Application Associate

About this role

Job Type:

Full time   Exempt/Non Exempt:  

Salary Job Description:

  Location Details:  Remote Location.

Position Schedule / Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Position Summary: Serves as a team member in designing, developing, implementing, and/or supporting moderately complex distributed or web-based information systems.  Supports project tasks and codes and test programs and develops system documentation (e.g.; structure charts, screen designs, data flow diagrams, file layouts, report layouts, and job run descriptions) in accordance with IS standards.  

Key Responsibilities: • Supports the design, development, implementation, testing, and maintenance of moderately complex web-based and distributed applications, while contributing to project deliverables, coding, system testing, and technical documentation in accordance with established IT standards.

Qualifications:

Required

Education (include minimum education and any licensing/certifications): • College coursework in Computer Science or Information Systems

Experience: • Distributed, and/or web-based system development • Programming languages (e.g., COBOL II, J2E) • Database management systems (e.g., IMS DB, DB2, Oracle, SQL Server, Access) • Web development (HTML) • PC fundamental tools (MS Office

Knowledge and Skills: • Structured systems analysis, design, programming and testing • Mainframe and/or distributed computing fundamentals and concepts • Systems operation practices • Analyze business problems • Demonstrating strong analytical and investigative ability • Communicate effectively in a business setting • Evaluate information systems and understand the inter-dependencies between components • Troubleshoot and resolve problems in a test, development or production environment • Write procedures and technical materials • Perform a variety of concurrent activities effectively

Preferred • Bachelor’s degree in UI/UX Design, Human-Centered Design, Interaction Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may also be considered. • Coursework, internship, academic project, volunteer, or professional experience related to user interface design, user experience design, or digital product design. • Portfolio or work samples demonstrating skills such as wireframing, prototyping, visual design, user research, or designing web or mobile experiences. • Familiarity with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or similar tools. • Basic understanding of user-centered design, usability, responsive design, information architecture, accessibility, or design systems. • Ability to gather feedback and translate user or business needs into clear design concepts. • Ability to communicate design ideas and collaborate with business partners, developers, product teams, and other stakeholders. • Familiarity with Agile, iterative design, or software and product development methodologies.

F LEX WORK IN WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is currently able to work remotely from a home office location for day-to-day operations unless occasional travel for meetings, collaborative activities, or team building activities is specified by leadership. This is subject to change based on amendments and/or modifications to the ACG Flex Work policy.

Compensation & Benefits Overview: ACG complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding required benefits (including PTO, paid sick leave, etc.).

Compensation

Application Associate  will earn a competitive annual salary of $57,000 - $62,000 with annual bonus potential, based on performance.

Benefits

At ACG, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

Health & Wellness • Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility. • Prescription drug coverage. • Dental and vision benefits. • Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services).  

Financial Protection & Insurance • Company-paid basic life insurance. • Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage. • Short-term and long-term disability coverage. • Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.  

Retirement & Savings • 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. • 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax. • Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting. • Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.  

Time Off & Leave • Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment. • Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements. • Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month. • Paid Holidays: • Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Holidays vary by business unit schedules. • Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays. Holidays vary by business unit schedules. • Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.

Career Growth & Education • Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG). • Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs. • Opportu

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