Focus System Software Programmer

360 IT Professionals Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Job summary

360 IT Professionals Inc. is seeking a Focus System Software Programmer for a 12-month contract in Tallahassee, Florida. The role requires expertise in FOCUS and Web FOCUS programming, SQL, and maintaining existing applications. Candidates should have a strong background in systems analysis and have the ability to independently resolve technical issues.

The position offers group health insurance and requires passing drug and background checks. Ideal candidates will have a degree in accounting or finance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of systems analysis/programming experience, especially with FOCUS and SQL.
• Ability to maintain and analyze computing applications.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Review and document FOCUS and Web FOCUS programs.
• Plan and coordinate technical analysis and remediation of issues.
• Prepare complex program specifications and test plans.

Skills

FOCUS and Web FOCUS programming

SQL

Technical documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Accounting or Financial related degree

Job description

We are focused on imparting effective business staffing services through high level cost effective solutions. We have a strong foundation built on legacy and emerging technologies, including excellent track record of on-time delivery. We are leaders in providing additional custom IT Services with a proficient approach towards development of emerging mobile-based applications and web based application development. We are emerging as one of the largest private talent sourcing and management firms in the US.

Our client - one of the leading ICT for development - ICT4D - organization, providing low cost solutions using ICT to tackle poverty and to overcome disadvantage, working closely with local communities seeks an accomplished Focus System Software Programmer.

Job Description

Position: Focus System Software Programmer

Duration: 12 Months contract

FOCUS System Software Programmer

MUST HAVE:

• 5+ years of systems analysis/programming experience, with specific emphasis in:
  • FOCUS and Web FOCUS programming
  • Data access methods using FOCUS Masters
  • Structured Query Language (SQL)
• Skill in coding with FOCUS and Web FOCUS programs and access methods using FOCUS Masters and Structured Query Language (SQL)
• Ability to review FOCUS and Web FOCUS programs and determine and document business rules/logic addressed and database actions included
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of maintaining existing computing applications
• Knowledge of relational database theories and concepts
• Knowledge of the Florida Accounting Information Resource (FLAIR) system, including transaction type details and interfacing methods
• Knowledge of mainframe computer systems and supporting software such as Customer Information Control System (CICS), Time Sharing Option (TSO), Job Control Language (JCL) and Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF)
• Ability to work independently in the technical analysis, evaluation and resolution of custom-written computer application production issues or problems, with little or no assistance, and to make decisions and recommendations to remediate those issues or problems
  • Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and prioritize work assignments for him/herself or lower level analysts
  • Skill in accurately estimating time requirements for computer programming tasks in a computer application maintenance environment
  • Ability to work effectively with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Data Analysts, and Technical Architects to build efficient, viable solutions in the maintenance of business applications utilizing all established departmental standards
  • Ability to analyze processes and workflows to design efficient information solutions
  • Ability to prepare complex computer program specifications
  • Ability to prepare computer program test plans and to create test databases and test environments
  • Ability to interact and collaborate directly with customers, technical staff, and management
  • Skill in interpreting and communicating technical information both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to develop and manage technical documentation in accordance with the Department's standards
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Experience working on accounting and financial computing applications and monitoring complex interfaces with external systems

NICE TO HAVE:

• Accounting or Financial related degree
• Skill in coding and debugging applications using web based and object oriented programming languages
• Ability to translate between Mainframe based technologies to .Net
• Skill in data conversion techniques, data cleansing approaches and validating data relationship
• Knowledge of federal authorization and reimbursement computer systems, including interfacing methods

Additional Information

We also offer group health insurance. Candidates that are offered a position are required to pass pre-employment drug and background screening.