Systems Programmer/analyst - Cerritos, United States - Popa Federal Credit Union

Description

Systems Programmer/Analyst


Status:
Full-Time/ Non-Exempt


Location:
Cerritos


Reports To:
IS Manager


Level:
Non-Management


Job Summary:
The primary function of the Systems Programmer/Analyst include programming (C++,

HTML, HTML5, Power-On, etc.) design, database management (SQL, Power-On) and

support implementing new IS systems. Supporting administration and maintenance of

systems, providing Symitar, software and hardware support. Ensuring the support,

systems security, and availability, and assisting Information Systems Management with

vendor/technology evaluation and identifying overall organizational needs. On-site

presence during business and after hours at various locations is required for this role.


Essential Job Functions:

• Support Symitar Power-On programming, Symitar system integration, uptime,

System Updates/Patch Management, system backups and assisting with daily

processing.

• Assist in the full life cycle of development including design, development,

implementation, testing and maintenance of simple to highly complex computer

programs and subsystems.

• Supports the development of detailed analysis of system interactions to

determine technical solutions and resolve problems which are cost effective and

consistent with user needs, system capacities and capabilities.

• Assist with maintenance and use of all Credit Union database (SQL) servers.
• Create special reports and programs as requested via Power-On, Report

Generator, SQL, Microsoft Excel, and Crystal Reports.

• Demonstrates solid project management, problem solving, and technical

expertise to ensure successful completion of all programming related requests.

• Supports with resolving end user problems on Symitar system and local area

network in a timely manner.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, Credit Union

policies and procedures. Maintains integrity and ethics in all actions and

conversations with or regarding Credit Union members and their accounts;
complies with privacy act directives.

and stability to the Credit Union.

• Responsible for working with third parties and writing necessary code for the

third-party products to interface with Symitar.

• Identifies, recommends, and implements solutions to issues that are related to

production level code defects or process changes. Ability to handle multiple

projects and tasks concurrently as well as the ability to prioritize and meet

deadlines.

• Pursue opportunities for professional growth and knowledge through training,

education, and self-study.

• Oncall during regular business hours and afterhours duties.
• Serves as backup to other Information Systems department personnel as

necessary.

• Performs daily and other scheduled core data processing operations. Performs

routine system maintenance. Monitors system operations to minimize downtime.

Performs duties of a LAN/WAN Administrator. Ensures working conditions of

workstations including software license management. Performs network

troubleshooting. Reports problems to external system providers, such as

telecomm, mainframe, web host, and software vendors to resolve. Adhere to IS

policy standards for use, operations, and security of network, personal

computers, and data including coordination of network schedule, backups and

downtime with users.

• Installs and modifies PC and network hardware and software. Works with tech

support vendors and field engineers. Diagnoses hardware, software, and

operator problems, takes remedial actions, and recommends changes. Installs

peripheral equipment, such as monitors, keyboards, printers, and disk drives, as

needed.

• All other duties as assigned or requested by IS Management.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of

activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties,

responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any

time with or without notice.


Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job

function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the

knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent in Computer Science or 2+ years of,

programming (C++, HTML, JAVA, Pearl) experience or, an equivalent

combination of training and experience. (Symitar programing and computer

operations knowledge is preferred).

• An ability to read, maintain, debug, and succinctly comment code is a must.
• 3+ years of Symitar development experience is preferred but not required.
• 3+ years of experience in database management is preferred. (SQL, Access,

UNIX)

• 5+ years of financial institution is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to take a given task and work independently and