2022, Primerica was named one of the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes for the second consecutive year. Forbes also named Primerica as one of America’s best Insurance companies for 2022. Primerica ranks 6th among 25 companies included in the Term Life Insurance category. Over the past seven years Primerica has consistently been voted Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine in its special "Best of Gwinnett" winner editions. Primerica is a great place to work! Join our team to experience what it’s like to work at “one of the best places to work in the metro Atlanta”.

About this Position

Job Description Summary
The Lead Mainframe Application Developer designs, modifies and develops systems using advanced techniques. These techniques include the ability to analyze current systems to resolve new and/or existing problems. This position evaluates technical feasibility of proposed system solution, prepares project proposals and develops/modifies systems to meet the business need. They will also act as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead or direct the work of other developers/projects. Mainframe Skilled Developer. The Lead Mainframe Application Developer is an experienced IBM Mainframe developer that designs, documents, programs and supports Agency Compensation applications that process commission calculations and payments for financial product sales. The Agency Compensation applications interface with Web Applications.
Salary Range: $95K - $110K
This is 100% remote

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Essential Skills:

• Highly competent in processes involved in systems analysis and use of appropriate tools for resolution. Including understanding design factors, system capacities, hardware and software requirements, coding, testing, and debugging programs. 
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Excels in ability to multi-task and stay organized in a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with subordinates, peers and management. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years programming and analysis or IT experience
• Participation in major system projects with proficiency in at least one development discipline/platform
• Experience in project life cycle phases including analysis, design, programming and implementation

Required Skills:

• Highly proficient in COBOL, DB2, CICS, and JCL in a z/OS environment 
• Proficient in establishing CICS table entries for new programs, transactions and files
• Experience in Assembler Language is preferred
• Experience in project life cycle phases including analysis, design, programming and implementation
• Excellent organization, verbal and written communications skills
• Advanced interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision

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FLSA status:
This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay):

YesOur 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.