Configuration Specialist

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Configuration Specialist

The ideal candidate should have experience translating business requirements into system configurations, working with web-based applications, and performing both manual and automated quality assurance testing.

The Configuration Specialist will work as part of an Agile team and must possess strong analytical and communication skills. This individual will play a critical role in planning, implementing, and testing user stories in close collaboration with Risk Analysts and other Agile team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop subject matter expertise in underwriting decision trees and related configurations.
• Collaborate with Agile team members to understand requirements and provide estimates for configuration and testing.
• Build and maintain configuration logic in the Decision Engine based on user stories and business needs.
• Create and execute test cases to validate configurations, ensuring output meets expectations.
• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Provide production support and perform root cause analysis as needed.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong ability to interpret abstract business requirements and translate them into

  user stories

  .
• Experience with

  underwriting policies

  is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with

  testing system configurations

  and

  web applications

  .
• Working knowledge of

  flow charts

  and

  process documentation

  .
• Excellent

  analytical, problem-solving

  , and

  interpersonal skills

  .
• Demonstrated ability to learn business processes and contribute as a key team member.
• Ability to conduct

  detailed issue investigations

  and

  root cause analyses

  , including

  reviewing decision journals

  .
• Proficiency in writing and modifying

  basic SQL queries

  .

• Knowledge

  of JavaScript for use in configuration logic is a plus.
• Prior experience as a junior developer or technical analyst is beneficial.