Application Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as a member of the team responsible for the design, development, implementation, and support of moderately complex distributed or web-based information systems.

• Assist with project tasks, including coding and testing programs.

• Create system documentation, which includes structure charts, screen designs, data flow diagrams, file layouts, report layouts, and job run descriptions.

• Aid in the design, development, implementation, testing, and maintenance of moderately complex web-based and distributed applications.

• Contribute to project deliverables, coding, system testing, and technical documentation per established IT standards.

• Analyze business challenges.

• Assess information systems and comprehend the interdependencies between their components.

• Diagnose and resolve issues in test, development, or production environments.

• Draft procedures and technical documentation.

• Effectively manage a variety of concurrent activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Completion of college coursework in Computer Science or Information Systems.

• Experience in developing distributed and/or web-based systems.

• Familiarity with programming languages, including COBOL II and J2E.

• Proficiency with database management systems such as IMS DB, DB2, Oracle, SQL Server, and Access.

• Experience in web development utilizing HTML.

• Knowledge of PC fundamental tools and Microsoft Office.

• Understanding of structured systems analysis, design, programming, and testing.

• Familiarity with mainframe and/or distributed computing principles and concepts.

• Knowledge of systems operation practices.

• Strong analytical and investigative skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively within a business context.

• Capacity to evaluate information systems and understand component interdependencies.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving issues in various environments.

• Capability to write procedures and technical materials.

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in UI/UX Design, Human-Centered Design, Interaction Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

• Relevant coursework, internship, academic project, volunteer, or professional experience related to user interface, user experience, or digital product design.

• A portfolio or work samples that showcase wireframing, prototyping, visual design, user research, or web/mobile experience design.

• Familiarity with tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or similar applications.

• Basic understanding of user-centered design, usability, responsive design, information architecture, accessibility, or design systems.

• Ability to gather feedback and translate user or business requirements into design concepts.

• Proficiency in communicating design ideas and collaborating with business partners, developers, product teams, and stakeholders.

• Familiarity with Agile, iterative design, or software and product development methodologies.

• Regular and dependable attendance is essential.

• Employment offer is contingent upon consent to a background check and drug screening.

🏝️ Benefits

• Potential for an annual bonus based on performance.

• Medical plans with various coverage options, including HSA eligibility.

• Coverage for prescription medications.

• Dental and vision care benefits.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

• Company-funded basic life insurance.

• Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Options for critical illness, accident, and pet insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Company match of 50% on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, with immediate vesting.

• Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay period; fully vested after three years of service.

• Options for Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

• Paid Time Off (PTO), which increases with tenure.

• Ten company-paid holidays each year for full-time employees.

• One mental health day, two floating holidays, and one volunteer day for full-time employees.

• Paid leave programs, including parental leave, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.

• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year, with 80% covered by ACG.

• Support for professional certification with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.

• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

• Complimentary AAA membership, including roadside assistance and travel discounts.

• Adoption assistance program.