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Solutions for Today’s Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow’s Opportunities. Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership. INTRANET POSTING NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES OF FILING OF APPLICATION FOR PERMANENT ALIEN LABOR CERTIFICATION Pursuant to Section 20 C.F.R. 656.10(d), you are hereby notified that this notice is being provided as a result of the filing of an application for permanent alien labor certification for the relevant job opportunity described below: NAME OF EMPLOYER: William Blair & Company, LLC POSITION TITLE: Lead Software Development Analyst POSITION LOCATION: 150 N. Riverside Plaza, Chicago, IL 60606 JOB DESCRIPTION: Lead the design, modification, testing, implementation, and maintenance of firm software applications. Guide software developers in defining requirements, developing test cases, designing, implementing, and providing support for firm applications. Plan and oversee the execution of large-scale software development projects. Resolve escalated technical issues. Provide guidance to less experienced team members. Collaborate with business partners to develop a detailed understanding of their business needs and determine how software applications can facilitate their business operations or needs. Contribute to the long-term planning of firm applications throughout the software life cycle. Provide subject matter expertise on software development methodologies, tools, system architecture, usage, and functionality. Drive the achievement of key milestones and project objectives. Ensure that software development activities comply with firm standards and procedures. Coordinate the requirements definition and development of test cases for new applications and software modifications. Consult with software developers, IT infrastructure staff, and vendors to implement fixes. Develop and implement changes to procedures or methodologies to prevent future issues. Develop application specific business continuity and disaster recovery plans. Oversee testing and documentation of business continuity plans. Evaluate new technologies and vendors. Recommend direction based on holistic understanding of firm application needs. Monitor industry trends and external developments that may impact firm software application solutions. Ensure all activities follow applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 100% telecommuting permitted. REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field, plus 7 years of experience as a Software Developer or related occupation. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Writing and optimizing stored procedures; (2) Utilizing software development methodologies, specifically Agile, and best practices in code management and process; (3) Using Microsoft SQL and server services (including SSRS, SSIS, SSAS); (4) Managing IT project rollouts to end users; (5) Working with outside teams and senior management; and (6) Writing documentation to be consumed across teams and business units. RATE OF PAY: $153,317 per year BENEFITS: This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives. Our featured benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer paid short and long-term disability and life insurance; 401(k); profit sharing; paid time off; Maven family and fertility benefit; parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement); as well as other voluntary benefits. Any person may provide documentary evidence bearing on the application to the Certifying Officer of the U.S. Department of Labor at the following address: Certifying Officer U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Office of Foreign Labor Certification 200 Constitution Avenue, NW Room N-5311 Washington, DC 20210 Certifying Office E-mail: plc.atlanta@dol.gov Applicants who are interested in this position should email resume to HRImmigration@williamblair.com A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is based on several factors, including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and, if applicable, the location of the position. This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives. Our featured benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits. Salary Range $133,700—$160,000 USD About Our Firm William Blair strives to attract qualified candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and other strategic resource groups. We are committed to empowering our colleagues to deliver client success and engage in our communities. Our firm has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, continuing to deepen our expertise and relationships across asset classes and markets throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries. What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with colleagues who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We empower our people to bring their best thinking so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting williamblair.com. William Blair is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in employment practice because of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military service or on the basis of a physical or mental disability that is unrelated to the employee's ability to perform the duties of the job applied for. EOE m/f/d/v Be aware of hiring scams: William Blair has clear processes and guidelines with regards to recruiting. We do not request personal financial information in connection with an employment application nor does William Blair extend any employment offers without first conducting an interview through one of its registered offices. William Blair does not use instant messaging services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage as part of the recruiting or interviewing process. 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