IT Applications Programmer

General/Other: IT/Software Development;Software/Web Development Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Reference Id: 27547MDI   Our people help make Progressive a successful, energetic, forward-moving organization. Time after time, Progressive has turned the insurance industry upside down through its innovative services, its use of technology and its continual push to be the No. 1 choice for auto insurance. The Product and Acquisition IT Development Team is looking for an experienced developer to design and implement product enhancements for the Auto Product Application Space. This person will be responsible for developing and maintaining code for Progressive's Direct Internet Auto Application (F2.5). This person will also be responsible for working with the business and IT counterparts to deliver projects in support of business and IT initiatives. Core Responsibilities (include but not limited to): Interpreting and understanding business requirements. Estimating work and adhering to deadlines. Designing solutions to meet the business requirements. Coding, unit testing and debugging solutions. Migrating and supporting solutions throughout all environments. Required Skills and Experience: Excellent organizational and communication skills. Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent working experience. Experience using industry standard project life cycle methodologies. Ability and willingness to work in a collaborative team environment. Specific languages: C++, C#, NET Framework, and XML. Two+ years experience in C++ or C# development, .NET Framework and XML. The ideal candidate will possess one or more of these additional skills: Insurance knowledge, Progressive knowledge, working knowledge of web-based development (Flash and ActionScript a plus), rate revision process knowledge, testing knowledge, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office. Other Considerations: Required to carry a pager and respond as necessary. Extra hours may be necessary to accomplish projects. Occasional travel may be necessary. Work Experience Requirements: - With Bachelor's Degree, must have at least 2 years of related work experience with software applications and computer code/programming language. - Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with others, which could include levels of management. - The ability to work in a team oriented environment. - Good organization skills with the ability to work on multiple projects and/or assignment simultaneously. - The ability to support department goals that align with current and future Company objectives and initiatives. - Good negotiation skills with the ability to find successful resolutions for basic to moderately complex issues, escalating those that require management involvement, when necessary. - Must be able to work under general supervision in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and changing priorities. - The ability to pay close attention to details. At Progressive, status quo won't cut it. Our leaders want results and you'll have the chance to make significant contributions in a company that has taken the insurance world by storm. Our company is full of opportunity and promise. Consider the strength of your new employer as one of the country's largest auto insurance companies. You'll be surrounded by smart, driven people like yourself, who combine innovation and analysis to achieve industry-leading results and recognition, such as the BusinessWeek50 and the distinction of being one of America's Most Admired Companies, according to Fortune. Visit us at jobs.progressive.com and share your personality with a company that will value your unique contributions. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE   Address: Colorado Springs/Pueblo, CO 80921