Cobol/CICS Application Developer Dur: 6M+ Rate: Open Location: Long Beach, CA
Job Description:
Title:Cobol/CICS Application Developer
Location:Long Beach, California
Location:Long Beach, California
- We are looking for an Application Developer (CICS/COBOL) that would handle application development and support of a custom payroll and human resources system running on an IBM mainframe of our client, a large public school district.
- Principles, practices and techniques of database structures and computer programming inclient/server environments.
- Computer hardware systems, software applications, databases and programming languages utilized by the client such as COBOL, CICS, and DB2.
- User interface issues, navigation and computer software architecture.
- Documentation methods for programs, files and databases.
- Ability to:Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Create software and data specifications based on user objectives.
- Develop code in a consistent manner with proper supporting documentation.
- Write new and revised technical documentation to support software including manuals and user guides.
- Analyze and detect errors in data and program structure, logic and coding.
- Test and debug programs for accuracy and reliability.
- Design, modify and implement databases.
- Develop and provide individual and group training on application systems and related databases.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Create and utilize forms for data collection.
- Learn and transition to new technology quickly and easily.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
- Work independently with little direction.
- Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
- Adjust to changing priorities and work assignments.
- Bachelors degree in computer science or a closely related field.
- At least five years of experience in applications systems and database development,programming, testing, modification and maintenance.
- Accounting experience is a plus.
- Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desiredskills, knowledge or abilities may be considered.