Application Developer

Link Technologies (LinkTechConsulting.com), a Las Vegas-based IT consulting firm, is currently seeking an Application Developer to join our team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, management information systems, or closely related field.

Two (2) years of professional IT experience relevant to the duties of the position, applications analysis and development.

Professional experience analyzing user requirements and developing and implementing computer-based solutions.

Experience reviewing available hardware and / or software tools and making appropriate recommendations.

Ability to perform technical work involving identification of user requirements, coding, development, and implementation of computer-based solutions, including problem analysis and solution implementation for moderately complex situations.

Experience performing analytical and technical work where user or project requirements are of moderate complexity.

Ability to develop detailed plans for problem segmentation and inter-module linkage and to implement individual components.

Experience determining project objectives through analysis of user needs.

Ability to determine the nature and sequence of tasks required to produce an effective solution.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Application Development :

Analyze programming needs and develop applications that improve efficiency of processes and operations.

Work with users to identify and implement modifications that would make existing applications more effective.

Use testing to successfully troubleshoot and resolve problems as they occur so applications are reliable and provide accurate information.

Work effectively with vendors to develop programming to advance the development of information technology systems.

Create and maintain adequate application documentation for technical users as well as end-users.

Database Administration :

Maintain databases to ensure a smooth operating environment on a daily basis.

Maintain adequate security, backup, and restoration strategies for databases.

Analyze malfunctions as soon as they are identified, develop recommendations, and implement solutions.

Network :

When needed as backup staff, ensure smooth system and network operations and address problems as they arise.

Serve as a resource on system / network administration to other IT Professionals and provide training to ensure smooth network operations and prevent system and network errors.

Information Security :

Ensure compliance with information security policies.

Computer Operations :

When needed as backup staff, ensure smooth computer operations and address user / helpdesk needs as they arise.

Training :

Develop and provide user training so that it is timed in conjunction with the release of new or updated applications.

Proactively work with supervisors to schedule and provide training for new staff and refresher training for existing staff when needed.

Schedule and provide training requested by users in a timely manner to meet operational needs.

Link Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors protected by law.