Core Programmer Analyst III at Kitsap Credit Union in Bremerton, Washington

Job Description:

About Us:



Kitsap Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative with more than 300 employees and 16 branches throughout Western Washington. We have a passion for making a positive difference. As a $2 + billion-asset credit union, we are deeply committed to our members' financial wellbeing and the prosperity and quality of life in the communities we serve. We are proud to be led by individuals with the experience and skills to drive our organization towards our goals for strategic growth and operational excellence. Our KCU Cares Foundation program focuses on providing resources and support for those struggling with homelessness or hunger and improving the financial well-being of the people in our communities. And beyond monetary efforts, we have provided thousands of hours in staff volunteerism and in-kind support.

At Kitsap Credit Union, our success is built on trust-based relationships and personalized service. We understand our employees are key to our success. They provide the personalized service to our members and contribute to the communities where we live. We are committed to providing a supportive, mission-driven, and inclusive culture where employees can grow their careers. To learn more, visit kitsapcu.org.



About the Role:


Kitsap Credit Union is searching for a Core Programmer Analyst III to join our IT team. This position serves as a subject matter expert on the core banking platform to include analyzing the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and provide technical support. It will include programming various jobs on the core banking platform. This position will also serve as a Lead to other Core Programmer Analysts.



What you will do:

• Create, modify, and update system jobs, schedules, reports, and procedures to comply with all operational solutions.
• Monitor core databases for data quality, efficiency, reliability, and performance. Recommend potential enhancements in process or performance.
• Research and implement new solutions from the core provider that are requested by management.
• Support other Core Programmer/Analysts with testing all software releases.
• Support projects to enhance, upgrade of core banking environment and third-party applications. Demonstrate service excellence in delivering successful solutions, including helping define requirements, application deployment, implementing best-practices, supporting testing efforts, and providing documentation while working with business units.
• Effectively communicate application problems and issues to key stakeholders including management, development teams, and end users.
• Provide second level technical support for Core related tickets. Trend core system tickets to find resolutions to deeper issues.
• Provide 24X7 on-call system support for Information Technology and cover shifts as required on a rotation basis.
• Liaise with vendors as needed for on-going system support, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality about core systems and data.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors' Degree in Computer Science, equivalent education, or eight to ten years of experience with core mainframe systems
• Ten years' experience with UNIX and AIX
• Ten years' experience as a system programmer analyst
• Five years' experience with HTML,SQL, and JAVA script experience
• Ten years' experience with mainframe backup and scheduling software

Our Values:


Integrity: We believe in acting with honesty, trust, and respect which are at the forefront of our daily engagement.


Responsibility: We believe that responsibility is holding ourselves accountable for our decisions, actions, and their outcomes.


Collaboration: We believe in the power of a diverse group of people working together to achieve a united outcome.


Authenticity: We believe activities in actions that demonstrate our commitment to be transparent, dependable, and genuine in every day.



Quick Facts:



Seniority Level: Individual Contributor


Reports to: IT Operations Manager


Employment type: Exempt, Hybrid, Salaried, Full-time


Salary Range: $93,594.98 to $114,000 depending on experience


Bonus Target: 10% potential incentive of base pay


Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM


Grade: 13BC


Industry: Banking



What We Offer:


Not only are we one of the largest credit unions in Washington State, and growing, but we are also a company that cares about its employees. We back that up for our employees by offering competitive pay and a benefits package that helps support you and your family's lifestyle. We value our employees, and we strive to keep our benefits comprehensive and affordable. Some of our benefits include:

• Free onsite parking
• Annual time off and sick time accrued
• 11 Paid holidays
• 1 Personal day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Choose from a PPO medical plan or a High Deductible with a Health Savings Account
• 3% KCU funded Safe Harbor Contribution to your 401K
• KCU will match up to 2% of your 401K contributions
• All 401K contributions are 100% vested
• Potential annual incentive in all roles within Kitsap Credit Union
• Tuition reimbursement
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• Discounts on KCU's products and services
• Paid Care.com membership

We believe in the power of belonging - it's in our DNA as a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative. Our un-bank-like structure ensures that we remain all about people: our members, our employees, and the people in the communities where we live and work. We work hard to provide a collaborative and inclusive environment where you can grow and excel in your career.

We are dedicated to serving our members by providing personalized experiences, convenient access, and highly competitive products and services. But it goes much deeper than that. For more than 86 years, we have been relentless about making a positive difference in our communities. We understand that when our members and communities succeed, we all succeed, and that success can't happen without great employees. If this is the kind of organization, you're looking for.


****** Employment is contingent upon satisfactory credit, background, and reference checks. Kitsap Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to sex, marital status, race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. ******

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