Systems Programmer III

🔥 13 hours ago

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🖥 Software Engineer

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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1946

🏥 Healthcare

💼 Consulting

⚖️ Legal

Healthcare • Consulting • Legal

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is a leading health insurance provider that offers a variety of health plans, including individual and family plans, Medicare options, and group health plans. The organization focuses on providing coverage and resources for members, employers, and healthcare providers, ensuring access to quality healthcare services. With a commitment to promoting healthier lifestyles and supporting community health, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina plays a vital role in the healthcare landscape of the region.

📋 Description

• Write or debug programs to maintain and control computer systems software, including operating systems, networked systems, and database systems • Provide technical and disaster recovery support for systems software • Research and analyze complex systems software problems and issues to implement workable solutions or escalate as appropriate • Install, test, and maintain systems software, including updates, upgrades, and patches • Initiate tests of system programs and observe results to detect errors or work stoppage • Modify code to correct errors • Assist in internal and external audits across multiple lines of business and platforms • Participate in planning and execution of disaster recovery procedures • Cross-train in all areas of systems programming to perform on-call rotation • Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group • Support a fast-paced, multi-platformed environment that may require action and response 24x7

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's in a job-related field OR 4 years of job-related work experience OR Associate's and 2 years job related work experience • 4 Years IT experience including varied programming experience • Strong analytical and logical thinking skills • Comprehension of advanced data storage techniques, basic database philosophy, database management, and advanced programming techniques • Understand the requirements for maintaining production systems and the effect of systems changes • Solid understanding of currently utilized programming productivity tools and their use • Solid understanding of quality assurance and implementation strategies of systems software • Able to acquire knowledge of programming languages and tools used in the department • Able to analyze software specifications for completeness and compatibility with operation systems • Experience with z/OS system programming, installation, maintenance, and upgrades • Knowledge of IBM mainframe technologies including z/OS, JES2/JES3, SDSF, TSO/ISPF, RACF, and Sysplex environments • Experience supporting high-availability, mission-critical enterprise systems with 24x7 operational requirements • Familiarity with disaster recovery planning, business continuity testing, and recovery procedures • Proficient in the use of JCL and working with various vendor utility programs • Experience designing, implementing, and supporting highly resilient IBM Z environments, disaster recovery solutions, and business continuity capabilities • Ability to obtain a security clearance; applicants must be U.S. Citizens • This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future

🏖️ Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match • Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage • Life insurance • Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn • Nine paid holidays • On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations • Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount • Tuition assistance • Service recognition