Configuration Engineer POST NUMBER: 435573

Summary:
We are looking for a talented Configuration Engineer with a solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and hands-on experience with tools such as Jira. This position involves tailoring and configuring software applications to meet business needs while collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality solutions. The role requires onsite work at our Durham, NC location three days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configuration Management:
  • Oversee and maintain software configurations throughout the SDLC.
  • Apply best practices for version control and code management.
• Software Customization:
  • Adapt and configure software applications to meet specific business objectives.
  • Diagnose and resolve configuration-related issues while keeping documentation up to date.
• Testing & Quality Assurance:
  • Conduct functional and non-functional testing to identify and address defects.
  • Collaborate with development teams to resolve bugs and improve software reliability.
  • Manage and prepare test data as needed.
• Tool Management:
  • Administer development tools like Jira, ensuring they are optimized for efficiency.
  • Offer technical support and guidance to tool users.
• Continuous Learning:
  • Stay informed about emerging software technologies and industry trends.
  • Quickly adapt to new tools and technologies, enhancing knowledge and skills proactively.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Partner with developers, QA, and product teams to clarify requirements and ensure cohesive development and testing strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in software or IT configuration.
• Solid understanding of SDLC processes and methodologies.
• Strong SQL skills and proficiency with Jira; familiarity with Agile testing tools like Xray is beneficial.
• Experience with tools like AnnuityNet, FireLight, or Affirm (DTCC order entry systems) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Background in the insurance industry is preferred but not required.

Position Details:

• Full-time, salaried role (DOE) with a comprehensive benefits package.
• We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage those with non-traditional career paths to apply.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.