Application Analyst

Application Coder/Developer

Hybrid - Must be local Contract to Hire – approx. 3 months based on performance

This job is for an application coder/developer. The applicant will need to have experience with programming languages. Examples: sql, html, Java, JavaScript, C# Knowledge of Oracle EBS,.net, OAF are a plus

Professional work that performs or assists in the planning, analysis and implementation of information technology systems. Consults with business users to determine technology/application system requirements. May provide technical advice and counsel to less experienced analysts.

Proficient – Working understanding of the required competencies, both proficient and advanced skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully apply them under general supervision. Proficient knowledge of:

• Information systems analysis, design, programming and installation.
• Programming languages and coding techniques.
• Computer hardware, software and data communications functionality and capability.
• Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) deliverables and tools.
• Basic process management, performance tracking and measurement tools.
• Information Technology Library Infrastructure (ITIL) framework and best practices.

Proficient skill in:

• Designing and developing seamless connections between systems.

Advanced skill in:

• Using the Technology Services change management process.
• Using and supporting various client based applications.
• Testing application installations, enhancements and upgrades.

Proficient ability to:

• Set priorities and establish a systematic course of action to ensure accomplishment of objectives on time and within budget.
• Deal with some ambiguity and make decisions with limited information.
• Exercise creativity and imagination in approaching assignments.
• Quickly grasp new ideas and concepts.
• Work well within a team and assist others with their assignments.
• Acquire and maintain basic knowledge of the business of Client and Technology Services products.
• Research and acquire knowledge of developing information technology trends and emerging technologies.
• Identify what issues need to be communicated and inform others.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers.
• Use advanced communication skills, orally and in writing, with users of varied backgrounds and experience.
• Follow through with commitments.

• Consults with internal customers to identify and analyze current operational processes and systems and assists in recommending technology solutions, hardware and software, that meet business goals.

• Participates in evaluating user requests to determine feasibility; estimate cost and time requirements; and assess compatibility with existing system configuration.

• Consults with users to map current operating procedures and clarify application objectives.

• Establishes decision matrix and procedures for system, job flow and database restoration.

• Coordinates work-arounds and recoveries.

• Installs and tests hardware and software and evaluates suitability and compatibility.

• Coordinates the implementation of programs, products, job flows, subsystems and databases.

• Monitors production systems and databases and initiates aversion, correction and restoration actions.

• Monitors accuracy, completeness, clarity, accessibility and timeliness of project and user documentation.

• Resolves operating problems, provides technical assistance and training to users in application enhancements and upgrades.

• Promulgates and enforces established technical and procedural standards.

• Plans, constructs or alters programs to support performance tracking.

• Assists in preparing documented proposals.

• Assists in managing vendor relationships.

• May assist with planning for the reengineering of existing applications, replacing inadequate applications and enhancing or expanding current applications.

• Assists in disaster recovery testing.

• Resolves escalated problems and refers new and unusual problems or situations to a higher level.

• Participates in ongoing training to continuously upgrade technical knowledge and skills.

• Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Development/Engineering or similar degree and two (2) years' experience in the specific discipline or application being recruited. OR Six (6) year combination of education, training and experience