Software Developer III Web/Java

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Software Developer III - Web/Java
Johnston, IA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=9000+Northpark+Drive+Johnston+IA+USA+50131)




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Description

Come Smile with Us!


Join our mission-driven team at Delta Dental of Iowa as aSoftware Developer IIIwhere your contributions make a difference! In this role, you will collaborate with experienced professionals to build and maintain innovative, secure, and scalable applications that support our healthcare insurance operations.

This is an opportunity to use your technical skills, commitment to learning, and ability to work with cross funtional teams to deliver user-centric solutions.

This hybrid position is located in Johnston, Iowa and is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Depending on qualifications, this position may be filled at a higher level.


Learn whyManesh (https://youtu.be/DfkKcxziC30?si=o4M0kK-q5OyYZPVN) enjoys working on the software development team.




Why Delta Dental of Iowa?


For your smile.

For your health.

For your community.


At Delta Dental of Iowa, we’re more than just a dental and vision insurance company.

Improving health and wellness is at the center of everything we do.

As a not-for-profit, we aim to build stronger communities by investing in actions that promote and improve health.

Delta Dental of Iowa invests 40% of our dollars directly back into the communities we serve.


Come see why we are passionate about Bringing Smiles to our customers.

Our team enjoys competitive pay and benefits, an awesome One Team approach, and a company culture that fosters Exceptional Quality Service and Leadership at All Levels.

Together, we can make a difference – not only in Iowa but across the country.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

+ Assist in the design and successful implementation of scalable, secure, performant, HIPAA-compliant software solutions.

+ Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate complex business needs into scalable and maintainable technical specifications.

+ Seek mentorship & contribute to code reviews, architecture discussions, and best practices.

+ Apply modern engineering practices, including automation, DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipeline development, and infrastructure as code (IaC) to accelerate delivery and improve reliability.

+ Support cloud migration or modernization efforts deemed appropriate.

+ Ensure application performance, security, and compliance through proactive monitoring and testing activities.

+ Provide input during architecture discussions and learn from senior developers regarding the design and evolution of system architecture.

+ Provide on-call support and other responsibilities as necessary.


Requirements



Required

+ Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field with 5+ years of professional experience in application development; equivalent practical experience will be considered.

+ Exposure to common Java based web technologies & frameworks.

+ Advanced proficiency in SQL and relational database design

+ Hands-on experience with modern version control systems (e.g., Git).

+ Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

+ Ability to demonstrate initiative and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, effectively managing deliverables with supervision and under tight deadlines.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

+ Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA).

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Preferred

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

+ Experience designing and developing applications using modern programming languages such as Java, C#, or Python, databases, and sql.



+ Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.

+ Familiarity with healthcare or insurance systems, including claims processing, enrollment, or regulatory compliance.

Delta Dental of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

It is also the policy of Delta Dental of Iowa to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.




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