Programmer Analyst NEW

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Performs program design, coding, testing, documentation, implementation, configuration, and support for computer based systems. These tasks are applicable to new systems development, system enhancement and external software packages.
• Prepares system design specifications, development plans, updates corporate models, and develops backup and recovery procedures. Participates in the on the job training of junior programmers.
• Tracks and monitors the performance of current and/or new systems and corrects operational problems when they occur with production systems software.
• Maintains close liaison with client departments to keep abreast of the changing business environment which affects the ultimate design of new systems and enhancements to current production systems.
• Assists in the retrieval of information, as requested by clients.
• Maintains current knowledge of technological advancements as they relate to application development and participates in the research and development of new tools, techniques, and processes.

• a) Recognized University Degree majoring in Computer Science from a CIPS accredited institution or recognized equivalency OR
  b) Recognized Computer Science Diploma in information systems or computer technology from a CIPS accredited institution or recognized equivalency OR
  c) University Degree in Software Engineering OR
  d) Two years current experience in developing and/or supporting application software in a professional development environment
• Working knowledge of computer science and programming concepts
• Excellent problem analysis and problem solving ability
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Ability to plan and organize in self directed and team environments.

About SaskTel

SaskTel is the leading Information and Communications Technology (ICT) provider in Saskatchewan, with over $1.3 billion in annual revenue and approximately 1.4 million customer connections including 639,000 wireless accesses, 289,000 wireline network accesses, 289,000 internet accesses, 114,000 maxTV subscribers, and 81,000 security monitoring customers. SaskTel and its wholly-owned subsidiaries offer a wide range of ICT products and services including competitive voice, data and Internet services, wireless data services, maxTV services, data centre services, cloud-based services, security monitoring services, advertising services, and international software and consulting services. SaskTel and its wholly-owned subsidiaries have a workforce of approximately 3,400 full-time equivalent employees (FTEs). Visit SaskTel at www.sasktel.com.

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