Description

Job Summary:

The programmer/analyst is responsible for analyzing business processes and implementing code following guidance from stake holders. Review and evaluate existing code and take corrective action where needed to ensure correct application of business logic. The programmer/analyst works closely with department leaders and designates to define and improve services provided by data processing.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Analysis and programming for projects assigned
• Provide programming services (emergencies, questions, documentation, meetings)
• Participate in business/service improvement activities
• Timeliness and accuracy in providing programming and analysis of projects.
• Create libraries of routines and utilities
• Write programs using RPG III, RPG IV and/or RPGILE syntax and code to create objects, reports, forms, menus, dialogue boxes, macros, procedures, and other items for use with a database system
• Debug programs and troubleshoot problems with existing systems
• Retest programs after making changes
• Keep up with changing programming trends in the field of RPG and modernization
• Maintain database documentation and integrity
• Maintain and improve company EDI systems
• Resolve daily issues in IBMi system (code)
• Work with IBMi System Administrator to aid in systems operations
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Highly skilled in RPG III and RPG IV
• Highly skilled in use of SQL
• Experienced in development and maintenance of EDI systems
• Experienced in batch processing and conversion to interactive processing
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge of programming practices and techniques, especially in designing, coding, testing and debugging applications, including the ability to write code that is efficient, easy to read and maintainable
• Proven understanding of relational database concepts and principles
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Minimum of AAS degree in computer science or equivalent experience
• Minimum of eight years of RPG and related programming experience required
• Proficient in EDI systems programming and maintenance desired
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.