Vanatage/wmA Developer at DXC Technology

Nova Scotia, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurance, Information TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science) or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Typically 6+ years of relevant work experience in Life Insurance & Annuities IT
  • Minimum of 5+ years in DXC IP Vantage or wmA
  • Proficiency in 1 or more software languages and development methodologies
  • Strong programming and debugging skills
  • Experience in a leadership or mentoring capacity
  • Familiarity with software development methodologies and best practices
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Willingness to learn and grow in a leadership role
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Other Qualifications (Preferred)
  • Advanced degree in a related field
  • Relevant certifications or training
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with a large insurance client across all stages of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, maintenance, version upgrades, conversions, and migrations
  • Take ownership of role by driving process improvements, implementing best practices, sharing knowledge, and fostering continuous learning
  • Represent DXC in front of the client, leveraging understanding of their needs to deliver robust, clean, and scalable solutions
  • Support a team of software engineers in development of software products and solutions, providing guidance, code reviews, and technical support
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and ensure successful delivery of software projects
  • Assist in professional growth and mentorship of team members through feedback, coaching, and career development planning
  • Contribute to execution of software engineering strategy, participating in strategic discussions and technology assessments
  • Manage project tasks and assignments, prioritizing and planning work to meet project goals
  • Monitor project timelines, resource allocation, and budgets to ensure efficient project execution
  • Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues as they arise
  • Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team

Skills

wmA
Vantage
Requirements Gathering
Software Design
Development
Testing
Maintenance
Version Upgrades
Conversions
Migrations

DXC Technology

IT services for enterprise modernization and management

About DXC Technology

DXC Technology provides IT services to large enterprises, focusing on modernizing their critical systems and operations. The company uses the Enterprise Technology Stack to enhance IT infrastructure, optimize data architectures, and ensure security across various cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid. DXC operates on a contractual basis, offering consulting, system integration, and managed services to help clients improve their IT operations. What sets DXC apart from competitors is its strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and corporate responsibility, which has earned it recognition as one of the Most Responsible Companies. The goal of DXC Technology is to be a trusted partner for enterprises, helping them achieve scalable and secure IT solutions while promoting inclusion and diversity within its workforce.

McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$14.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Emerging IT service providers offer cost-effective solutions, threatening DXC's market share.
Rapid technological changes may outpace DXC's innovation, risking service obsolescence.
Economic downturns could reduce IT spending, impacting DXC's long-term contract revenue.

Differentiation

DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 global IT services leader.
The company specializes in modernizing mission-critical systems for large enterprises.
DXC's Enterprise Technology Stack ensures security and scalability across cloud environments.

Upsides

DXC is recognized as a leader in the 2024 Magic Quadrant for Outsourced Digital Workplace Services.
The Quercus AI platform collaboration with Ferrovial and Microsoft enhances DXC's innovation capabilities.
DXC's role in transforming Italy's healthcare sector showcases its expertise in digital transformation.

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