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Need a 10+ years of experienced JAVA DEVELOPER local to Ohio.

Visa – H1B and Eads are workable.

Candidate with State Client experience is a plus.

Position: OIC – Programmer 4/PR4

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Client: State of Ohio

Agency: OIC

Interview Type: webcam

Position ID: 756744

Note:

• Work onsite as needed: OIC location (William Green Building 8th floor, 30 West Spring Street, Columbus, Ohio).
• it is PROHIBITED for government equipment to be taken or used outside of the candidate
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Programmer 4/PR4 (2 positions)

Work onsite as needed: OIC location (William Green Building 8th floor, 30 West Spring Street, Columbus, Ohio).

To assist the OIC in retiring legacy COBOL code running on an AS/400, the OIC is requesting two (2) Java developers, ideally with COBOL experience, using the Programmer 4 classification to assist with understanding and redeveloping legacy COBOL code in Java.  One developer will have the primary focus of rewriting OIC’s critical Automated Docketing System (ADS) application and the other will focus on rewriting data interchange (DI) applications that obtain documentation (files/data) from the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC). 

Additional details are called out below:

Programmer 4 for Java

The Programmers will work with OIC lead developers and receive direction from them.  The Programmers will be developing the new Java code that will provide OIC with the business functionality the COBOL programs currently provide.

Work onsite as needed: OIC location (William Green Building 8th floor, 30 West Spring Street, Columbus, Ohio).

This role is ideal for a more senior developer with extensive knowledge of Java with hands-on full lifecycle implementation experience capable of wearing different hats as needed (solutions consultant, technical lead, project manager).  The ideal candidate will possess strong solutions knowledge and have successfully completed integrating business solutions (from conception to completion) using Java to fit the client’s needs.

Given successful effort on the primary assignment, additional code rewrite opportunities may be possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Serve as lead Java developer on primary assignment.

• Collaborate with other developers to deliver Java solutions that provide the business-critical functions the legacy COBOL applications currently perform.

• Able to utilize current best practices and help OIC establish/refine coding standards.

• Work in an agile/iterative development manner to provide regular and routine evidence of progress towards completion.

• Write, test, and document application components to successfully deliver work.

• Work collaboratively with OIC IT team members and other subject matter experts (e.g., BWC team members) to determine the best solution approach.

• Designing, coding, and implementing Java application code.

• Adhering to timelines and development goals.

• Testing the stability and functionality of the application.

• Troubleshooting and fixing bugs.

• Writing documents and providing technical training for OIC IT staff.

• Maintaining the security and integrity of the application software.

• Prepares appropriate documentation (e.g., flowcharts, narratives, code comments).

• This is a professional level non-supervisory position which will require coordination of programming activities being conducted by the team.

• Confers with other business and technical personnel to resolve problems of intent, inaccuracy, or feasibility of computer processing.

• Works with necessary personnel to determine if modifications are necessary with interested personnel to determine necessity for modifications or enhancements.

• Leverages excellent written and verbal communication skills to develop new business process and programming solutions as directed by business and technical stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field required; Master’s degree is a plus.

• 10 or more years of industry/professional experience in Java solution development in the Windows environment. Experience with Java Persistence API (JPA), SQL, RESTful web services, JUnit.

Skills:

• Programmer 4 must have solid Java skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or information systems or related field.

• 10 or more years of experience in Information systems operations environment in Analysis, Design & Development.

• Required ability to propose, document, and implement software project lifecycle solutions (software and documentation).

DESIRED Skill Sets:

• Experience working with and understanding COBOL code.

• Demonstrate effective leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with technical and business teams.

• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

• Establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

• Recognize patterns and opportunities for improvement throughout the entire organization.

• Ability to discern critical from minor problems and innovate new solution.

Skill Matrix:

Thanks!

Kind Regards,

Vijesh V

Flairsoft Limited – Address: 7720 Rivers Edge Dr. Suite 200 Columbus, OH 43235

Office: (614) 888-0700 – 242 | Email ID: [email protected] | http://flairsoft.net/capability-statement/

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