Systems Developer (Informix)

We motivate. We empower. We lead. We follow. We laugh. We succeed. ACS offers innovative and effective outsourcing solutions for clients around the world. We deliver higher quality, increased productivity, and lower costs. Can we do that for you? Sure we can. For business process outsourcing (BPO) and information technology outsourcing (ITO), ACS is not a product, we're services. We're people making technology work. We'd be glad to demonstrate the ACS advantage. Let us tell you about our world-class people, our company, and the "can-do" attitude that motivates us to deliver nothing less than the very best. Systems Developer (Informix) Job Description:We're here to help.In 1988, ACS founder and Chairman of the Board Darwin Deason recruited a group of extraordinary information technology professionals and instilled a passion and energy we call hustle. We believe the impossible is possible, and that giving up is not an option.We're Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (NYSE: ACS), a premier provider of diversified business process outsourcing (BPO) and information technology outsourcing (ITO) solutions to commercial and government clients worldwide. Based in Dallas, ACS is a FORTUNE 500 company of 62,000 people supporting client operations reaching more than 100 countries.It would be hard for you to go through a day without encountering the products or services of our many clients in communications, education, energy, financial services, government, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, retail, travel, and transportation.Position Overview:The Informix Developer is challenged to develop and maintain credibility and effective working relations with IT personnel in a way that demonstrates an understanding of IT strategies, issues, and priorities. This individual works at technical levels of application programming activities with established experience in application development methodology & system development lifecycle methodology.Programming:Design, development, testing, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of software applications. Must be able to program / debug complex programs without assistance. Design, write, analyze, test, and rewrite programs. Work on all phases of application development lifecycle activities that include: Analysis, Design, Code, Test, and Implementation. Development of multi-user applications to provide an interface for data related processes and reports. Executes all phases of software application projects, including resolving issues and helping to ensure successful deployment. Proficient in relational database technology. Design and implement database tables, stored procedures, triggers and cursors as needed. Maintains database protocol & standards. Database and report writing skills; advanced spreadsheet skills. Experience with software change control processes and tools for proper version control. Analysis / Communication:Recommends design approaches and assist in developing customized solutions to problems identified by business area managers.Assists Senior Programmers in application technology and architecture planning. Ability to analyze information and recommend plan of action to project team members and/or stakeholders. Documentation:Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can easily understand the program logic. To prepare documents describing installation and operating procedures for deliverables.Production Support:Troubleshoots applications and quickly resolve production issues. Assists end-users with system problems. Identifies issues and inconsistencies with data quality and creates processes to overcome system deficiencies.Qualifications:Required:College degree in Computer Science/Information Technology. Minimum of 3 years or more experience in developing and/or maintaining enterprise-level software solutions. Minimum of 3 years experience developing Informix 4GL software applications.Minimum of 3 years or more experience developing and designing relational databases (Informix, SQL Server is a plus).Knowledge of AIX/UNIX operating system Working knowledge of Microsoft Visual SourceSafeKnowledge of programming in client/server and web development environments.Database design skillsMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Project)Exceptional attention to detail, strong time management skills, and ability to meet short deadlinesDemonstrated experience and advanced knowledge of System Development Life Cycle methodologies and related documentation.Effective oral and written communication skillsDesired:Knowledge of health insurance claims processing industry Experience with database design and experience working with large databasesACS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not Discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or compete for employment with ACS may request such accommodations by calling or by sending an e-mail to accommodations@acs-.Expected Travel Time: None