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# Senior ALC Developer

- **Company:** Maximus, Inc.
- **Location:** Jackson, MS, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000 - $165,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Assembly Language, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Computer Literacy, Endevor, Systems Analysis, Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), Strategies of Testing, Z/OS, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3505229416&tx=IT878TYI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

This full time position is contingent upon contract award and position availability. A current MBI is preferred.

Maximus is seeking a Sr. Assembler Language Computer (ALC) Programmer to support our Internal Revenue Service (IRS) IO&A project.

This position is remote, and candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus)., '- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 5+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 * Computer Professional Job Profile.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

 * Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required. An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for degree.
 * At least five (5) years of related experience required.
 * Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus).
 * Experience with IBM ALC programming language in a Z/OS environment.
 * Experience with IBM Job Control Language (JCL).
 * Good verbal and written communication skills.
 * Demonstrated success in client support.
 * Ability to interface with all levels of management.
 * Ability to perform complex tasks with minimal supervision and guidance.
 * Excellent time management, scheduling and organizational skills.
 * Ability to work well independently or in a team setting.
 * Knowledge of federal information security policies, standards, procedures, directives, and risk management processes.
 * Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for at least three (3) years, and Federal Tax compliant., * At least eight (8) years of related experience preferred.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 * Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
 * Ability to work well independently or in a team setting.
 * Preferred qualifications and experience include: experience with TSO, File Manager, ISPF, Endevor, and IBM utilities including De-Bug; experience with IRS Corporate Systems.

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## Description

* Preform requirements analysis to develop detailed technical specifications and anticipate integration considerations.
 * Design and implement complex software components and perform advanced programming tasks across multiple technologies.
 * Resolve complex defects, evaluate broader system impacts, and develop robust enhancements.
 * Drive improvements in coding standards, development workflows, testing strategies, and operational practices.
 * Provide knowledge transfer, coaching, and informal mentoring to lower-level developers.

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 * Create, update, test, and maintain IBM ALC programs.
 * Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure that they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
 * Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
 * Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
 * Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
 * Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
 * Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer.
 * Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, adding comments to software application code so others can understand the program.
 * Prepare and maintain 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.
 * Work with CSA's (Computer Systems Analysts) to define and resolve problems in running computer programs.