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Columbus, OH - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

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Job Description

To assist the OIC in retiring legacy COBOL code running on an AS/400 the OIC is requesting two 2 Java developers ideally with COBOL experience using the Programmer 4 classification to assist with understanding and redeveloping legacy COBOL code in Java. One developer will have the primary focus of rewriting OICs critical Automated Docketing System (ADS) application and the other will focus on rewriting data interchange (DI) applications that obtain documentation (files/data) from the Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC).
Additional details are called out below:

Programmer 4 for Java

The Programmers will work with OIC lead developers and receive direction from them. The Programmers will be developing the new Java code that will provide OIC with the business functionality the COBOL programs currently provide.
Work onsite as needed: OIC location (William Green Building 8th floor 30 West Spring Street Columbus Ohio).

This role is ideal for a more senior developer with extensive knowledge of Java with handson full lifecycle implementation experience capable of wearing different hats as needed (solutions consultant technical lead project manager). The ideal candidate will possess strong solutions knowledge and have successfully completed integrating business solutions (from conception to completion) using Java to fit the clients needs.
Given successful effort on the primary assignment additional code rewrite opportunities may be possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to the following:
Serve as lead Java developer on primary assignment.
Collaborate with other developers to deliver Java solutions that provide the businesscritical functions the legacy COBOL applications currently perform.
Able to utilize current best practices and help OIC establish/refine coding standards.
Work in an agile/iterative development manner to provide regular and routine evidence of progress towards completion.
Write test and document application components to successfully deliver work.
Work collaboratively with OIC IT team members and other subject matter experts (e.g. BWC team members) to determine the best solution approach.
Designing coding and implementing Java application code.
Adhering to timelines and development goals.
Testing the stability and functionality of the application.
Troubleshooting and fixing bugs.
Writing documents and providing technical training for OIC IT staff.
Maintaining the security and integrity of the application software.
Prepares appropriate documentation (e.g. flowcharts narratives code comments).
This is a professional level nonsupervisory position which will require coordination of programming activities being conducted by the team.
Confers with other business and technical personnel to resolve problems of intent inaccuracy or feasibility of computer processing.
Works with necessary personnel to determine if modifications are necessary with interested personnel to determine necessity for modifications or enhancements.
Leverages excellent written and verbal communication skills to develop new business process and programming solutions as directed by business and technical stakeholders.

Qualifications:
Required Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Information Technology or related field required; Masters degree is a plus.
10 or more years of industry/professional experience in Java solution development in the Windows environment. Experience with Java Persistence API (JPA) SQL RESTful web services JUnit.

Skills:
Programmer 4 must have solid Java skills.
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or information systems or related field.
10 or more years of experience in Information systems operations environment in Analysis Design & Development.
Required ability to propose document and implement software project lifecycle solutions (software and documentation).

DESIRED Skill Sets:
Experience working with and understanding COBOL code.
Demonstrate effective leadership analytical and problemsolving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with technical and business teams.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Recognize patterns and opportunities for improvement throughout the entire organization.
Ability to discern critical from minor problems and innovate new solution.

Questions:

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering IT or related field (Required)
10 years Required Industry/professional experience in Java solution development in Windows environment
Experience with Java Persistence API JPA (Required)
SQL (Required)
RESTful Web Services (Required)
JUnit (Required)
Ability to propose document & implement software project lifecycle solutions (software & documentation) (Required)
Excellent Written & oral communication skills with technical & business teams (Required)
Experience working with & understanding COBOL Code (Highly Desired)

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