Programmer Analyst II

Houston Community College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Houston is seeking a Programmer Analyst II to evaluate user requests and develop programs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, with significant experience in web-based environments and relational databases. This full-time position involves collaborating with analysts and end-users, implementing automated systems, and providing technical support. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate user request for new or modified programs.
• Collaborate with business analysts and end users.
• Formulate plan outlining steps to develop or alter program.
• Architect, build and implement end-user data access requirements.
• Develop/enhance automated processes and applications.
• Write documentation including flowcharts and diagrams.
• Troubleshoot code and data errors and run data traces.
• Assist business analyst in developing test cases.
• Provide technical assistance to end-users.

Skills

MS Office Programs

Information Management Systems

Project Management

Delivering High Quality Work

Accepting Responsibility

Serving Customers

Supporting Organizational Goals

Driving Continuous Improvement

Acting with Integrity

Thinking Critically

Managing Change

Communicating Effectively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

8 years work related experience may be considered in lieu of required degree

5 years combined experience programming and developing applications

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Evaluate user request for new or modified programs, to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current system and computer capabilities.
• Collaborate with business analysts and end users to identify current data access requirements and clarify software objectives.
• Formulate plan outlining steps required to develop or alter program, using structured analysis and design to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• Architect, build and implement end-user data access requirements.
• Develop/enhance automated processes and applications using appropriate tools.
• Write documentation including flowcharts and diagrams to describe program development, logic, coding, and corrections.
• Troubleshoot code and data errors and run data traces to diagnose and pinpoint problems and rewrite program to correct errors.
• Read manuals, periodicals and technical reports to become better informed of ways to develop programs and solutions to meet user requirements.
• Assist business analyst in developing test cases.
• May provide technical assistance to end-users.
• May monitor performance of program after implementation.
• Provide time accurate estimates on programming tasks.
• Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field required
• 8 years work related experience may be considered in lieu of required degree
• 5 years combined experience programming and developing applications in a web-based environment, relational database management systems, web development systems, and implementing automated information systems and leading projects from a technical perspective required

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs
• Information Management Systems
• Project Management
• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology and Education
• Industries: Information Services, Technology, Information and Media, and Higher Education