Assembler Language Coder
Location: Remote
Clearance: IRS MBI
This program requires US Citizenship
Description of Assignment
Work in an Agile team to support back-end mainframe systems and provide interfaces to front-end systems. This means that they can develop mainframe applications (with databases and mainframe systems):
Work with development teams and product managers to ideate software solutions.
Analyze existing software as well as incoming business rules and conversion details, producing application requirements and detailed design documents.
Working knowledge of mainframe tools including TSO, JCL, Control-M
Develop and manage well-functioning databases and applications.
Write effective interfaces to system applications and services.
Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software and assist in defect resolution.
Create security and data protection settings.
Build features and applications with a high availability design.
Write technical documentation.
Work as part of application development teams in Java, DB2, and other technologies to implement client enterprise systems.
Participate in walkthroughs/meetings/reviews/coordination efforts.
Provide individual status in Daily Scrum Calls for assigned work items
Staff resource skillsets should include
10+ years of overall experience
A minimum of 8 years of coding.
Experience with mainframe TSO, JCL, Control-M
Hands-on experience with Linux, z/OS, bash shell scripting
Hands on experience with JCL development
Ability to perform code merging activities using source code control systems
Prior experience working on Agile teams
Demonstrated ability to seek out information (proactive learning)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team
Experience with legacy IRS Masterfile (IMF or BMF) and or CADE2 is a plus
Experience with JIRA is a plus
Exposure to DB2 is a plus
Understanding and functioning knowledge of RQM is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree or above preferred. More experience is required for non-degreed candidates.
Professional skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills with client stakeholders at all organizational and technical levels
Excellent time management
Position Details
Pay Rate / Range: $44- $50/hr
The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position’s responsibilities; the candidate’s experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.
Benefits (Regular, Full Time Employees)
Medical, Dental, and Vision offerings
Weekly Direct Deposit
Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off
401(k) with match
Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short / Long Term Disability, plus other voluntary coverages
Pre-Paid Legal and Employee Assistance Programs
Northwest Federal Credit Union Membership
BB&T @ Work Program
ABBTECH is an EOE/Minorities/Women/Disabled Individuals/Veterans
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