Programming Blood Bank

Job Overview

Provide technical and analytical support in the design, development, maintenance, and reporting of database and software applications ranging from medium to high complexity. Participate in the review of implementation and code audits of released systems. Work closely with the Program Manager and Technical Lead on the implementation of system functionality.
This role is local to Clearwater, Florida

• Responsible for the selection and development of components required to implement application functionality
• Understand complex concepts and relationships by analyzing problems from different points of view
• Review completed projects or computer programs to ensure that goals are met and that programs are compatible with other programs already in use
• Apply broad knowledge and experience to address critical issues
• Assist the user in resolving computer-related problems
• Keep abreast of new technology
• Maintain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the applications and implementation technology
• Assist in system-level testing. Develop and execute routine test plans
• Analyze test results and make appropriate decisions to ensure the routine functions as specified
• Adhere to coding standards
• Comply with all approved procedures, directives, and guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

• BS in Computer Science or BS in Engineering

• 2-5 years of experience in system development, including a minimum of 1 year in large project detail design, implementation, and delivery
• Good understanding of modern methodology, object-oriented preferred
• Previous hands‑on involvement in system development
• Must be familiar with distributed systems and have practical experience in application detail design using modern middleware
• Display proficiency with one of the modern development tools and operating systems such as IBM AIX, MS Windows XP or/Vista, MS Visual Studio, Eclipse, Net Beans, Tomcat, JBoss, Oracle Application Server
• Coding experience using one of the following languages: C# (with .NET), Java, C++, C, SQL
• Good knowledge of database concepts and implementation techniques

• Knowledge of Unix OS
• Knowledge of Java and SQL
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
  
  Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to define priorities and respond accordingly in a rapidly changing environment
• Must use initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently without specific instruction