Systems Programmer/Analyst Associate

Description

As directed, assists in the conduct of the analyses, design and implementation of software/systems technical support and operating system capabilities. Assignments are generally under the direction of high-level systems programmers. Assists in coding and maintaining utilities, job control language, compilers and system software of a routine nature. Modifies, maintains and updates existing software of a standard nature. Reviews potential applications and interfaces of hardware and software. Prepares elemental feasibility studies to evaluate requirements for new or revised systems software. Participates in the design of detailed systems design specifications to meet defined requirements. Prepares block diagrams, overall flow charts, statements of program objectives and associated documentation. Conducts tests of revised or newly developed systems software to collect operating data and identify operating characteristics. Excludes Applications Programmers. Education and Experience: Bachelor degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience. 1 to 2 years systems/software programming activities in a business environment. Working knowledge of a high level or machine level language is preferred. Excludes programmer trainees without required academic preparation. Under FLSA, incumbents in this position are nonexempt.