Systems Programmer

IT - Clemson University - Programmer - AdvancedLocation: Clemson, SC (100% remote)Duration: Long Term Client: State of SCThe State of South Carolina is looking for a Programmer - AdvancedThis position is open due to the ongoing workload required by the Medicaid IT Systems and the need to have resources to support the various claims adjudication and payment processes that have been developed in the past. There are also new projects slated for FY26 that will need resources.Will close to submissions on 9/12 at 5:00PM EST.Interview Process: 1 round, phone callDuration of the Contract: 12 monthsPossibility for Extension: YesWork Location: Role is 100% remoteCandidate location: No SC residency required. Open to nationwide candidates. (continental US and EST time hours)Challenging, fast-paced, team environment working on Medicaid System for State of SC.This project includes backfill on production systems, potentially working on smaller short term projects and includes working with customers, development staff, operational staff and QA staff.Daily Duties / Responsibilities:Work collaboratively with the MEDICAID services MMIS and MEDS Teams to make coding changes to Cobol and Ads programs using an IDMS Network Database or IDMS Relational Database, Technical and design specifications. Debug, unit test, and integration test coding changes. Support Quality Assurance staff during QA, User Acceptance, and External Testing by making needed coding changes. Communicate effectively in both written and spoken communication. Work collaboratively with Clemson staff and other contracted staff. Perform On-Call duties on a rotational basis.Required Skills (rank in order of Importance): Mainframe, MVS COBOL, JCL, IDMS/Network, CA-ADSSoft skills Required: Effective Communication Skills (written and oral), Adaptability, Flexibility, Self-motivation, Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Time Management, Ability to work effectively in a stressful environmentPreferred Skills (rank in order of Importance): Changeman, Sas, File-aidRequired Education: High School Diploma and 10 years’ experience in computer system development and modification.