Journeyman Computer Programmers

Job description

CSS is seeking five (5) experienced Journeyman Computer Programmers to support the maintenance, development, and modernization of DRAS at DFAS. DRAS is an IBM z/OS mainframe system comprising the Retired and Casualty Pay System (RCPS), Annuity Pay System (APS), and Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC), collectively processing approximately $6 billion per month for 2.5 million military retirees and beneficiaries. Team members will operate under the direction of the Technical Lead Programmer and execute the full software development lifecycle including requirements analysis, coding, unit testing, peer review, code turnover, and production support. Key Responsibilities: Software Development & Unit Testing: - Develop and maintain COBOL programs for z/OS mainframe environments, meeting all SCR specifications and DRAS design documentation requirements, free of defects. - Write and execute JCL, CICS transactions, and SQL queries as required; utilize ADS-Online, ADS-Batch, and MQ Series as directed. - Perform unit testing of Configuration Items (CIs) to confirm correct functionality; complete and document test results in compliance with DFAS business processes. - Upon successful test...