Sr Application Developer
Senior Application Developer Do you have a passion for new technologies? Are you self-driven and thrive in a fast paced, success-oriented environment? We are seeking an energetic Senior Application Developer to be a part of a high performing, collaborative team where every day is different. Who We Are: At Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars, and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership, and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We're proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive. This position is located in our West Des Moines, Iowa office, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in the office, 2 days remote) after 90 days. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Java‑based applications using Spring Build and support Informatica ETL workflows for data integration, transformation, and loading Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions Contribute to application architecture and technical design decisions Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and reliability Perform code reviews and mentor junior and mid‑level developers Troubleshoot production issues and participate in root‑cause analysis Integrate applications with databases, APIs, and downstream systems Follow and promote SDLC, coding standards, and DevOps best practices Create and maintain technical documentation What It Takes to Join Our Team: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience 7 years of professional application development experience Strong expertise in Java and Spring Framework / Spring Boot Hands‑on experience with Informatica PowerCenter/IDMC for ETL design, data mappings, workflow orchestration, and scripting Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, DB2) and reporting services such as SSRS/Power BI Solid understanding of Object‑oriented design principles, RESTful APIs, and integration patterns Experience supporting SaaS applications, including integrations such as SSO Strong problem‑solving and debugging skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure Familiarity with DevOps tools (CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, etc.) Prior experience in an enterprise or large‑scale application environment Leadership or mentoring experience What We Offer You: When you're on our team, you get more than a great paycheck. You'll hear about career development and educational opportunities. We offer an enhanced 401K with a match, low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits, and life and disability insurance options. We also offer paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time, and teams who know how to have fun. Add to that an onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs, a daycare center, a cafeteria, and for many positions, even consideration for a hybrid work arrangement. Farm Bureauwhere the grass really IS greener! If you're interested in joining a company that appreciates its employees, provides growth and professional development opportunities, and offers great benefits, we invite you to apply today! Work Authorization/Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are not able to sponsor now or in the future, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa or work authorization for this role. For example, we are not able to sponsor OPT status.