Application Developer / Programmer Analyst

Appathon; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

UpSela Talent Solutions Inc. seeks an experienced Application Developer / Programmer Analyst to design, develop, implement, and support automated application systems that meet business needs.

The role involves collaborating with users, management and stakeholders, gathering requirements, evaluating systems, and delivering reliable software solutions, with opportunities to guide junior staff and participate in testing and deployments.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of application development, programming languages, coding practices, and application security.
• Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting software applications.
• Ability to develop test protocols, interpret technical documentation, and troubleshoot application issues.
• Understanding of technology trends and applicable requirements affecting business systems.
• Strong communication, documentation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate with technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes and user needs to define short- and long-term application requirements.
• Evaluate existing applications, available resources, and potential solutions; recommend system improvements.
• Design program logic, user interfaces, screen layouts, reports, and testing criteria for new or enhanced applications.
• Write, test, debug, document, and implement software programs.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications, technical designs, and development documentation.
• Coordinate and perform user acceptance, performance, regression, and integration testing; investigate and resolve defects.
• Participate in structured walkthroughs, technical reviews, and application evaluations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot application systems to support dependable operation and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support and training to end users and junior staff.
• Participate in technology planning, system integration, and application deployment.
• Coordinate multiple assignments and provide technical direction as needed.
• Attend the office regularly and travel as required.
• Perform related duties consistent with organizational policies and objectives.

Skills

Application development

Programming languages

Software testing

System design

Technical documentation

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Location

Job Type

40.00 - 50.00

Deadline

Not specified

Education

Associate Degree

Experience

About the Role

UpSela Talent Solutions Inc. is seeking an experienced Application Developer / Programmer Analyst (Information Systems Applications Specialist III) to plan, develop, implement, and support automated application systems that meet organizational business needs.

The successful candidate will collaborate with users, management, and stakeholders to gather requirements, evaluate existing systems, and deliver reliable software solutions. This role involves advanced application analysis and programming and may include coordinating project activities and providing technical guidance to junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes and user needs to define short- and long-term application requirements.
• Evaluate existing applications, available resources, and potential solutions; recommend system improvements.
• Design program logic, user interfaces, screen layouts, reports, and testing criteria for new or enhanced applications.
• Write, test, debug, document, and implement software programs.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications, technical designs, and development documentation.
• Coordinate and perform user acceptance, performance, regression, and integration testing; investigate and resolve defects.
• Participate in structured walkthroughs, technical reviews, and application evaluations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot application systems to support dependable operation and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support and training to end users and junior staff.
• Participate in technology planning, system integration, and application deployment.
• Coordinate multiple assignments and provide technical direction as needed.
• Attend the office regularly and travel as required.
• Perform related duties consistent with organizational policies and objectives.

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Completion of 12 semester hours in Computer Science or Management Information Systems at an accredited college or university, plus three years of experience in applications development and analysis; or
• Completion of at least 156 hours of vocational or technical education leading to certification in applications development, plus three years of relevant experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience, with one year of relevant applications development experience substituting for the required education, in addition to the required three years of experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge of application development, programming languages, coding practices, and application security.
• Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting software applications.
• Ability to develop test protocols, interpret technical documentation, and troubleshoot application issues.
• Understanding of technology trends and applicable requirements affecting business systems.
• Strong communication, documentation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate with technical and business teams.

This position primarily operates in an office environment with extended computer and telephone use and prolonged periods of sitting. Duties may also involve standing, walking, and occasional travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UpSela Talent Solutions Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Skills

ApplicationSupport InformationSystemsApplicationsSpecialis SoftwareDevelopment SoftwareTesting SystemsIntegration UserAcceptanceTesting