Tandem Developer (EPOC/Base24 experience)

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a skilled Senior Tandem Developer s with extensive experience in EPOC and Base24 to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Tandem mainframe environments, payment processing systems, and related technologies to develop, maintain, and enhance mission-critical banking and payment solutions.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.

In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Berkeley Heights, NJ is $125K-$135K /year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and evaluate complex business problems and their impact within transaction processing and back-office application systems.
• Create and develop system applications utilizing standard concepts, practices and procedures.
• Test applications to ensure high quality and performance to required specifications.
• Coordinate and implement new system installations. Perform system walk-through of technical and operational features for new or existing systems.
• Resolve software support issues related to application design specifications.
• Effectively communicate technical information to on-shore and off-shore team members and to non-technical audiences.
• Follow established standards and procedures to develop reliable low-maintenance source code.
• Create and maintain application design specifications as needed and report to a development manager.
• Monitor upcoming new development activity for potential impact to overall environment.
• Work with Business Analysts to refine project functional requirement documentation. Ensure that the finished product is delivered on time, with quality.
• Work closely with other groups like product, business analyst, quality assurance, and project management resources throughout delivery of solutions
• Contribute to the team effort by performing related tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor s degree in computer science, or related field of study (equivalent work experience may be considered)
• 8+ years experience in software development life cycle environment.
• Payment processing industry background
• Experience with HP technology and utilities
• Knowledge if switch network interfaces, ATM/POS authorization, Host Interfaces.
• Background in Tandem utilities, transaction simulators and source repositories

• Able to demonstrate strong leadership, including taking ownership for major project initiatives, working effectively in a team environment, as well as on an independent basis.
• Able to handle changing priorities and multiple projects at the same time in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of experience in requirements analysis and development of technical specifications and applications.
• Strong technical experience with design, development, modeling, application performance tuning, and unit/integration/performance testing.
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills
• Experience developing software using C/C++/TAL/pTAL/COBOL85 is strongly preferred
• Previous EPOC/Base24 experience is a definite plus
• Familiarity with Agile methodology.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.