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.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required; an additional four (4) years of related work experience can substitute for a degree.
At least five (5) years of relevant experience required.
At least four (4) years of experience with IBM COBOL programming language
Experience with DB2 and IBM DB2 utilities
Experience with CICS
Good verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated success in client support.
Ability to interface with all levels of management.
Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision and guidance.
Excellent time management, scheduling and organizational skills.
Ability to work well independently or in a team setting.
Candidate must be willing to participate in person client meetings in the DMV Metro Area. No Exceptions.
Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus)
Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident with U.S. Work authorization (Green Card status) for 3 years and be Federal Tax compliant.
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
U.S. Citizenship is REQUIRED
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Hard skills
IBM COBOLDB2CICSunit testingprogram developmentsystems analysiscode reviewstroubleshootingworkflow chartingsymbolic logic