Senior Systems Programmer
About The Position
This person will be responsible for designing, installing, programming, and maintaining complex system software. Major responsibilities of the role are: 1. Maintain up-to-date knowledge about systems software supplied by the manufacturer. 2. Analyze current system software; proposed modifications; and new software for impact on installation problems, standards, and procedures. 3. Implement new systems software and modifications without adverse effect on current production and testing and with minimal impact on systems under development. 4. Establish standards for development, maintenance, and use of software. 5. Identify requirements for customized software and directing the acquisition or development of appropriate packages. 6. Create and follow procedures to ensure that software within the environment remains up to date and secure. 7. Evaluate performance of software and initiate actions for improvements. 8. Advise other teams regarding the resources required for projects during planning. 9. Plan and conduct training courses for junior staff members, as well as staff from other teams as needed.
Requirements
- Four-year degree and at least eight years IS Experience including four years in Systems Programming. OR Two-year technical degree and at least ten years IS experience including four years in Systems Programming. OR Equivalent combination of education and experience including four years in Systems Programming.
- Thorough knowledge of the design, programming, installation, and maintenance of computer software, training techniques, and the establishment of software standards.
- Experience with zSeries software including z/OS, CICS, and DB2.
- Experience working with and administering Linux systems on Z (z/VM & KVM).
- Ability to plan and use time wisely.
- Ability to communicate, solve problems, and write clear instructions.
- z/OS
- ibm z/os operating systems
- zSeries
- CICS
- DB2
- Linux
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge or experience with AT-TLS is beneficial.
- Knowledge or experience with BMC Control-M is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge about systems software supplied by the manufacturer.
- Analyze current system software; proposed modifications; and new software for impact on installation problems, standards, and procedures.
- Implement new systems software and modifications without adverse effect on current production and testing and with minimal impact on systems under development.
- Establish standards for development, maintenance, and use of software.
- Identify requirements for customized software and directing the acquisition or development of appropriate packages.
- Create and follow procedures to ensure that software within the environment remains up to date and secure.
- Evaluate performance of software and initiate actions for improvements.
- Advise other teams regarding the resources required for projects during planning.
- Plan and conduct training courses for junior staff members, as well as staff from other teams as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
