Senior ALC Developer - Fully Remote, Direct Hire

Company: Maximus Inc.
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 1, 2026

Job Description:

Maximus is seeking a Sr. Assembler Language Computer (ALC) Programmer to support our Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Master File project. The Sr. ALC Programmer will provide program analysis, design and development support, maintain source code and modify and/or upgrade code, and conduct testing and debugging, as necessary. This is a fully remote, direct hire role. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the IRS-required Moderate Risk Background Investigation (MBI). The MBI requires the selected candidate be a U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident (Green card) status for at least 3 years. The MBI certification process will take 4 to 5 months, unless the candidate already holds an active MBI, which may shorten the timeline. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide design and implementation expertise to a cross-functional software development team. - Design and develop software applications from business requirements in collaboration with other team members. - Support testing and remediate defects. - May provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within job area. 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 Minimum Requirements - Bachelors degree in relevant field of study and 5 years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Job-Specific Minimum Requirements: - Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university required. An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for degree - At least eight (8) years of related experience required - Experience with IBM ALC programming language in a Z/OS environment - Experience with IBM Job Control Language (JCL) - Strong 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 - Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain an IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active IRS Moderate Risk MBI is a plus). This requirement includes being a US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for at least three (3) years, and Federal Tax compliant Preferred Skills and Qualifications: - Experience with TSO, File Manager, ISPF, Endevor, and IBM utilities including De-Bug; experience with IRS Corporate Systems - Knowledge of federal information security policies, standards, procedures, directives, and risk management processes EEO Statement Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidates education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximuss total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicants salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances. Accommodations Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. Minimum Salary $ 115,000.00 Maximum Salary $ 166,000.00

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