ADABAS Natural Developer

Essential Functions

• Maintenance and support of Natural/ADABAS mainframe applications.
• Maintenance and support for mainframe JCL PROCEDURE PARMETER and data objects.
• Apply enhancements to existing code base as needed.
• Apply acceptable testing and analysis procedures while implementing enhancements to existing applications.
• Follow recommended procedures for changes documentation and security.
• Support and maintenance of ADABAS database structures.
• Interface with internal and external customers and develop programming to support customer needs.
• Developing code from specifications for applications that retrieve and process data from external data providers.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Completion of a bachelors degree program at an accredited college or university which has included major course work in Computer Science information science systems analysis software engineering or a closely related field. 
• 5 years of related experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Innovation & Technology and Human Resources.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• The applications and techniques of programming in Software AG Natural computer language.
• ADABAS database theory techniques and structures.
• PREDICT Data Dictionary functionality.
• The theory and practice of systems analysis and design.
• The IBM Job Control Language (JCL) IBM z/360 OS and ISPF interface.
• The principles methods and techniques used in systems and program flow chart preparation and documentation.

• VSAM file structures a plus.
• Strong understanding of the full software development process.

ABILITY TO:

• Understand technical specifications and translate them into application code.

• Work with deadlines and changing priorities in a complex environment.
• Work independently or within a team.
• Communicate data processing concept to non-technical personnel.
• Establish effective working relationships with associates departmental and administrative officials supervisors and other data processing personnel.
   

Additional Information :

Salary Range: $75000-$85000

Salary cannot exceed $85000

All applications should include the following: 
    Cover Letter clarifying your interest and qualifications for the role.
    Resume
We wont accept or review incomplete applications.

Work Setting: in-person (onsite)

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:
   We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
   Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
   Employees receive paid vacation sick leave and holidays
   Generous retirement savings options are available
   Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
   Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1 2023 eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether youre a full-time part-time or provisional employee you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses trains trolleys and regional rails.
   Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses extending not only to City employees but in some cases spouse and dependents too!
Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire. No relocation assistance is provided at this time.

Effective May 22 2023 vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses doctors emergency medical personnel) must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race ethnicity color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin ancestry age disability marital status source of income familial status genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at or send an email to
 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time