Highlights
Ability to work independently but effectively with a team to accomplish team projects and solve technical problems. • Ability to conceive and/or develop creative solutions and possess strong problem-solving skills.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 2004 |
| Website | http://www.novalink-solutions.com/ |
Description
We are looking for a talented and highly effective Senior Natural/ADABAS Developer to join our development and
support team. We are currently supporting, enhancing and maintaining the statewide SNAP/TANF Eligibility
Determination system. The enhancements include use of latest technologies as needed to interface/integrate with other
systems on different platforms and automation of current processes.
Programming experience in Natural, and the utilization of ADABAS. Experience running Natural processes in batch
via JCL and/or SCL, and online. Experience in the analysis, design, and programming of large or complex development
projects on large-scale IBM Mainframe/Linux systems. (10 years expiereince)
* Experience with automated eligibility determination systems. (4years experience)
* Ability to provide subject matter expertise on system architectures (3 years experience)
* Business Skill Set/Requirements (Requirement)
* Ability to provide recommendations regarding enhancements to the systems and processes (3 years experience)
* Experience developing, maintaining, and updating documentation for procedures, policies, and processes (3 years
experience)
* Technical/Business Skill Set (Requirement)
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Beginner: 1-2 years Intermediate: 3-5 years Advanced: 5-7 years SME: 7+ years
Skill Set Skill Level
(See key code above) Required/Preferred Notes
Operating Systems
Linux Intermediate Preferred Enter text here
Windows Advanced Preferred Enter text here
Mainframe SME Preferred Enter text here
Programming Language/Development Tools
Natural Advanced Required Enter text here
Web Services (API) Intermediate Required Enter text here
Natural One(SAG Designer) Intermediate Required Enter text here
Database Systems/Database Tools
ADABAS Advanced Required Enter text here
Relational Database
Systems (SQL)
Intermediate Required Enter text here
Framework/SLD/Methodology
Agile Intermediate Preferred Enter text here
SDLC Intermediate Required Enter text here
4. Scoring Method
Criteria Score Percentage Must equal 100%
Cost 35%
Functional/Technical Specifications 35%
Vendor Interview 30%
* Knowledge of SNAP and TANF eligibility and econonomic assistance policies and procedures, and current state and
federal mandates as implemented or similar to those in MAVS, the Mississippi statewide eligibility system. (2 years
experience)
* Experience interpreting, designing and implementing federal and state mandates in Linux systems such as MAVS. (2
years experience)
*Knowledge of promoting system notices from the testing enviorments all the way to production. (2 years experience)
Requirements
Ability to effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.
• Strong oral and written communication, and time management skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work independently but effectively with a team to accomplish team projects and solve technical problems.
• Ability to conceive and/or develop creative solutions and possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with SCRUM /Iteration methodologies.
• Experience with Jira Software.
• Ability to work on many projects at one time.
• Experience converting out dated technologies to new cutting edge technologies
About Company
Novalink, founded in 2003 , is a leading consulting and staffing company serving clients in public and private sectors in Information Technology, Telecommunications (IT/Telecom), Technical Networks, Finance, and Administration. With government agencies as our primary clientele, our team has a proven track record of success in providing temporary personnel solutions and managing government deliverables-based projects over the past 20 years.