Application Developer

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Job Overview:

The Applications Development team supports various vital B&H programs containing essential information from every department in the Company. Working within a UNIX environment, the development teams implement fixes and enhancements to Informix 4GL programs such as Gillani and Fourgen. The main goal is to ensure all programs are constantly functional and consistently allow for seamless transfers of information between all systems.

Under no supervision, the Applications Developer Level 3 performs major and complex bug fixes and can assume the lead role for comprehensive program enhancements to B&H’s internal systems. Possessing a high level programming knowledge, the Level 3 is an expert in all stages of development including, accurate problem documentation, consistent monitoring for unforeseen issues, and administering needed QA in the production stage. Additionally, a Level 3 understands all aspects and needed steps for long term project implementation aimed at improving the overall capabilities of any program. A wide level of guidance and recommendations are also provided to assist in facilitating the project’s accurate and timely completion

The Level 3 Developer also provides reports for any department within the Company. The Level 3 uses the Informix 4GL reporting tool to directly pull data from the system using its reporting capabilities.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Creates code for Informix 4GL programs Java using UNIX and Perl shell scripting

• Monitor Bugzilla to receive needed bug or project development requests
• Gathers necessary requirements for advanced projects and drafts a plan of action
• Interacts with IS as well as Non-IS departments to coordinate project details
• Delivers enhancement recommendations and viable alternatives 
• Provide long-term guidance during all aspects of project development to ensure timely completion
• Document all progress for essential department workflow coordination and reference purposes
• Implement coding modifications and apply appropriate UNIX or Perl scripts consistent with B&H programming standards
• Available for 24hr (6 day/week) support in event of system emergency and/or go live support Perform testing measures to determine system compatibility and code integrity
• Provide UNIX based reports for system users

Preferred Education, Experience and Licenses:

• 5+ years experience programming with complex UNIX and Perl shell scripting
• Exposure to Java coding and experience with C Functions
• High utilization of Informix 4GL programs such as Fourgen or Gillani
• Development tools such as Debugger, ISQL, etc.
• Utilization of B&H Legacy system as well as Primavera
• Experience with Optio software products
• Experience with dynamic E-Commerce website and UNIX integration (e.g. pricing and inventory updates)
• Experience with UNIX reporting tools  

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High level understanding of B&H project workflow procedures and processes
• Knowledge of program development from a UNIX system
• Proficient with database concepts and SQL, Informix syntax preferred
• Knowledge of Web and UNIX integration concepts
• Resourceful and efficient research skills
• Articulate communicator and analytical thinker
• Professional phone demeanor
• Detail-oriented and quick thinker

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.   If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.