SYSTEMS ANALYST

Systems Analyst

Performs development, implementation and support of application systems. Participates in functional and technical design. Provides ongoing support of application systems and provides coaching to other developers. May have achieved technology certification.

Main Accountabilities:

• Design and code programs of a complex nature using standard procedures and techniques
• Convert business specifications into application programs
• Write documentation
• Work with system designer, application developer and business analyst
• Participate in post implementation reviews to maximize and share learning
• Daily support of web applications
• After-hour on-call support

Competencies:

• Able to clearly define and document business functionality
• Experience with tools and techniques for converting business requirements into technical application design
• Able to design graphic user interfaces
• Experience with multiple programming languages
• Participate in requirement and design walkthroughs
• Experience with tools and techniques for application testing
• Knowledge of formal application development life cycle methodology
• Good analytical skills; able to assess alternatives, risks and benefits
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Motivated self-learner with a desire to keep abreast of technology trends

Technical requirements:

• Java J2EE, JavaScript, XML, UNIX, HTML
• Experience with relational DBMS, SQL
• Experience in on-line application development