ASSOCIATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIST, PROGRAMMER/ANALYST Job
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ASSOCIATE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIST, PROGRAMMER/ANALYST The Associate Information Technologist will analyze and evaluate programming and analytical requirements. Assists in the design, development, and implementation of application programs utilizing concepts, techniques, and languages. Under the direction of more senior-level programmer/analysts, the Associate will plan, develop, test, and document computer programs and provide follow up to ensure success of programs written. Primary Responsibilities • Prepares program specifications and diagrams, and develops coding logic flowcharts. • Translates business specifications and designs into language-coded programs, procedures, or scripts. • Interprets and uses computer operating systems and interface tools to code, compile, test, run, and debug programs (e.g., TSO, Solaris, Windows NT, etc…). • Writes basic Job Control Language (MVS), Shell Scripts (UNIX), or Windows (NT) style scripting functions. • Prepares charts and diagrams to assist in problem analysis, and submits recommendations for solution. • Informs appropriate personnel inside and outside of the Company about events that will affect them. • Builds and maintains relationships with internal and external customers. Gains an understanding of the customer and their business. • Responds promptly to customer needs. • Solicits customer feedback to improve service. • Assists higher-level programmers in the development of programs of a more complex nature. • Develops solutions to routine problems or assists in developing solutions to moderately complex problems primarily related to own work area. • Ensures that a piece of software or system performs to specification and, if applicable, creates the appropriate output. • Creates data to test all program logic. • Creates unit test plans and performs unit testing. • Assists team in creating system test plans. • Develops reusable test scripts. • Implements production programs, systems and infrastructure platforms (hardware/software) for use by internal and external customers. • Updates appropriate scheduling system (e.g.- Control M) when production jobs change as needed. • Validates that production moves are executed appropriately. • Monitors production process after release. Secondary Responsibilities • Performs other duties as requested by management. Relationships/Contacts • Works closely with other departments within Information Technology, customers, and sales and production teams. Leadership/Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not supervise anyone. laws.
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<!-- Requirements Area -->Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with 0 years related job experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Proficiency in computer languages (depending on the department) such as ALC, COBOL, JCL, MARG, PL/1, QUICK, C, C++, DHTML, HTML, Java, PL/SQL, Visual Basic, XML, Macros, and/or other Scripting Languages. • Experience working with such platforms as IMS, M204, MVS, AIX, NT, UNIX, and Windows 9x. • Strong conceptual thinking. • Ability to effectively communicate technical or abstract concepts. • Ability to document processes and procedures. • Strong interpersonal, written and communication skills. • A general understanding of Polk’s business functions and how technology fulfills them. • A general understanding of data files and common data processing functions. • Understands the methodology to define, analyze and design an automated solution. • Understands sequential, indexed, random and/or relational file access methods and how they can be applied. • General knowledge of how to use testing tools (Debugger). • General knowledgeable of how to use scheduling/process tools (e.g.: Control-M/D, KRON, Visual Source Safe, etc…) This position has a competency matrix that can be found at main job description page. Working Conditions Normal office environment Potential Jobs for Career Progression* Information Technologist, Programmer/Analyst This position can move into other roles within Project Management, Business Process, or Infrastructure. * These jobs are meant to show a natural career progression at R.L. Polk & Co. This does not include jobs that would be considered a lateral move using similar skills required for this job. Career progression is dependent upon business needs, ability to meet minimum qualifications of the new job, and employee’s overall performance. In keeping with the Polk culture of promoting from within, special consideration will be given to candidates with Polk experience. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions. R. L. Polk & Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, citizenship, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, sexual orientation or veteran status. Further, R. L. Polk & Co. provides reasonable accommodation upon request, in accordance with State and Federal laws.
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