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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Computer Specialist III, Software - **Company:** The Mta - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $122,715.0 - $138,441.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Applications, Bash Shell, Mobile Application Development, Computer Programming, System Configuration, Data Transmissions, Web Development, Perl (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Linux System Administration, Linux Commands, Mainframes, Software Configuration Management, System Programming, Scripting, Software Application Programming, Information Technology, Performance Monitor - **Published:** July 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gjdm7v ## About the Role Computer Specialist III 1.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in computer science or a related computer field and two years of satisfactory full-time computer software experience in computer systems development and analysis, applications programming, database administration, maintenance and support, systems programming, data communications, mainframe development, mobile development, web development and design, including one year in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or 2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of satisfactory full-time computer software experience as described in "1" above, including one year in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project; or 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience in "2" above on the basis that 60 semester credits from an accredited college is equated to one year of experience. A master's degree in computer science or a related computer field, or a certificate of at least 625 hours in computer programming from an accredited technical school (post high school), may be substituted for one year of the required experience in "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of satisfactory full-time experience in a project leader capacity or as a major contributor on a complex project. DESIRED SKILLS: + Experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and other electronic testing devices + Ability to calibrate equipment and perform routine maintenance to ensure accurate testing + Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose issues in electronic circuits and systems + Understanding of analog and digital circuit design and operation + Ability to read and interpret circuit diagrams and schematics + Proficiency in using the Linux command line for file management, process monitoring, and system configuration + Basic skills in managing user permissions, software installation, and troubleshooting Linux-based systems + Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Perl for automation and testing tasks. + Understanding of programming fundamentals (e.g., loops, conditionals, functions) to write and modify scripts or code as needed; additionally National Instruments testing equipment. LabView and Test Stand SELECTION METHOD Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment. All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal. ## Description The selected candidate will be responsible for performing the supportability analysis of electronic and electromechanical assemblies associated with the Contractually obligated Test Equipment. The selected candidate will review, comment and report on documents, schematics and drawings; attend vendor design reviews; and participate in the acceptance testing and first article hardware and software. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; the review, development and execution of test plans; problem resolution; execution and validation of fault insertion demonstrations. performance monitoring and software configuration compliance; assisting in the testing and debugging of hardware and embedded software within vendor supplied test equipment during the acceptance process and preparation of documentation for management of personnel and test procedure development. Using physical operating specifications and test parameters of circuit boards and higher order modules, test program software shall be written and integrated on a functional test platform to allow for functional testing and troubleshooting of electronic boards or modules. Additional responsibilities will also include the development of test procedures and test programs to be hosted on various in-house automatic test equipment platforms in support of the test equipment; full life cycle project management; hands-on installation, upgrade and testing of various bench test equipment platforms; liaise with various support and material vendors, inhouse maintenance groups and user departments and provide technical support and knowledge transfer (as required) to shop staff. ## Related Videos - [You’re a great coder? That alone won’t get you far: The soft skills secret in IT success](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1076-you-re-a-great-coder-that-alone-won-t-get-you-far-the-soft-skills-secret-in-it-success) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) - [JavaScript? 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