•Work with the Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS) software developed by the Defense Finance Accounting Service.
• Collaborate within an integrated team encompassing strategic, program, engineering, financial, and acquisition management to deliver and operate complex defense systems.
• Utilize IBM Mainframe development tools for software development processes, including requirements analysis, software design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment/installation, and maintenance.
• Use IDMS, SQL, COBOL, DB2, REXX, and FOCUS to enhance and optimize the performance of defense systems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Tools for various project-related tasks and documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to contribute to the overall software development life cycle and meet project objectives.
• Contribute to the improvement and refinement of software development processes and methodologies.
• Stay current with industry best practices and technological advancements relevant to defense system software development.
• Provide support for troubleshooting, issue resolution, and system maintenance as needed.
• Leverage programming skills to address challenges and enhance the functionality of defense systems.
• Participate in cross-functional discussions and meetings to align software development efforts with project goals.

Key Technologies: 
IDMS
IBM Mainframe development
SQL
COBOL
DB2
REXX
FOCUS
MS Suite of Tools

Desired Skills:
• Programming skills with experience in languages such as COBOL, REXX, and familiarity with IBM Mainframe development tools. 
• Knowledge and experience in database systems, paricularly in IDMS, SQL, and DB2. 
Experience with additional tools such as FOCUS for data manaegment, analaysis, and reporting would be considered advantageous. 

Optimus Technology is a SDVO (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned) small business founded in 2010. We are known for our exceptionally talented group of Engineers and Technical experts with superior knowledge and experience in Cyber Technologies and the latest technology trends. Our dedication in pairing the right Optimus Technologist with the right customer solution is at the core of our Partnership commitment and critical to the performance and satisfaction of our employees, the pinnacle of the Optimus culture.

Why us?

We strive to provide the best well-rounded benefits package available. 

• Premium health, dental, and vision package 
• Company funded HRA 
• 401k company contributions
• Employer paid group term life insurance policy
• Tuition assistance and career development 
• Short-term and long-term disability 
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Referral bonuses
• Company outings, giveaways & more

Optimus practices a policy of non-discrimination and is fully committed to the principles of equality in employment and opportunity for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, gender, race, religion, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit based factor.