Broward County Public Schools - Sunrise, FL
posted 5 months ago
The Senior Programmer at Broward County Public Schools is responsible for developing and enhancing both new and existing programming application systems. This role involves a variety of essential performance responsibilities that contribute to the overall functionality and efficiency of the school's information systems. The Senior Programmer will create, review, analyze, and modify programming systems using specific programming languages such as COBOL, ABAP, and .NET. The position requires the individual to develop, code, test, verify, and implement programming changes into production based on provided specifications. Additionally, the programmer will maintain and enhance existing systems, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the school district. In this role, the Senior Programmer will assist in designing, creating, and analyzing data interfaces between various information systems. They will also provide insights to supervisors or systems analysts regarding system performance based on coding changes and prepare necessary system documentation and program specifications. While this position does not have supervisory responsibilities, the Senior Programmer may lead small developmental projects or subsets of larger projects, offering technical guidance to lower-level programmers as needed. The programmer is expected to participate in training programs to enhance their skills and proficiency related to their responsibilities, as well as stay updated on current developments and technical literature relevant to their work. The Senior Programmer must adhere to safety rules and procedures, follow federal and state laws, and comply with School Board policies. They will also perform other duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor or designee, contributing to a collaborative and compliant work environment.