DST Systems Jobshttp://jobs.dstsystems.com2012-05-23 05:07:22.242467USASouth WindsorJob Title Sr. Software Developer Auto req ID 12153BR Company (Must match Job Code & Dept first 3 digit#) 108-DST Insurance Systems Site Location South Windsor, Connecticut Job Description Sr. Software Developers develop detailed, complex technical specifications from which programs can be written to support and enhance existing software, third-party products, and/or new software applications. They demonstrate a solid business understanding for the purpose of the application or assigned task. They also accurately estimate the effort required to code the specifications for which they have written. Sr. Software Developers consistently demonstrate a high-level of coding proficiency and can be assigned coding tasks of a complex nature. They provide guidance to and assist in training less experienced associates in coding techniques and principles. Sr. Software Developers execute various forms of testing; unit, system, regression, integration, performance, volume, etc. They initiate and lead specification and code reviews. Sr. Software Developers perform complex analysis and recommend solutions for disruptions in production systems. Sr. Software Developers may also provide input into moderately complex technical designs and proposed customer solutions. They may also begin to assume a leadership role for smaller-scoped projects or larger project components. 2 + years with the following REQUIRED: - Java development -Unix (Linux preferred) -Windows OS 1 + year(s) with the following DESIRED: -Database experience (SQL Server preferred) -XML, HTML, XSLT -Application Server experience (JBoss preferred) -Active Directory -C# development -IIS Required Skills Java, RHEL and Windows OS Desired Skills Windows Client/Server, SQL Server, SQL, XML, HTML, XSLT, JBoss, Active Directory, C# , IIS, Perl Full or Part Time Full-Time Travel Requirements Minimal Working Hours or Shift Not Applicable2012-03-31 05:37:46United StatesDST SystemsConnecticut12153BRCTSouth Windsor, CT27533996http://jobs.dstsystems.com/xml/27533996/jobUSASouth WindsorJob Title Sr. Communications Specialist Auto req ID 12130BR Company (Must match Job Code & Dept first 3 digit#) 420-DST Output East, LLC Site Location South Windsor, Connecticut Job Description Sr. Communications Specialists create, design, write and manage online content, publication materials, client communications, newsletters, social media content, bulletins, informational materials, and company presentations to build customer interaction and engagement. This requires customer insights, detailed research, personal interviews, and interpretation of technical documents (e.g., national solution brochures, white papers for trade magazines, customer testimonials, etc.). Sr. Communications Specialists interview subject matter experts, develop original documentation, and write in the level of detail required for varying audiences. Sr. Communications Specialists ensure communications follow company guidelines as well as customary Journalism and English grammar principles. They possess advanced ability to manage and prioritize tasks and adhere to project deadlines. Sr. Communications Specialists provide guidance and direction to less experienced team members. They possess working knowledge of the company's markets, products, services, and solutions and possess excellent written communication skills. They work under limited direction. Required Skills: • A background in business, technology or communications. • 2 to 5 years of experience with online interactive marketing (website, microsites, blogs and social media). • Strong experience in search optimization, online analytics and customer insights. • Strong track record in social media marketing (content, engagement, measurements, and insights). • Strong strategic thinker with exceptional analytical, research, communication and presentation skills. • Expertise in developing customer insights based on customer and market research. • Expertise with major business applications (Microsoft Office, Microsoft Expression Web, Microsoft PowerPoint, WordPress, and Google Analytics). • Excellent project management skills to manage resources, schedules and deadlines. • Strong people and leadership skills to manage goals involving a diverse group of contributors, projects and deliverables. Desired Skills: • Advanced degree in a business, technology or communications field, MBA in marketing a plus. • 2 to 5 years of experience leveraging the voice of the customer (online participation, roundtables, customer preferences, and data insights). • 5 to 8 years experience in same or supported industries (financial services, banking, insurance communications, utilities, consumer finance). • Strong technical understanding of HTML, CSS, web publishing and web analytics. • Expertise with major business applications (MODX, Salesforce.com, and Omniture). • Interest in continually learning the latest technology and marketing solutions to impact business outcomes. • Trained in conveying the business story using words, images, SEO and digital media, and an understanding of how to increase audience participation. Required Skills See job description Full or Part Time Full-Time Travel Requirements 25% Working Hours or Shift 1st Shift (Days, M-F, 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm)2012-03-29 00:36:29United StatesDST SystemsConnecticut12130BRCTSouth Windsor, CT27472707http://jobs.dstsystems.com/xml/27472707/jobUSASouth WindsorJob Title Principal Architect Auto req ID 12008BR Company (Must match Job Code & Dept first 3 digit#) 104-DST Insurance Solutions, LLC Site Location South Windsor, Connecticut Job Description Principal Architects establish overall product and/or infrastructure architecture principles and provide oversight to project teams or other architects to ensure the enterprise architecture vision is achieved. They research and identify required architecture components and/or frameworks that may span multiple products or areas of technology and develop white papers on the most complex, functional architectural principles that have the highest impact and risk exposure to the organization. Principal Architects provide technical expertise on multiple areas of underlying technologies, platforms, and subject matter relating to product or infrastructure architecture. Principal Architects gather and analyze technical and industry-related trends and evaluate technological advances and various third-party products and tools. They ensure current technical assets are leveraged and set the architectural direction of future product offerings. They create models and conduct feasibility, cost/benefit, and risk analyses to make recommendations that support long-term product maintainability, reliability, scalability, while attempting to achieve and promote business objectives. During critical production or disaster events, Principal Architects partner with development teams to function as "think-tank" experts to resolve the most complex technical issues or business situations. Principal Architects are viewed as technical leaders and are sought out as the primary escalation point for the most complex architectural-related issues or decisions. Required Skills architecture Full or Part Time Full-Time Travel Requirements Minimal Working Hours or Shift 1st Shift (Days, M-F, 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm)2012-03-05 20:51:01United StatesDST SystemsConnecticut12008BRCTSouth Windsor, CT26932863http://jobs.dstsystems.com/xml/26932863/jobUSASouth WindsorJob Title Principal (Java) Architect Auto req ID 11878BR Company (Must match Job Code & Dept first 3 digit#) 104-DST Insurance Solutions, LLC Site Location South Windsor, Connecticut Job Description DST Insurance Solutions was formed in September 2010 to establish a best in class BPO and SaaS solution for the individual annuity and life market. DST IS is building Agile (scrum) teams to develop this Java-based system.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> We are currently hiring a Principal (Java) Architect for our South Windsor CT office. Principal Architects establish overall product and/or infrastructure architecture principles and provide oversight to project teams or other architects to ensure the enterprise architecture vision is achieved. They research and identify required architecture components and/or frameworks that may span multiple products or areas of technology and develop white papers on the most complex, functional architectural principles that have the highest impact and risk exposure to the organization. Principal Architects provide technical expertise on multiple areas of underlying technologies, platforms, and subject matter relating to product or infrastructure architecture. Principal Architects gather and analyze technical and industry-related trends and evaluate technological advances and various third-party products and tools. They ensure current technical assets are leveraged and set the architectural direction of future product offerings. They create models and conduct feasibility, cost/benefit, and risk analyses to make recommendations that support long-term product maintainability, reliability, scalability, while attempting to achieve and promote business objectives. During critical production or disaster events, Principal Architects partner with development teams to function as "think-tank" experts to resolve the most complex technical issues or business situations. Principal Architects are viewed as technical leaders and are sought out as the primary escalation point for the most complex architectural-related issues or decisions. Requirements for this position include: -A minimum of 8 years prior IT experience to include in a Software Developer /Software Architect role. - 6 + years previous experience in Object Oriented development (Java strongly preferred) -Must have industry related experience in Life and/or Annuity Insurance -Ability to travel @ 25% (Domestic and Internationally) Preferred experience to include: -Working knowledge of Agile methodology Required Skills Architecture Full or Part Time Full-Time Travel Requirements Minimal Working Hours or Shift Not Applicable2012-02-28 18:34:30United StatesDST SystemsConnecticut11878BRCTSouth Windsor, CT26811727http://jobs.dstsystems.com/xml/26811727/job