Senior ALC Developer

We are seeking a part-time Sr. Assembler Language Computer (ALC) Programmer to provide expertise to our Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Master File (MF) project. The Sr. ALC Programmer will provide program analysis, design and development support, maintain source code and modify and/or upgrade code, and conduct testing and debugging, as necessary.

Location of work is remote from home.

This is a Part-time position and will average approximately 30 hours a week.


• Create, update, test, and maintain IBM ALC programs
• Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure that they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct
• Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment
• Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic
• Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements
• Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes
• Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer
• Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, adding comments to software application code so others can understand the program
• Prepare and maintain detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language
• Work with CSA’s (Computer Systems Analysts) to define and resolve problems in running computer programs

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required. An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for degree
• At least eight (8) years of related experience required
• Experience with IBM ALC programming language in a Z/OS environment
• Experience with IBM Job Control Language (JCL)
• Extensive experience with IRS Individual Returns Masterfile (IMF and/or Business Master File (BMF)), and other IRS Tax processing systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated success in client support
• Ability to interface with all levels of management
• Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision and guidance
• Excellent time management, scheduling and organizational skills
• Ability to work well independently or in a team setting
• Preferred qualifications and experience include: experience with TSO, File Manager, ISPF, Endevor, and IBM utilities including De-Bug

Additional Requirements as per contract/client:
• Candidates must have held an active IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance within the past 2 years.
• Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for 3 years, and be Federal Tax compliant

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of software solutions that will meet or exceed business requirements; the development effort includes designing and implementing modules to the system specifications, conducting unit testing, troubleshooting issues and producing detailed proposals to resolve issues.
- May evaluate new coding techniques, tools, modules, and implementation as appropriate.
- Lead and mentor entry and mid-level developers.
- Consult on requirements elicitation and definition.
- Design software solutions per systems requirements.
- Code software solutions per designs.
- Code reviews, unit test, and integrate coded modules.
- Assist other developers in resolving issues by providing guidance and training.
- Support testing and remediate defects.
- Support users through troubleshooting and analysis of production logs and data.
- Investigate new solutions, tools, products, and techniques to incorporate into coding standards.

Minimum Requirements:
- Requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years with a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience.
- Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision and guidance.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.

- Part-Time Worker Job Profile.

 

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