Software Developer

Louis W Jeffrey

404-***-**** (Cell)

678-***-**** (Home)

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Lithonia, GA 30038

act67x@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisjeffrey

Summary

I have over 30 years of experience in Software Development in online and batch processing in IBM Mainframe environments utilizing OS/MVS operating systems architecture. I am experience in analysis, design, programming, implementation, maintenance, enhancement, and identifying effective solutions for complex mainframe applications to meet current needs and future expectations of a business seeking a position as a Senior Mainframe COBOL Developer allowing me to use my skills (COBOL, CICS, MVS JCL, VSAM, IMS, Oracle, DB2, SQL Server Management Studio 2008, SSIS packages, SQL Server Jobs using SQL Server Management Studio 2012 with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010, TSO/ISPF, CNTL-M, Expediter, and Intertest) to lend my expertise to an organization looking to grow. Most recently, I have been working as a Senior Developer at Macys Systems and Technology from May 2010 to November 2015. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from South Carolina State University.

Experience

Macys Systems and Technology, Johns Creek, GA

May 2010 to Nov. 2015

Senior Developer

Created programs to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing data, retrieving data. Revised and repaired existing programs. Adapted programs to new requirements. Applied knowledge of subject matter. Consulted with management, technical staff, and other programmers. Performed systems analysis. Documented program development. Used data base management system software such as Microsoft SQL Server. Used data base user interface and query software such as Structured query language SQL. Applied programming language skills including: COBOL, CICS, MVS JCL, VSAM, IMS, Oracle, DB2, SQL Server Management Studio 2008, SSIS packages, SQL Server Jobs using SQL Server Management Studio 2012 with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 Assigned, coordinated, and reviewed work and activities of programming personnel. Compiled and wrote documentation of programmed development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program. Conducted trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct. Consulted with and assisted computer operators and system analysts to define and resolved problems in running computer programs. Consulted with managerial and technical personnel to clarify programmed intent, identify problems, and suggest changes. Corrected errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the programmed to ensure that the desired results are produced. Performed and directed revision, repaired, and expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency and adapt to new requirements. Prepared detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language. Trained subordinates in programming and programmed coding. Wrote, analyzed, reviewed, and rewrote programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic. Wrote, updated, and maintained computer programs and software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing and retrieving data, and controlling other equipment.

Nextsource, Johns Creek, GA

July 2009 to May 2010

Contract Software Developer

Wrote computer programs to meet project goals and specifications. Conducted trial runs of programs. Ensured that programs retrieved information accurately. Ensured that programs produced desired information accurately. Debugged programs to ensure they run smoothly. Updated and maintained computer programs. Created programs to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing data, retrieving data. Adapted programs to new requirements. Consulted with technical staff, other programmers. Applied programming language skills including: SQL Server 2008, DTS packages, TOAD, ORACLE, MVS/JCL, and COBOL Completed programming projects including: 2009 Fedbrands AMP – Finance – Exceed_AIM Hardware Upgrade Project to upgrade from SQL Server 2000 to SQL Server 2008 platform. Modified DTS packages, Jobs, and Schedules using SQL Server 2008, and TOAD for ORACLE 9i/11g to modify existing stored procedures Used software tools including: ISPF, Expediter, TOAD, Sync sort

Software Paradigms International (SPI), Atlanta, ID

Jan. 2007 to Feb. 2009

Software Developer

Wrote computer programs to meet project goals and specifications. Conducted trial runs of programs. Ensured that programs retrieved information accurately. Ensured that programs produced desired information accurately. Debugged programs to ensure they run smoothly. Updated and maintained computer programs. Applied knowledge of subject matter. Consulted with management, technical staff. Performed systems analysis. Applied programming language skills including: COBOL 390 and ORACLE Completed programming projects including: FPS 2008 AMP - MMG Invoices project (FedPay Interface process) on mainframe platform OS/390, using COBOL 390, and ORACLE 9i.

Assortment Merchandizing Release 1-1.2 project on mainframe platform OS/390, using COBOL 390 to Broker Messages via MQ Series, CICS V3.1, and DB2 V8.

MMG Finance R6 Payment Terms (Phase I) project (Payment Auto Release Build - Release Exceptions process) on mainframe platform OS/390, using COBOL 390 and ORACLE 9i.

ACCENTURE, Atlanta, GA

Jan. 1999 to July 2006

Technical Architect (BASA) / Environment Support Specialist (BASA)

Designed scenarios. Tested system modifications for function and efficiency. Created tests to address software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error/bug retests. Prioritized testing focuses. Documented software errors using a bug tracking system. Reported bugs to software developers. Tracked bug resolution efforts and successes. Provided input on potential problems, schedules. Used operating systems software such as UNIX. Worked on operating systems including: MVS/OS, UNIX, and PC platforms

Military Service

Captain, Air Defense Artillery

Oct. 1975 to Nov. 1981

United States Army Reserves

197th Infantry Brigade (Separate), FORSCOM Mar. 1976 to Oct. 1978

Army Commendation Medal

Skills

COBOL, CICS, MVS JCL, VSAM, IMS, Oracle, DB2, SQL Server Management Studio 2008, SSIS packages, SQL Server Jobs using SQL Server Management Studio 2012 with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010, TSO/ISPF, CNTL-M, Expediter, and Intertest

Technical Skills

CICS (Advanced) 20+ Years

COBOL (74/85/390) (Advanced) 20+ Years

BAL (Intermediate) 3 Years

MVS/JCL (Advance) 20+ Years

TSO/ISPF (Advance) 20+ Years

DB2 (QMF, SPUFI, etc.) (Advanced) 7 Years

TOAD (Intermediate) 3 Years

ORACLE (PL\SQL) (Intermediate) 3 Years

Endevor (Advance) 10+ Years

Intertest (Advanced) 20+ Years

Expediter (Advanced) 10+ Years

SQL Server 2008 (Intermediate)

Education

1975 South Carolina State University, Orangeburg, SC

Bachelor of Science (BS): Mathematics

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