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# Senior Natural Developer

- **Company:** S R INTERNATIONAL INC
- **Location:** Jackson, MS, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Adaptable Database Systems, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Software Applications, JIRA, Unit Testing, Batch Processing, Computer Programming, Linux, Job Control Language (JCL), Linux System Administration, Scrum Methodology, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Software Troubleshooting, Software Application Programming, Api Design
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f03a823ac3c54834

## About the Role

* 10+ years of experience with Natural Programming and ADABAS
 * Experience running Natural batch processes using JCL and/or SCL
 * 2+ years of experience designing and developing applications on large-scale Linux systems
 * 4+ years of experience with Automated Child Support Systems
 * 3+ years providing System Architecture expertise
 * Experience recommending system and process enhancements
 * Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation, procedures, and policies
 * Experience training end users on software applications
 * Knowledge of Child Support policies, procedures, and federal/state mandates
 * Experience implementing federal and state mandates within Linux-based systems such as METSS
 * Strong troubleshooting and production support skills
 * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Skills

 * Web Services / API development
 * Natural One (SAG Designer)
 * SCRUM / Agile methodologies
 * Jira Software
 * Experience modernizing legacy technologies
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 * Strong problem-solving and time management skills
 * Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously

Technical Environment

 * Natural / Natural One
 * ADABAS
 * Linux
 * Windows
 * JCL / SCL
 * Web Services / APIs
 * Unit Testing
 * Jira
 * SCRUM / Agile

Primary Skills
Natural, ADABAS, Linux, JCL, SCL, Child Support Systems, METSS, Natural One, Web Services, API, Unit Testing, Windows, System Architecture, Jira, SCRUM, Legacy Modernization

## Description

The State of Mississippi is seeking an experienced Senior Natural/ADABAS Developer to support, enhance, and maintain the statewide Child Support System (METSS). The selected consultant will develop new enhancements, integrate with modern technologies and external systems, automate existing processes, and provide ongoing production support in a Linux-based enterprise environment.
Important: This is a 100% onsite position. There is an incumbent currently supporting the role, but the agency is required to interview additional qualified candidates. No MBR.


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