Application Development Analyst (WebFocus, JCL, SQL, IBM DB2, data governance, data reports)

MVP Consulting Plus; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Application Development Analyst to enhance their financial reporting systems. In this role, you will analyze existing Focus programs and WebFocus reports, collaborating with management to devise effective remediation strategies. Your expertise in Tibco Mainframe Focus and WebFocus will be crucial as you convert queries to T-SQL and optimize reports based on evolving business needs. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to data governance and improve financial data models in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for data analysis and a knack for problem-solving, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Tibco Mainframe Focus or WebFocus.
• Strong SQL skills with IBM DB2 database management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and document specifications for Focus programs and WebFocus reports.
• Work with management to develop remediation strategies for reports.

Skills

Tibco Mainframe Focus

WebFocus

SQL

IBM DB2

Analytical Thinking

Data Governance

Job Control Language (JCL)

Job description

FLDOT-1250

Primary Job Duties/Tasks

Duties of the selected candidate will include, but not be limited to:

• Analyze current Focus programs and WebFocus reports and document the specifications for these programs and reports.
• Work with management to develop an overall remediation strategy for all Focus programs and reports.
• Analyze existing reports and work with business users to determine how these reports can be improved based on current business needs.
• Read and document WebFocus and Mainframe Focus queries and convert them to T-SQL queries.
• Work with database administrators from the Office of Information Technology to create database views and stored procedures that will facilitate the remediation of WebFocus reports.
• Update Focus programs to encapsulate chart of account changes mandated by Florida PALM.
• Update WebFocus Reports to encapsulate chart of account changes mandated by Florida PALM.
• Convert Focus mainframe programs using mainframe flat files as a data source to use database tables instead.
• Analyze financial data and make recommendations to improve the data model of financial systems.
• Provide administration of the WebFocus environment for the dedicated PALM remediation environment.
• Perform knowledge transfer with technical staff of the office of the Comptroller.

Experience
Candidate MUST have a minimum of 2 years' experience in Tibco Mainframe Focus or WebFocus.

Application Development Analyst:
Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The submitted candidate must be able to apply common knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

• Experience developing programs in mainframe Focus
• Experience developing processes and reports in WebFocus
• Familiarity with IBM mainframe and Job Control Language (JCL)
• Strong SQL skills and experience with the IBM DB2 relational database management system
• Well versed in data governance best practices
• Experience creating reports presenting financial data such as general ledger data, purchasing data, or revenue data
• Analytical thinking for creating relevant data reports based on end user requirements
• Understanding of how to implement solutions with multiple data sources