Application Developer II

CTG is seeking to fill an Application Developer II opening for our client based in Buffalo, New York.
Duration: 12 months, with potential for extension or hire
Location: Buffalo, NY
Overview:
Under the supervision of a senior developer/manager, provides designs and specifies information systems solutions to solve basic to complex problems or enhancements. Participates in the evaluation of client requirements and processes, and develops and prepares application environments, which may involve standard to diverse development platforms, software, hardware, technologies, and tools. Participates in day-to-day support activities and special projects.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete basic to intermediate complexity systems analysis, design, and development.

• Play a support role as an individual contributor on projects.

• Assist the client in addressing problems/issues in a diverse scope.

• Determine feasible solutions and make recommendations.

• Participate with other development, operations, and technology staff, as appropriate, in the overall system and integrated testing on generally small to medium-scope efforts or on specific phases of larger projects.

• Prepare test data and execute detailed test plans.

• Participate in any required debugging.

• Evaluate and understand interrelationships and effects among programs and interfacing applications.

• Use available resources to develop clear and complete technical and functional specifications for generally small to medium-scope efforts.

• Update systems documentation.

• Prepare charts, tables, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems. May assist in the preparation of logic flowcharts.

• Prepare assessments and task plans to include required tasks, estimated timeframes, and effort for assignments.

• Recommend new technology, policies, or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies.

• Provide consultation services to clients, technicians, and Bank departments on basic functions of supported applications, including review of system capabilities, operational procedures, forms, marketing materials, and cost analyses.

Education and Experience Required:

• Associate’s degree or 2 years of related work experience.

• Knowledge of the system development life cycle and application development alternatives.

• Experience with development tools, application support software, and hardware platforms.

• General understanding of personal computers.

• Working knowledge of pertinent word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.

• Prior experience learning new technical skills.

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with prior experience presenting to the target audience.

• Proven interpersonal skills.

• Detail oriented.

• Sound judgment skills.

• Proven analytical skills.

• Proven organizational and time management skills.

• Prior experience handling multiple tasks in support of various assignments.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Basic project management skills.

• Successful completion of a Bank approved skills development program.

• 1 year involvement in systems analysis and application development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Possess a broad understanding of the business units’ roles and how they fit into the organization.

• General knowledge of the Bank's application framework.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.
CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.
CTG is a leading provider of digital transformation solutions and services that accelerate clients' project momentum and achievement of their desired IT and business outcomes. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG has operations in North America, South America, Western Europe, and India. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract