Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Application Specialist 1 in Dallas, TX

The Application Specialist I will be responsible for development and implementation of new/improved functionality to the Dave & Busters suite of I.T. Store Systems products. The Application Specialist I will create and test potential solutions, maintain software development environments and ensure software properly interfaces to other D&B systems. They will also participate in design reviews and cross-group collaboration working well with fellow developers. The Application Specialist I will primarily focus on Store System integration and process streamlining through automation. This position reports to the Director of Store Systems.


Roles and Responsibilities
. Respond promptly and professionally to bug reports.
. Review and repair legacy code.
. Conduct system analysis and development to keep our systems current with changing technologies.
. Responsible for developing new programs and proofing the program to develop needed changes to assure production of a quality product.
. Writes, edits and debugs new computer programs for assigned projects.
. Tests new programs to ensure that logic and syntax are correct, and that program results are accurate.
. Document code consistently throughout the development process.
. Provide feedback to management about performance considerations / usability issues concerning software specifications and implementation.
. Review changes in code and the environment that will affect system performance.
. Updates and modifications to computer programs to improve efficiency.
. Develop automated interfaces to Store Systems to improve efficiency.
. Project management duties as it relates to assigned applications
. Code application components to meet software requirements using all applicable reusable components.
. Provide detail oriented application solutions.
. Research, resolve, and code application requirements as provided by business analysts or project leads.
. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and D&B's Project Management standards and practices.
. Acquire and maintain current knowledge of core application components as they apply to system integration.
. Participate in team projects that enhance the software quality and/or functionality.
. Apply development department goals as required to daily development practice.
Experience: Abilities and prerequisites: Working knowledge of computer languages, data structures, computer logic, flow charting, database & computer program design methods. Ability to learn new technologies quickly. Good knowledge of mathematical/statistical principles and formulas. Ability to work productively in a team environment.

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