Software Developer III (COBOL)

Socket.dev; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western & Southern Financial Group is looking for a programmer to research, design, and develop software applications. This position requires proven programming experience and the ability to work effectively in a team. You will be responsible for both developing new applications and making updates to existing systems.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Proven programming experience in research, design, and testing.
• Experience advising programming associates on technical and application aspects.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, define, and develop new computer applications.
• Install software packages and ensure efficient hardware operations.
• Provide training to programming staff on technical topics.

Skills

Programming experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree or commensurate experience

Tools

Word processing applications

Spreadsheet applications

Specific programming languages

Job description

Overview

Produces or modifies computer programs of all sizes and complexity. Solves systems and program problems. Recommends courses of action on new application jobs, while considering the total system spectrum, from source document origination to final systems output and handling. Handles a moderate level of research, analysis, definition and documentation on all facets of the job. Works with some supervision and is responsible for making a moderate range of decisions, escalating to Manager when necessary and updating Manager on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

What you will do:

• Researches, designs, defines, develops, tests, documents and implements new computer applications or changes to existing applications following Western & Southern Financial Group (W&SFG) standards.
• Installs software packages and/or personal computer software.
• Assures that hardware and software operate efficiently.
• Utilizes programming tools effectively to ensure accuracy and enhance productivity.
• Assembles and analyzes data relating to processing problems, soliciting help as needed from IT and business unit associates.
• Consults and/or advises business unit associates by written and/or oral communication on inquiries concerning existing or proposed systems.
• Participates and contributes in committee meetings on developmental projects, large-scale improvement projects and internal IT technical committees.
• Provides training to other programming staff or business unit associates on technical topics or systems definition.
• Handles several assignments with varying deadlines simultaneously.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Or commensurate selection criteria experience. - Required
• Proven programming experience (e.g., research, design, gathering requirements, working with business units, developing programs, testing, documentation, production support). Cite examples demonstrating this experience. - Required
• Demonstrated ability to advise programming associates on both technical (e.g., writing programs, testing standards) and application (e.g., business knowledge, system definition) facets of the job. - Required
• Demonstrated experience working effectively within a team. Provide examples of motivating co-workers in difficult situations. - Required
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including experience identifying, defining and quantifying problems; collecting or interpreting data, establishing facts, and providing effective solutions. -
• Demonstrated ability to document procedures and activities in a manner that is understandable to others and prepared using a prescribed format, demonstrating use of the English language to include exemplary knowledge, in verbal and written format, of the elements of grammar, punctuation, diction and spelling proficiency. -
• Demonstrates growing verbal and written communication skills; occasionally conveys information to internal and external customers in a clear, accurate, focused and concise manner. -
• Ability to work on several deadlines with moderate supervision. -
• Continually performs an activity such as transcribing, viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading. Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned. -
• Proficient in specific programming languages required by the individual business unit. -
• Proficient in word processing and spreadsheet applications. -

Work Setting/Position Demands:

• Works in an office setting and remains in a stationary position for long periods of time while working at a desk, on a computer or with other standard office equipment, or while in meetings.
• Requires the ability to verbally communicate and exchange accurate information to customers and associates on a regular basis.
• Requires visual acuity to read and interpret a variety of correspondence, procedures, reports and forms via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously. Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
• Requires the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and forms using prescribed formats and conforming to rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style on a regular basis.
• Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Performs substantial movement of wrists, hands, and fingers for continuous computer work.
• Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects/events.

Travel Requirements:

• None