Diaconia

Software Engineer

• Provide development and testing of software applications on an enterprise server platform to support the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
• Work in the analysis of existing code and documenting code with a view to modernize the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
• Create, update, unit test, and maintain IBM COBOL programs.
• Update documentation such as Functional Specification Packages (FSPs) or Program Requirements Packages (PRPs) and/or Visio diagrams, and/or spreadsheets as needed.
• Track requirements and create/execute unit test cases.
• Write, analyze, review and/or provide comments on documentation such as Unified Work Requests (UWR), UWR responses and Internal Revenue Manuals (IRM), Interface Control Documents (ICD) Computer Operator Handbooks (COH).
• Rewrite programs using workflow chart and diagram, applying knowledge of computer capabilities, tax processing subject matter expertise, and symbolic logic.
• Perform or direct the revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
• Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software.
• Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions.
• Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams and convert them into coded instructions.
• Consult with and assist testers in the development, SAT and FIT environments.
• Lead development of software solutions, design and implement modules, conduct unit testing, troubleshoot issues, and produce proposals to resolve issues.
• Evaluate new coding techniques, tools, modules, and implementations as appropriate.
• Lead and mentor entry and mid-level developers; consult on requirements elicitation and definition.
• Perform code reviews, unit test, integrate coded modules, support testing and remediate defects.
• Support users through troubleshooting and analysis of production logs and data.
• Investigate new solutions, tools, products, and techniques to incorporate into coding standards.

COBOL Developer

Backend Engineer

• The Oracle Database Developer will join our database migration and optimization team.
• This role will focus on complex database system migrations, performance optimization, and data integrity solutions in enterprise environments with high-volume transaction processing.
• The role is in support of a large, mission critical IRS modernization effort to replace a decades-old legacy system (Pro*C, Oracle 21) with a new, scalable, secure, and transformative case management system (Oracle Exadata, Java Spring Boot microservices, using OpenShift)
• Key Responsibilities: Merge complex Oracle database migrations to Exadata platforms • Lead complex Oracle database migrations from legacy systems to modern Exadata platforms • Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve database performance bottlenecks, memory issues, and temp space problems • Data Integrity Management: Ensure data consistency and integrity across multiple database environments • ETL Development: Design and implement robust ETL processes with comprehensive error handling • Technical Documentation: Create detailed analysis documents with visual diagrams for technical and business stakeholders • Code Quality Assurance: Maintain code synchronization between Oracle databases and version control systems • Testing Coordination: Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies for database migrations • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with DBAs, business analysts, and project managers to deliver successful outcomes

Oracle Database Developer

Full-stack Engineer

• Oversee design, development, and delivery for a mission-critical IRS modernization program
• Lead a team of developers and manage transition from Pro*C/Oracle legacy environment to Java Spring Boot microservices architecture in OpenShift
• Ensure requirements are implemented accurately and align technical work with modernization goals
• Lead day-to-day development activities across multiple workstreams
• Translate business requirements and legacy logic into clear technical tasks
• Review, guide, and contribute to code in Java, Spring Boot, and Oracle PL/SQL
• Oversee microservices deployment in OpenShift/Kubernetes environments
• Manage sprint planning, backlog grooming, and delivery tracking
• Collaborate closely with business analysts, SMEs, and stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve ambiguities
• Ensure technical documentation, BPMN workflows, and traceability are maintained
• Mentor developers, enforce coding standards, and ensure test coverage
• Support integration, migration, and performance optimization efforts

COBOL Developer

Oracle Database Developer

Lead Software Engineer