Programmer I

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Programmer I will ensure our systems run effectively and securely.The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining internal scripts for our business. Ideally, they will have a background in software development and programming. They will also be self-motivated and self-supervised, as remote working is encouraged for at least part of the working week. As a member of the IT team, the Programmer I will collaborate closely with IT staff to ensure system performance, continuity and life cycle. A collaborative attitude and analytical mindset are essential for this position, along with a problem-solving mindset.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze requirements and transform them into technical designs.
• Write, optimize, and debug software programs and scripts.
• Analyze and develop application components and functions.
• Design stable, reliable and effective systems, and scripts.
• Liaise with developers to improve applications and establish best practices.
• Gather user and projects requirements.
• Test and document software.
• Develop Reports for applications and users.
• Performance tuning and query optimization of existing applications and databases

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge or experience with programming languages: Perl, PHP, or C#
• Knowledge or Experience with the use of SQL database: MySQL or MS SQL database

• Experience with productivity tools like Word, Excel, Visio
• Experience with IDE
• Transform pseudo codes designs and specifications into high functioning scripts.
• Formulate scripts specifications and basic prototypes. Implement systems in inhouse production environment.
• Ability to balance multiple demands and work both independently and as part of a team to develop solutions.
• Document system proposal and analysis, establish software objectives and requirements, create functional specifications, generate system diagrams and user guides.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Strong diagnostic, testing, and problem-solving skills.
• Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask appropriate questions, and do not interrupt at inappropriate times.
• Fully bilingual Spanish/English. Fluency in written, reading and spoken English.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer information systems.
• 0 - 1 Year(s) of experience in developing, programming, or related functions.
• Knowledge of the following systems and software:
  • IDE experience
  • Database tools
  • MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio
  • Cloud storage equivalent

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work may require local travel or travel to other countries outside the U.S.
• May require occasional evening and/or weekend availability.
• This role requires developing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with internal and external contacts.