Senior Application Programmer

Beyond SOF; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Baton Rouge is seeking a skilled ETL Developer to manage data conversion projects. The role involves analyzing data requirements, developing SSIS modules, and ensuring data integrity. Candidates should possess strong SQL skills and experience in Agile methodologies. This position offers the opportunity to mentor state personnel and contribute to significant public sector IT projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in application development with ETL tools and SSIS.
• 2+ years in Agile/Scrum environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data conversion scope and strategy.
• Develop program modules using SSIS and validate data.
• Provide technical training and documentation.

Skills

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Tools

SSIS

SQL

GitHub

JIRA

Job description

The scope of the proposed services will include the following:
● Analyze and document the data conversion scope, approach, validated requirements, and the strategy for how the conversion will be performed.
● Map legacy data files and elements to the new system table(s) and columns. Mapping should include translation rules, foreign key rules, among other pertinent information.
● Work independently in developing program modules using SSIS ETL tool (SQL Server Integration Services) based on designs/storyboards
● Create and execute SQL Queries validating and analyzing data directly from various databases
● Execute team members’ SSIS programs and monitor runtimes
● Resolve SSIS program errors and program performance issues without assistance from team members
● Analyze/troubleshoot data integrity issue and data discrepancies
● Perform code reviews and testing on new code.
● Test conversion program modules to ensure accuracy
● Test how the converted data performs within the system
● Participates in all necessary team meetings and design sessions in accordance with Scrum ceremonies.
● Provide technical knowledge transfer, training, documentation, mentorship, and guidance to State personnel for all requested work.

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are mandatory:
● Three (3) plus years of expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas:
o Working in the application development field with experience using Extract Transform and Load (ETL) tools, development experience using SSIS and writing complex database SQL queries
o Working in a SQL server environment
o Creating and maintaining SQL server agents (SSA)
o Working in a relational database environment
● Two (2) plus years of experience working in an Agile / Scrum environment

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are desirable but not mandatory:
● Experience with the GitHub Version Control System, including branching strategies for complex systems
● Experience with conversion projects and processes strongly preferred
● Experience in identifying and addressing data quality issues
● Experience with large scale public sector IT projects
● Experience with JIRA
● Experience with mainframe systems and lotus notes applications
● Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting and interpersonal skills
● Strong verbal and written communication skills
● Strong attention to detail and accuracy
● Ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear manner
● Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills