Job Description: AMF Development – Lead Programmer Analyst (Exp: 5 - 8 years)
We are seeking a highly skilled and talented AMF Developer with 4-6 years of experience to join our team. The role involves analyzing user requirements, designing technical solutions, and developing programs using Mainframe, COBOL and DB2 technologies. The Developer will collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and project managers to deliver high-quality solutions that align with business needs and technical standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT or Engineering.
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Minimum 4-6 years of experience in COBOL/DB2 development roles, with a focus on mainframe systems and database integration.
- Proactive, innovative, and logical mindset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under stress and manage multiple challenges in parallel.
- Team player with a collaborative and stakeholder-oriented approach.
- Structured and organized, with strong time management skills.
- Patience and empathy when dealing with end users.
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Proficiency in COBOL and JCL programming for mainframe systems.
- Strong understanding of DB2 database concepts, including SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance optimization.
- Experience with PowerBuilder or J2E environment is an advantage
- Strong understanding of IT systems, networks, and business applications.
- Logical thinking and attention to detail.
- Ability to document and maintain a knowledge base effectively.
- Processes and IT systems-oriented mindset.
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Experience with tools like CICS for online transaction processing.
- Familiarity with file management systems such as VSAM.
- Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
- Familiarity with task and priority management in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of effective time management and self-sufficiency.
- Experience working in complex and changing environments.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Requirement Analysis
- Analyze user needs based on specification documents or functional specifications provided by functional/technical-functional analysts.
- Study program functional steps and determine the appropriate technical solution.
Technical Specification Drafting
- Draft technical specifications that describe the solution to be implemented.
- Estimate the total workload for tasks, including development, testing, deployment, and documentation.
Solution Implementation
- Develop programs using COBOL and DB2, following established standards.
- Perform unit and integration tests to detect and correct anomalies.
- Create prototypes to validate potential options.
- Document the implemented solution using appropriate means (e.g., knowledge base, source code documentation, support documents).
Communication and Support
- Report progress and encountered difficulties to technical architects, analysts, and project managers.
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Provide internal technical support within the department as needed.
- Assist user support teams with solution maintenance.
- Participate in design workshops, contributing technical expertise to the project team.
Collaboration with Stakeholders
- Work with business stakeholders (key users, project managers, department heads) to gather and provide information.
- Collaborate with architects and analysts to receive specifications and select solutions.
- Communicate progress and report on project development to project managers.
- Cooperate with external providers (contractors, subcontractors) on development activities.
- Support the helpdesk function for solution maintenance.
Solution Delivery
- Deliver solutions within agreed commitments (estimates, deadlines).
- Ensure the quality of implemented solutions, including alignment with business needs, compliance with standards, and proper documentation.
