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Responsibilities Under the general direction of the IT Supervisor or IT Manager, the incumbent's accountabilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Analyze and translate functional specifications and change requests into technical specifications including an estimated level of effort for up to large project requests. Develop, Test, and Implement efficient and maintainable program logic for existing and new applications in accordance with the technical specifications.  Generate clear and concise documentation as required within the programs and within the application documentation repository. Monitor performance of document imaging systems and applications, resolving operational abends.  Investigate reported code defects and resolve or recommend a solution. Coordinate efforts of a small team of IT professionals to achieve a short-term goal, such as creating or re-writing a subsystem or making a major functional change to an existing subsystem.  Creates a schedule using a project management tool. Lead junior staff members on their assignments.  Mentor junior staff members on business knowledge, system details, and complex technical issues. Expand technical and business knowledge through reading, research, on-the-job training and classroom training. This position is also subject to being "on call" for emergency situations requiring immediate resolution.  Travel between all CareFirst locations may be required.   Qualifications A BS in Computer Sciences or equivalent work experience plus 6-8 years of IT programming and analysis experience. Candidate should have expertise in one of the following technologies: Strong Microsoft technology background, including a deep understanding of the Microsoft .NET Framework, C#, database design, PL/SQL, SQL tuning, XML, Java and J2EE OR Strong ETL background, including expertise in Informatica / PowerCenter 8.1 or 8.6, experience with XML transformation, Unix scripting, database design, PL/SQL and SQL tuning.   Abilities/Skills: Additionally, this position requires proficiency in the applicable skill-set for the application platform.  Working knowledge of MS Office, e-mail, and a project management tool.  The ability to work independently and in small teams is necessary, as well as the willingness to work overtime when necessary and to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.  Strong oral and written communications abilities are necessary, as are excellent interpersonal skills for customer interfacing. Strong analytical and organizational skills.