Overview

Compensation: $73,000 - $120,000 based on experience and credentials

Location Type: Remote

Position Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Core Systems Developer position is a specialized role responsible for maintaining the performance and reliability of Symitar (Episys), the central financial processing system. This role involves developing Core programs for critical functions such as batch file maintenance, monetary postings, and automation. Key responsibilities include PowerOn programming, code review, system maintenance and upgrades, quality assurance testing, database management, data replication, backups, and troubleshooting client-side applications, services, and systems. An ideal candidate is an analytical critical thinker who is agile and flexible with financial institution experience.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain the credit union’s core financial processing system (Symitar) and mortgage servicing system (FICS)
Assist with upgrades to the Symitar AIX operating system running the core application
Troubleshoot and solve hardware, software, and network-related issues including system crashes
Serve as the point of contact for system issues occurring during processing, including those reported by users
Evaluate existing systems or processes to identify inefficiencies and develop strategies for enhancements
Monitor disk space capacity, suggest, develop, and implement data purges to manage the capacity
Review vendor documentation for core application upgrades to determine which changes are impactful to systems, staff, and members
Communicate code, system, and process changes with various stakeholders to ensure understanding of the topic
Depict risk considerations and outline detailed implementation with rollback steps, including the submission of Quality Control, Change Control, and Import documentation
Collaborate with the Core Services team and leadership to analyze and resolve complex issues, devising strategies to reduce or eliminate them
Assess current processes and procedures to pinpoint opportunities for automation and enhanced efficiency
Preserve and transfer the production database to the test database on an ongoing basis
Design, build, test, and maintain job programs, plans, and schedules for the core financial processing system using software programming language (PowerOn)
Utilize testing, troubleshooting, and debugging to ensure accuracy, reliability, and improved system efficiency
Maintain and modify core applications using HTML, Power ON, and another programming language to meet system changes and credit union specifications
Create automated workflows, postings, reports, and on-demand business processes
Conduct troubleshooting of existing code to reduce user downtime and guarantee optimal service delivery
Propose, develop, and implement data purges and configuration updates to manage performance
Preserve and replicate the production database to test databases on an ongoing basis
Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and improved system efficiency, reliability, and performance through testing, troubleshooting, and debugging
Manage technical documentation and ensure all processes are accurately documented and updated in the team's repository
Document the architecture of applications and the steps for troubleshooting
Create comprehensive procedures, program specifications, and logic flow diagrams for system configurations, Core functionalities, applications, programs, and PowerOn code
Act as a subject matter expert in department and enterprise projects, protecting the integrity of the Core and our members' data
Coordinate and collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams
Collaborate with different departments and system teams to clarify and gather system or functional requirements for initiatives and projects
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the needs of business units by assisting business units with examining assumptions related to the successful execution of plans
Offer mentorship and instruction to other members of the Core Services team regarding the architecture and development of host processes
Participate in annual Disaster Recovery plans for the Core systems, updating processes as needed
Adhere to department policies such as project requests, deployment procedures, conducting code reviews, and weekly project updates to management
Provide operational and on-call support as required in a 24/7 environment

Qualifications

2+ years of experience with software maintenance
2+ years of experience with programming databases including data modeling, stored procedures, functions, and query optimizations
1+ years of PowerON programming experience preferred
Experience with Object-Oriented Design (OOD) and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), service-oriented architectures, SQL, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML
General knowledge and understanding of object-oriented programming and principles
General knowledge and understanding of relational and hierarchical database concepts
Experience with a financial institution preferred
Experience with Core Episys application and programming language is a preferred
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field preferred
Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities to meet deadlines
Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized with task management
Ability to analyze and resolve difficult or complex problems
Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with members, staff, vendors, and government regulators
Ability to influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures
Works independently with general supervision

Skills

Analytics
Customer Service
Project Management

Benefits

Financial Well-Being: Bonus Program up to 9%, 401K Matching up to 8%, Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts
Wellness: Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000+ Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
Work-Life Balance: 11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO
Community Involvement: Paid Volunteer Hours
Growth: Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year
Flexibility: Remote, Hybrid, and Onsite Schedules
Security: Pet Insurance, Free Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance

For more information, including additional benefits, please visit our benefits website at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/benefits

Company Overview

Suncoast Credit Union is consistently chosen as a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace because its employees genuinely #LOVEWORK! Employees flourish in an inclusive culture celebrating growth and prioritizing the community. Chartered in 1934, Suncoast has never furloughed any employees.

For more information, please visit our careers site at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/

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