Senior ALC Developer PART TIME

Maximus; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 76,000 - 109,000; Part time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Sr. ALC Programmer to support the IRS IO&A project. This part-time, remote role expects about 20 hours per week, and a current MBI clearance is preferred.

The Sr. ALC Programmer will handle analysis, design and development tasks, maintain source code, and conduct testing and debugging as needed. The role requires IBM ALC experience in a Z/OS environment and strong collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• - Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 7+ years of experience; substitute allowed.
• - Experience with IBM ALC programming language in a Z/OS environment.
• - Experience with IBM JCL.
• - Ability to obtain/maintain IRS MBI clearance; US citizenship or green card for 3+ years.
• - Strong verbal and written communication; client support experience.
• - Familiarity with federal information security policies and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to architecture, system design, and development planning.
• Develop high-impact software components and ensure cross-team alignment.
• Troubleshoot complex, multi-component issues with deep analysis.
• Recommend improvements in development methodologies and tools.
• Provide technical leadership and code review for quality delivery.
• Collaborate with QA, DevOps, Product, and Security on strategy.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Client support

Management liaison

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Organizational skills

Information security knowledge

MBI clearance eligibility

US citizen or GPR requirement

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Tools

TSO

File Manager

ISPF

Endevor

IBM utilities including De-Bug

Job description

Maximus is a trusted federal partner supporting the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in delivering essential services that help taxpayers navigate and meet their tax obligations. Through innovative solutions, operational excellence, and a commitment to public service, we help the IRS enhance efficiency, improve customer experiences, and strengthen mission outcomes.

Joining Maximus means becoming part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization where teamwork, accountability, and professional growth are central to our culture. We invest in our employees through training, professional development, and career advancement opportunities, empowering our teams to deliver meaningful results while supporting one of the nation's most important public service missions.

This part-time position is contingent upon contract award and position availability and is expected to require approximately 20 hours per week. A current MBI is preferred.

Maximus is seeking a Sr. Assembler Language Computer (ALC) Programmer to support our Internal Revenue Service (IRS) IO&A project.

The Sr. ALC Programmer will provide program analysis, design and development support, maintain source code and modify and/or upgrade code, and conduct testing and debugging, as necessary.

This role is remote, and candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to technical architecture, system design, and strategic development planning.
• Develop complex, high-impact software components and ensure architectural alignment across teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system-wide, multi-component issues using deep analysis and innovative solutioning.
• Champion (using your preferred verb alternatives) improvements in development methodologies, tools, standards, and processes.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, guidance, and oversight to development teams; review work of others and ensure quality delivery.
• Collaborate across functions (QA, DevOps, Product, Security) to define and execute integrated technical strategies.

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create, update, test, and maintain IBM ALC programs.
• Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure that they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
• Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
• Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
• Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
• Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer.
• Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, adding comments to software application code so others can understand the program.
• Prepare and maintain detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.
• Work with CSA’s (Computer Systems Analysts) to define and resolve problems in running computer programs.

Minimum Requirements

'- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required. An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for degree.
• At least seven (7) years of related experience required.
• Experience with IBM ALC programming language in a Z/OS environment.
• Experience with IBM Job Control Language (JCL).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in client support.
• Ability to interface with all levels of management.
• Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Excellent time management, scheduling and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well independently or in a team setting.
• Knowledge of federal information security policies, standards, procedures, directives, and risk management processes.
• Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus).
• Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for at least three (3) years, and Federal Tax compliant.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• At least eight (8) years of related experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work well independently or in a team setting.
• Preferred qualifications and experience include: experience with TSO, File Manager, ISPF, Endevor, and IBM utilities including De-Bug; experience with IRS Corporate Systems.

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Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Minimum Salary

$55.3

Maximum Salary

$79.32