Job Description

• Analyzes, defines, and documents requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware, and operating system environment, interfaces with other systems, internal and external checks and controls, and outputs
• Writes and maintains technical specifications
  
  • Analyzes and estimates feasibility, costs, time, and compatibility with hardware and other programs
• Develops and maintains plans outlining steps and time tables for developing programs
  
  • Researches and evaluates software and hardware to assist in programming or to use as program platforms
• Designs and codes screen layouts, graphical user interfaces, printed outputs, and interfaces with other systems
• Converts designs and specifications into computer code
• Compiles code into programs and corrects errors detected in compile process
• Creates test transactions and runs tests to find errors and confirm programs meet specifications
• Analyzes code to find causes of errors and revises programs
  
  • Consults with client to prototype, refine, test, and debug programs to meet needs
• Writes and maintains documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections
• Writes documentation or reviews documentation written by others that describes installation and operating procedures
• Provides technical assistance by responding to inquiries from others regarding errors, problems, or questions about programs
• Trains end users or technical support staff to use programs
• Installs and tests programs at client site
  
  • Monitors performance of programs after implementation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), Required