Technology Transformation Developer II

<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span class="emphasis-3">Job Description Summary</span></p>As a Technology Transformation Developer II working at Taylor Morrison’s Financial Services, you operate at the intersection of technology and business operations — configuring platforms, supporting integrations, and solving problems that have real downstream impact on how loans are closed. You are a contributing member of the Technology Transformation team, partnering closely with the Developer III, Lead, Manager, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver solutions that scale with our growing operation. You execute medium-complexity work independently and collaborate with senior team members on more complex initiatives.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span class="emphasis-3"><b>Job Details</b></span></p><p><span class="emphasis-3"><b>What You’ll Do</b></span></p><p><b>Platform Optimization & Technical Delivery</b></p><ul><li>Independently configure, enhance, and maintain Encompass across personas, business rules, input forms, workflows, compliance settings, and eFolder configurations.</li><li>Execute medium-complexity system transformation tasks focused on scalability, efficiency, and platform evolution.</li><li>Support integrations between Encompass and systems such as LoanVision, SoftPro, Halo, and other mortgage technology vendors under the technical direction of senior team members.</li><li>Evaluate existing workflows and configurations to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities, recommending solutions for review.</li><li>Contribute to system performance assessments across Dev/Test/Prod environments.</li></ul><p><b>Project Execution & Implementation</b></p><ul><li>Contribute to full-cycle Encompass implementations from requirements through post-go-live validation.</li><li>Develop and maintain functional and technical specifications for system enhancements you own.</li><li>Coordinate testing activities, build test cases, and validate results before production releases.</li><li>Execute SOX-compliant release processes including approvals, validation evidence, and deployment documentation.</li></ul><p><b>Cross-Functional Collaboration</b></p><ul><li>Partner with mortgage operations, underwriting, closing, secondary markets, and leadership to translate pain points into technical solutions.</li><li>Collaborate with Taylor Morrison IT and external vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time and to specification.</li><li>Participate in Agile ceremonies and maintain accurate task tracking in Jira.</li><li>Communicate clearly, proactively, and with appropriate urgency across technical and non-technical audiences.</li></ul><p><b>Data, Analysis & Quality</b></p><ul><li>Analyze datasets to identify data quality issues, root causes, and actionable insights.</li><li>Validate data flows between systems and support business reporting in collaboration with Analytics (including Power BI support when needed).</li><li>Maintain detailed documentation, SOPs, and knowledge bases to support long-term organizational learning.</li></ul><p><b>Support & Mentorship</b></p><ul><li>Troubleshoot platform issues and resolve or escalate based on complexity and risk.</li><li>Monitor integration health, scheduled jobs, and key technical processes across platforms.</li><li>Provide informal guidance to Developer I team members on tickets, configuration patterns, and SOX documentation expectations.</li><li>Ensure continuity and reliability of mortgage technology systems through structured problem-solving and careful change execution.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3"><b>Sound Like You?</b></span></p><p>You might be just who we’re looking for if you have…</p><ul><li>2–4 years of experience in mortgage systems administration, business systems, or technology implementation.</li><li>1–2+ years of hands-on Encompass experience required — configuration, workflow optimization, admin functions, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Exposure to integrations between Encompass and systems such as LoanVision, SoftPro, or Halo preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with data concepts and scripting (SQL, JSON, XML, or basic development languages).</li><li>Experience working in SOX-controlled or regulated environments preferred.</li><li>ICE Mortgage Technology Encompass Administrator Certification preferred (or active progress toward it).</li><li>Strong project execution skills across planning, testing, documentation, and delivery.</li><li>Proactive, analytical, and process driven, with a strong focus on understanding and exceeding the expectations of the customer</li><li>Strong customer focus with the ability to set and manage expectations</li><li>Proficient in using communication tools such as phone and computer, including Microsoft Suite</li><li>Ability to manage key timeframes and strict deadlines</li><li>Deliver outstanding customer service through clear verbal and written communication, collaborating effectively with both internal and external customers</li></ul><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3"><b>FLSA Status: Exempt</b></span></p><p>Will have responsibilities such as:</p><ul><li>Office or non-manual work, which is directly related to management or general business operations</li><li>Act as a primary component of which involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance</li></ul><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3"><b>Essential Functions:</b></span></p><p><i>Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</i></p><ul><li>Remote opportunities available</li><li>Report to Division/Corporate Office/Community daily and adhere to schedule</li><li>Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device</li><li>Ability to have face to face conversations with customers, co-workers and higher-level manager</li><li>Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed</li><li>Ability to operate a motor vehicle if applicable</li><li>Comply with company policies and procedure</li></ul><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3"><b>Physical Demands:</b></span></p><ul><li>Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time</li></ul><p><i>*Taylor Morrison experience and/or successful completion of training program may override required education and/or experience requirement.</i></p><p>Job descriptions are not intended as, nor should be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job duties and responsibilities essential for making fair pay decisions about the job.</p><p>Taylor Morrison is an equal opportunity employer. Taylor Morrison does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of race, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion or veteran status.</p><p></p><p><span class="emphasis-3"><u><b>Benefits of Working With Taylor Morrison</b></u></span></p><p></p><p>We are looking for dedicated professionals that share our values of putting the customer - and their needs - first.  In addition to a great team atmosphere, career development and advancement opportunities, we offer full-time employees an extensive benefits package, to include:</p><p></p><ul><li>Competitive Compensation</li><li>Health Care - <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Medical/Dental/Visio​​n/Prescription​​</span> Drug Coverage</li><li>401(k) with Company Matching Contributions</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>Disability Programs</li><li>Employee & Dependent Life Insurance</li><li>Vacation & Company Holidays</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>Employee Home Purchase Rebate Program</li><li>Home Mortgage Program</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li></ul>

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