Senior Applications Programmer Analyst - 5150

Description:ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Applications Programmer Analyst will create, execute, and troubleshoot scripts in Windows and UNIX environments. Create and modify batch job stream using defined change control process. Deploy scripts to production using a defined release process.Perform server file maintenance and create metric charts for keeping departmental scorecards.Ensure that client SLAs are met. Attend daily operations turnover meetings and attend weekly release meetings. Strong communication and attention to detail is essential.This individual will handle high stress situations and must maintain a calm and cool exposure, think rationally, and solve problems in such situations. The success of the candidate will require a strong sense of urgency which requires high energy levels and ability to react quickly and decisively.About the OpportunityThe Senior Applications Programmer Analyst will have a key role in the organization, configuration, setup, planning, and day to day support of production and non-production systems. In addition, this individual will provide general application and file transfer support of production jobs on a 24x7 basis.Working with a team of others, this individual will be responsible for day to day operations of one or more Utility billing systems and related back office applications, including setup, execution, and monitoring of various system components. The individual will also be responsible for identification of areas of the operations that can be automated / improved, the creation and execution of scripts and/or programs that will automate the identified process(s). Experience with creating, modifying, and deploying scripts using various software languages is required. Ability to participate in an on-call rotation is required. This professional position is expected to handle additional tasks as assigned by the manager.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in MIS or Computer Science5-8 years of experience as a programmer analyst or administrative role in a mission critical / production environment.Strong working knowledge of Oracle PL/SQL and be able create and modify SQL queries as well as experience with Perl, Control-M, Windows Scripting,.NET, Crystal Reports, and Unix scripting. Familiar with checking in source code into versioning software and ability to deploy software in a secure environment. Excellent communication skillsThis will be an on-call support rotation in a strong team environment.Familiarity with SFTP, Telnet, SSH network applications is required on a daily basis.Must be a Team Player with excellent time management, analytical, and organizational skills.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceAlliance Data offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive selection of benefit options including 401(k).Job Location: Dallas, TXJob Number: 2857Company Profile:About UsAlliance Data (NYSE: ADS) is a leading provider of marketing, loyalty and transaction services, managing over 120 million consumer relationships for some of North America's most recognizable companies. Using transaction-rich data, Alliance Data creates and manages customized solutions that change consumer behavior and that enable its clients to create and enhance customer loyalty to build stronger, mutually beneficial relationships with their customers. Headquartered in Dallas, Alliance Data employs over 9,000 associates at more than 60 locations worldwide. Alliance Data's brands include AIR MILES, North America's premier coalition loyalty program, and Epsilon, a leading provider of multi-channel, data-driven technologies and marketing services. For more information about the company, visit its web site, www.AllianceData.com About Our TeamAlliance Data Utility Services is the leading provider of integrated billing and customer care solutions to the regulated, deregulated and municipal utility markets, supporting millions of end-use customers. With over 50 utility clients, Alliance Data has a history of providing measurable business results and financial benefits through proven processes and methodologies. JOB TITLE: Senior Applications Programmer Analyst - 5150 LOCATION: US-TX-Dallas JOB CATEGORY: IT/Software Development REFERENCE CODE: 2857