Publishing Sys Eng I

company•City of Utica, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Document Solutions team focuses on the design and creation of correspondence and transactional statements using various software programs. The Publishing Systems Engineer operates in a business analyst/document-generation specialist role as part of the Document Solutions team. This role focuses on programming within the various systems utilized by our Solutions Team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field. In lieu of Bachelor’s Degree, an Associate degree in Computer Science or Electronic Printing with two or more years’ experience in computer science, electronic publishing, or related field, or a combination of experience and education with programming.
Experience using Variable Data composition.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent proofreading skills, and ability to work well as part of a team.
Knowledgeable of publication layout and design.
Demonstrated creativity and competence in design techniques.
Familiarity with database structures: SQL, Oracle, DB2, or similar.
Familiarity with XML, SGML, HTML, or similar data structures.
Familiarity with JAVA and shell scripts, or other web programming language.
Familiarity with Control-D, Filenet, Alfresco. Similar systems considered.
Demonstrated proficiency in desktop publishing, word processing, and electronic office systems.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with all levels of internal staff and outside professionals.
Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize assignments, and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Good visual acuity, manual dexterity, and typing skills.
Demonstrated ability to “think outside the box.”
Ability to handle multiple projects and requests simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of integration tools such as HP Command Center, HP Exstream, Elixir Tango, GMC Inspire is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develops code; analyzes, researches, and resolves system issues for electronic publishing-related problems.
Creates, maintains, and follows all documented processes and standards.
Builds new and updates existing workflows and documents using xml and text data in variable data composition systems based on the requirements and functional specifications.
Documents functional specifications and solutions for work to be performed.
Develops or assists in the development of systems testing and implementation plans. Reviews test results to ensure compliance with design specifications.
Participates in business requirement planning and analysis sessions.
Identifies best practices and participates in creation of Organizational Standards.
Performs basic maintenance of document composition tools utilized at the Health Plan.
Participates in on-call production support rotation.
Consistently demonstrates high standards of integrity by supporting the Lifetime Healthcare Companies’ mission and values, adhering to the Corporate Code of Conduct, and leading to the Lifetime Way values and beliefs.
Maintains high regard for member privacy in accordance with the corporate privacy policies and procedures.
Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
Performs other functions as assigned by management.