Job Description:
• Work independently or under only general direction on complex problems which require competence in all phases of programming concepts and practices. Working from diagrams and charts which identify the nature of desired results, processing steps to be accomplished and the relationships between various steps of the problem-solving routine; plans the full range of programming actions needed to efficiently utilize the computer system in achieving desired end products.
• Analyze, design, develop, test, and implement distributed applications as part of a systems development team. Provide feedback on and adhere to delivery dates. Provide end-user support as a technical expert.
• Analyze, design, develop and test Oracle PL/SQL applications that enhance USPS operations through the dissemination of pertinent and relevant information in a timely and efficient manner. Specific responsibilities include:
o Develop and revise program code based on clearly defined requirements.
o Prepares required documentation, including both program-level and user-level documentation.
o Draft test plans for system tests, integration test, and stress tests.
o Test all functionality of applications based on test plan.
o Assist in the setup of production environment including application servers and database servers.
o Assist in the implementation of applications into production.
o May be required to analyze system capabilities to resolve input/output problems.
o Must be able to communicate effectively, work in a team environment and think analytically.
o Perform maintenance on programs currently in production.
o Develop and maintain complex Oracle SL/SQL stored procedures and functions. Provide programming direction as necessary to lower level programmers as appropriate to position level.
o Other duties as needed.
Requirements:
• BS in Computer Science or related field of study
• 3 Years Min. in: SQL, Oracle PL/SQL
• Experience developing on Linux platform
• Experience developing Perl/Unix shell scripting
• 3 years of progressively more complex programming experience in large scale information system environments
• Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
Desired Skills:
• Experience with Oracle insertion of high volume data
• Experience with Oracle TimesTen development
• C/C++ development on Linux platform
