Systems Analyst Programmer

UPTC; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

UPTC in Metro Manila is seeking an experienced Systems Analyst Programmer to analyze business requirements, design system solutions, and develop and maintain applications using COBOL, DB2, Unix, SQL, and Java.

You will test, deploy, and document changes, provide production support, and collaborate with stakeholders across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in COBOL, DB2, Unix, SQL, and Java development.
• Experience across the SDLC and systems analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and prepare detailed program specifications.
• Design system solutions aligned with requirements.
• Develop, test, and implement applications per specifications.
• Identify test scenarios and perform unit, system, and integration testing.
• Support UAT and ensure functionality meets business needs.
• Investigate and resolve production issues and provide support.
• Handle deployment activities and end-user training.
• Create and maintain system, operations, and user documentation.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders and managers.

Skills

COBOL

DB2

Unix

SQL

Java

SDLC

Systems Analysis

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

MS Office

Lotus Notes

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Systems Analyst Programmer with strong expertise in COBOL, DB2, Unix, SQL, and Java. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing business requirements, designing system solutions, developing and maintaining applications, conducting testing, and providing production support.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and prepare detailed program specifications for medium to complex systems and modules

• Design system solutions that align with business and technical requirements

• Develop, enhance, test, and implement applications based on approved specifications

• Identify test scenarios and execute unit, system, and integration testing

• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and ensure system functionality meets business requirements

• Investigate and resolve production issues, providing timely application support

• Perform deployment activities, including system installation, program promotion, and end-user training

• Create and maintain system, operations, and user documentation

• Provide regular project updates and status reports to stakeholders and project managers

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in COBOL, DB2, and Unix development, including programming, systems analysis, design, and testing

• 5+ years of SQL experience

• 5+ years of Java development experience

• 5+ years of experience working across the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

• Experience in Systems Analysis and Design

• Ability to understand and interpret Technical Specification Documents

• Proficient in MS Office and Lotus Notes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Client-focused with excellent interpersonal skills