Job Description

Business Systems Developer - Hybrid in Detroit/Lewisville, TX/Jacksonville, FL - Contract to Hire/W2 Only!

*There are no Corp-to-Corp options or Visa Sponsorship available for this position*

Optomi, in partnership with a market leader in the finance sector, is seeking a Business Systems Developer for a hybrid position out of one of their offices in Detroit, Lewisville TX, or Jacksonville FL. This candidate will serve as a key analytical and procedural expert, focusing on strategy, rules configuration, and software implementation to support the company’s auto lending business. This candidate will leverage technical expertise, with a strong emphasis on large-scale system configurations within Loan Origination and Decision Engine Systems. The role will require close collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders, including business operations, IT, Risk, Finance/Pricing, Analytical Modeling, and Product Management teams, to ensure the accurate implementation of business requirements.

What the right candidate will enjoy:

• Flexible work schedule!
• Contributing to critical business applications!
• Gaining experience with cutting-edge technologies on enterprise-level platforms!
• Long-term career opportunity!

Experience of the right candidate:

• College degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Business Information Systems (BIS), Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong experience with rule-based configuration tools (e.g., Defi LOS, FICO DMP) or coding languages and tools (e.g., SQL, Snowflake, Postman).
• Experience with Python or Java preferred (Python is the most desirable language for this role).
• Familiarity with Groovy, Pentaho, and the creation of APIs is strongly preferred.
• Experience with database management platforms (e.g., Snowflake) is a must.
• Postman for unit testing is a plus.
• Strong understanding of auto finance, loan origination processes, or business loan management is preferred.
• Comfort with Agile methodologies and a strong understanding of their application in software development and system configuration.
• Proficient in mathematical concepts such as percentages, calculations, and linear equations.
• Interest in learning financial concepts, including P&L calculations, amortization schedules, basic interest rates, and pro-forma models.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Visio, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Access).
• Familiarity with industry-standard configuration tools like FICO Originations Manager or Decision Management Platform is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills to resolve system and process issues, with the ability to quickly understand new requirements and deliver system solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey changes clearly and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of strong data background with experience in SQL, Snowflake, and related technologies.
• Experience in business systems configuration and software implementation, especially in a finance or auto lending environment.
• Experience with unit testing and debugging tools such as Postman.
• Ability to understand both technical and business aspects of complex systems and bridge the gap between them.

Responsibilities of the right candidate:

• Review project, policy, program, and system documents to understand requirements and propose potential solutions.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to clarify project requirements and schedule system changes.
• Identify necessary changes to company's systems and proactively address any issues.
• Complete system configuration changes within established procedures, ensuring risk mitigation is always prioritized.
• Support internal testing efforts with subject matter expertise and leadership in testing strategy.
• Contribute to the rollout and verification of significant business system changes.
• Work with multiple stakeholders to identify necessary system changes and assess the impact on core business operations.

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