Data Processing Programmer Analyst

Work from Home position requiring occasional on-site presence at our facility in Robbinsville, NJ.

• Responsible for development, maintenance, and execution of code modules / software tools to support sophisticated, high-volume direct mail projects
• Ensure accuracy of all processed data and system related reports. Interfaces with Imaging, Pre-Press, Production and Client Services to insure client expectations are met
• Utilize Data Processing systems and software to create output production files and other files/reports and to perform typical Data Processing functions including:
  • Data Hygiene
    • Right fielding
    • Match / Consolidate
    • Punctuation
    • Casing
    • Calculations
    • Suppression processing
    • Select processing
    • Sign off file creation
    • Any other processes dictated by client or departmental needs
  • Postal Processing
    • CASS processing
    • Postal presort processing
    • NCOA processing
    • Planet Coding / IMB appends
    • Production and QC of associated reports
    • Any other postal processes dictated by client or departmental needs
  • Data Audit Reporting
    • Producing input / output data dumps
    • Return of NCOA rejected records
    • Any other reports dictated by client or departmental needs
  • Audit and QC
    • Self QC and Audit of all tasks performed
    • Cross departmental audit of DP functions as directed by Management
• Data Processors must also be versed in Data Control functions for redundancy purposes. These include:
  • Log and store client source data into data file inventory system
  • Provide the Customer Service Manager technical support for all Client file transmissions and receipts
  • Provide initial state counts from input files
• Ensure accuracy between client data, personalization instructions, and final output
• Review job specifications to identify time constraints and report potential trouble spots to DP Management
• Execute and prioritize all projects assigned in order to meet deadlines
• Communicate status of jobs at key time intervals to DP Management
• Support Client Services by reviewing DP instructions and sharing technical knowledge
• Promote quality work and maintain a professional work environment
• Identify opportunities to improve processes (including task automation), make recommendations and be prepared to answer the “why” questions that may surface due to lack of understanding
• Exercise independent judgment in the course of carrying out job functions
• Must be available to work overtime during the week and on weekends during heavy workload periods that require increased work hours
• Support the direction and philosophy of the company
• Adherence to all Budco policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook and directed by Management

Qualifications:

• Microsoft .Net (web forms/mvc/console applications/web services/apis). Preferably c# is required
• Sql Server (programming objects/procedures/db design and setup etc). Also query optimization and tracing is required
• Bulk Mailers/Postal applications
• XML experience – reading and writing
• Print Net T/Quadient Inspire
• Pageflex
• Technical troubleshooting at server level and printers etc.
• Unix/unix scripting experience

• Advanced knowledge of Data Processing processes, systems and software
• Basic logic programming skills, including familiarity with data types, syntax scripting and control structures
• Must have excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Solid understanding of Data Processing workflow
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to comprehend DP system changes and integrate them with Budco procedures
• Ability to work independently and as an integral team member
• Ability to maintain order in an environment of ever-changing priorities
• Microsoft applications
• Familiarity with FTP, PGP encryption and Zip File formats
• Ability to debug others code/ reverse engineer code
• Ability to manage own time schedule/strong time management
• Ability to work in production environment
• Ability to document processes and procedures
• Strong communication skills