Job Summary:

The Senior Systems Programmer will facilitate and execute installation, testing, and debugging of complex and high-level system software installations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May hire, train, and oversee other staff in the department.
• May oversee the scheduling, assignments, and daily workflow of other IT staff.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Facilitates and executes installation, testing, and debugging of complex system software.
• Plans the timing of system software installations to minimize workflow interruption and downtime.
• Assists users with complex support, access, and customization needs related to system software.
• Identifies performance indicators to measure efficiency of system operation, e.g., response time or simultaneous processes; gathers data and analyzes results.
• Monitors systems, conducts testing, and gathers data to detect errors or interference with workflow.
• Identifies and analyzes errors; implements changes to code or installation to correct errors.
• Trains systems operators and other staff.
• Prepares workflow charts and diagrams to facilitate system software modifications.
• Conducts long-range planning based on anticipated workflow and capacity, making recommendations for systems upgrades and modifications to optimize operations; assesses feasibility of recommended changes based on scheduling, hardware, and other limitations.
• Maintains records of system outages, upgrades, and revisions.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, developments, and best practices via continuing education and conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of operating software products.
• Basic understanding of systems analysis and design.
• Basic understanding of most commonly used coding languages.
• Thorough understanding of programming languages, systems analysis and design, and database design.
• Thorough understanding of operating software products in a large, complex systems environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Three to five years of related experience, preferably with systems similar to those used in the organization, required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.