Sr Programmer Analyst / QA

Description:
This is a position in our "Point of Sale" applications team.

Duties include developing load scripts and drivers to test the applications during system upgrades, design and code any application performance changes, determine and execute retail readiness plans, develop application monitoring tools and health checks, analyze and respond to daily health check alerts, support Disaster Recovery tests


This position is responsible for performing programming and analysis duties and producing specific deliverables relating to various phases of the systems life cycle. The incumbent works independently, and requires supervision on complex tasks.

Works as a team member on intermediate to large projects of average to high complexity under the direction and supervision of senior applications staff and management. Periodically leads other applications team members in selected project activities.

Collects client requirements, performs analysis, writes program specifications and develops designs for medium size projects.

Performs some technical evaluation of products. Responsible for producing high quality deliverables in a timely fashion.

Performs project management activities such as planning, sizing, and scheduling activities. Responsible for analyzing problems, developing solutions and making decisions that impact projects. Ensures systems implementations occur in accordance with established Change Control procedures.

Proactively communicates status reports and issues to manager. Successfully completes all relevant technical and professional training programs in accordance with Performance Agreement goals and objectives.

Qualifications:
2 + years creating and analyzing Mercury Load Runner scripts
4 + years VMS C
Oracle/ Oracle RDB database experience
BEAMessageQ
Oracle Application server knowledge a plus


Bachelor degree in Computer Science/Information Systems

4 years of information systems experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Strong programming and analytical skills
PC literacy, including desktop applications competency (e.g., Microsoft Office, e-mail, etc.)
Strong business knowledge and interpersonal skills
In-depth knowledge of information systems concepts
Strong knowledge of applicable methodologies, tools, standards, and procedures
Demonstrated decision-making and leadership abilities
Strong organizational and problem solving abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills

*** To submit your qualified resume to this position please got to www.verizonwireless.com/careers and search on requisition number 170902 ***

Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience
It takes dedicated, hard-working people like you to provide the largest, most advanced, nationwide wireless network. That's why we offer some of the best benefits around. And the best part is, the day you start is the day your medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation, training and tuition reimbursement benefits start.

We also know how important work/life issues are in today's marketplace. And we reward you with competitive time off and employee assistance programs so you can manage work with the rest of your life.

Job Location: Warren, NJ

Job Number: 170902

Company URL: http://careers.verizonwireless.com

Company Profile:
With 53 million customers, Verizon Wireless is known for its reliable network and award-winning customer service. We continue to invest in our network to maintain our status as an industry leader and to remain on the cutting edge of wireless technology. We're also strongly committed to investing in our employees - who we consider to be our most valuable asset.

As part of our team, you'll join a group of over 56,000 professionals dedicated to providing the best overall wireless experience. The wide variety of roles we offer includes opportunities in sales, customer service, network engineering, marketing, accounting and any number of supporting professions that are necessary to a large organization such as ours.

At Verizon Wireless, we devote considerable resources to sustaining our employees' ambitions, growth and determination. Our mandate is to provide you with the opportunities to own your career and reach your greatest goals as part of our organization. You'll receive a total rewards package that reflects our industry stature, and you'll discover an array of training, tools and support to assist you in creating the career you've always wanted.

We're proud of the accolades we've earned, which include recognition as one of Working Mother's 100 Best Companies for four years, one of ComputerWorld's 100 Best Companies for two years, and one of Training magazine's Top 100 Training Organizations for four years. Committed to creating a workforce that represents our customers, Verizon Wireless believes deeply in workforce diversity, in both policy and practice. We invite you to consider joining us.

To learn more, visit us at: www.verizonwireless.com/careers