Small Talk Developer

Description
Smalltalk Developer
Location
Remote, US Based
Top Skills

• Smalltalk
• OOD experience in C# (preferred), Java, or C
• PL/SQL experience

Description
Maintain a core application, built using Smalltalk language with an on-premises Oracle database. Currently in the implementation phase of modernizing this application to a C# based technology stack and collaborating with an implementation vendor to deliver the new solution.
Seeking an experienced Smalltalk developer to provide technical expertise in Smalltalk, analyze the existing Smalltalk code, and translate business logic and validation rules into plain English/pseudo-code to support the modernization effort. This developer will play a crucial role in ensuring the vendor team fully understands the existing system's functionality and requirements. Additionally, the developer will provide ongoing support for the legacy application as needed.
Modernization of the Legacy Application:

• Support the modernization project by translating Smalltalk code from the existing application.
• Analyze and interpret the legacy Smalltalk application to document business logic and functionality.
• Participate in Agile process, including reviewing user stories and technical reviews of the user stories and acceptance criteria's.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, quality assurance analysts, developers, and stakeholders.
• Facilitate, document, and actively participate in Agile development meetings and work sessions.
• Support testing efforts such as QA and UAT testing on modernized application.

Support for the Existing Legacy Smalltalk Application:

• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for the legacy Smalltalk application as needed.
• Develop use cases and user stories to support future development efforts.
• Assist the Service Desk in diagnosing and resolving production issues, analyzing user problems, and determining the best approach to bug fixes and system stability.
• Offer technical support and assistance for users as needed.
• Conduct design walkthroughs with peers, supervisors, and stakeholders to validate and refine proposed solutions.
• Support testing efforts such as unit testing on legacy application.

Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2025.

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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