Developer

Job Opportunity: Developer at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance 

Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance is a leading provider of life insurance and financial services. We are committed to serving our policyholders and communities with integrity and excellence. As a Developer, you’ll be an essential part of our Applications Development team, contributing to the success of our organization.

Position: Developer Location: Jackson, MS

The Developer is responsible for coding, unit testing and documenting their programming work. They work under close supervision of a manager or senior level developer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field; or a combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of at least one high-level programming language
• May require a working knowledge of one or all of the following: SQL, Visual Studio, Git, C#, .Net Framework, XML, HTML, JSON, and AQT.
• Strong analytical skills
• The ability to function effectively in the workplace as exhibited through ones integrity, courage to act and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain code for computer applications including coding, testing, and documenting programming work.

Research and resolve production issues reported to the Help Desk.

• Work on-call after-hours rotation and handle production problems.
• Provide support to IS department staff and business users.
• Document research, progress and status of assigned work in Azure DevOps.
• Communicate with the business user as work progresses and follow up on the status of testing.
• Continue development of technical and business knowledge through on-line, in-house and off-site training.

Employee Benefits: We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:

1. Health Insurance:
• Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
• Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
• Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
2. Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
• Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
• Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
3. Weight Management Programs:
• Customized weight management plans.
• Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
4. Employee Engagement:
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Fun teambuilding activities.
5. Annual events for employees and their families
• Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
• Family Fun Night
6. Onsite Cafe:
• Convenient access to nutritious meals.
• Promoting healthy eating habits.
7. Learning & Development:
• Continuous learning opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education.
8. Mentorship Programs:
• Pairing employees with mentors.
• Professional growth and guidance.
9. Promotional Opportunities:
• Advancement within the company.
• Career growth prospects.
10. Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
• Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
• Retirement planning.
11. Volunteer Days:
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Contributing to the community.