Programmer Analyst

Job Description

Solves organizational information problems and requirements by analysing requirements designing computer programs recommending system controls and protocols. Accomplishes software requirements by developing and maintaining applications and databases.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Determine operational objectives by studying business functions, gathering information, evaluating output requirements and formats.

• Identifies requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual clients and with other persons in a position to understand service requirements.

• Arranges project requirements in programming sequence by analysing requirements preparing a work flow chart and diagram using knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, programming language, and logic.

• Programs the computer by encoding project requirements in computer language entering coded information into the computer.

• Confirms program operation by conducting tests modifying program sequence and/or codes.

• Provides reference for use of prime and personal computers by writing and maintaining user documentation maintaining a help desk.

• Maintains computer systems and programming guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops reviewing professional publications establishing personal networks participating in professional societies.

• Keeps equipment operational by calling for repairs following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures evaluating new equipment.

• Protects operations by keeping information confidential.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Develops and maintains applications and databases by evaluating client needs analysing requirements developing software systems.

• Maintain user confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.

• Prepare technical reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends.

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops reviewing professional publications establishing personal networks benchmarking state-of-the-art practices participating in professional societies.

• Assist software developers in identifying and troubleshooting software defects.

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.