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.