Tibco Focus/WebFOCUS Application Specialist - TECKpert

We are looking for a Tibco Focus/WebFOCUS Application Specialist to support our client based in Tallahassee, Florida.

US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY.  

This is an remote position. 

*No third parties and no sponsorship*

Who we are

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in beautiful Miami, FL, TECKpert is a tech consulting and staff augmentation firm.  At TECKpert, we offer a contingent workforce built for any size digital transformation project. Experts in design, development, IT, analytics and marketing, provide innovative digital solutions to achieve success in our new economy. Our leaders identify the technical talent best suited to bolster our client’s capabilities, across all industries, including, healthcare, government, finance, legal, real estate, and startups.

The Opportunity

Our client's remediation team is engaged in a significant effort to re-engineer and modernize core financial systems. A wide array of IT assets have been identified as performing financial planning, analysis, and management functions, all of which are impacted by the State of Florida's new accounting system. This multiyear endeavor aims to replace existing accounting and cash management systems with a modern financial management solution.

As part of the transition, we are seeking a skilled Tibco Focus/WebFOCUS Application Specialist. This role is vital for analyzing, documenting, and updating existing programs, reports, and interfaces developed over the past twenty years.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformative project that will impact the financial infrastructure of the entire state. Working in Florida, you will enjoy the benefits of a vibrant lifestyle, beautiful weather, and a diverse cultural scene. Your contributions will not only help modernize financial systems but also support the success and efficiency of state government operations.

Join us in making a difference in the financial landscape of Florida. Be a part of our dedicated team and contribute to a project that has statewide importance. If you are passionate about financial systems and eager to apply your skills in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze and document current Focus programs and WebFocus reports.
• Collaborate with management to develop a remediation strategy for all Focus programs and reports.
• Enhance existing reports based on current business needs.
• Convert WebFocus and Mainframe Focus queries to T-SQL.
• Work with database administrators to create views and stored procedures.
• Update programs and reports to reflect new chart of account changes.
• Transition mainframe programs using flat files to database tables.
• Analyze financial data to improve the data model.
• Administer the WebFocus environment for the dedicated remediation project.
• Transfer knowledge to technical staff within the Comptroller's office.

Compensation and Term 

This opportunity is for a full-time, contract position with possible extensions and pay commensurate with experience up to $135,000 per year. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance available after 30 days of hire.

Qualifications you need

A successful Tibco Focus/WebFOCUS Application Specialist has the following experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Technology, Finance, or a related field. Equivalent work experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Tibco Mainframe Focus or WebFocus.
• Preferred experience with MS Power BI.
• Development experience with mainframe Focus and WebFocus.
• Familiarity with IBM mainframe and Job Control Language (JCL).
• Strong SQL skills and experience with IBM DB2.
• Proficiency in data governance best practices.
• Experience creating financial data reports.
• Analytical thinking for relevant data report creation.
• Implementation of solutions with multiple data sources.
• Knowledge of modern reporting tools such as MS Power BI, IBM Cognos, and Tableau.
• Understanding of the SCRUM Framework.
• Knowledge of financial systems like ERP.
• Familiarity with data management concepts such as Data Warehousing, Operational Data Stores, Data Lakes, and Master Data Management.

Working with us

Working with TECKpert means more options. As new opportunities arise, you tell us what you think is a good fit for you. What industries interest you most? Do you prefer an on-location, 9-5? Or would you want a flexible schedule and remote work? We proudly offer a wide variety of roles. Many of our TECKperts enjoy coworking and skills training coupled with the stability of full-time employment. We believe TECKpert gives today's digital professionals an agile path to start and advance their career. All of our opportunities require at least 20 hours per week and can be one to twelve months in length. Choose the opportunity that matches your interest and desired cadence. 

Next Steps

Thank you for applying. If you are selected, we will reach out for a skills assessment and to schedule a short prescreen video call to get to know you better. We will also be in touch for any future roles your profile will match with.

TECKpert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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