Systems Programmer

As a Systems Programmer at FIS Global, your main responsibilities include developing and managing applications, databases, and APIs, overseeing the software lifecycle from deployment to troubleshooting, and implementing robust code testing strategies. You will also build a microservice architecture and manage cloud services on AWS, all while adhering to agile development practices.

To qualify for the Systems Programmer position at FIS Global, you'll need to have at least four years of experience as a full-stack engineer in a B2B setting, alongside extensive knowledge of coding in languages like Java, JavaScript, NodeJS, and Python. Experience with test automation tools and a strong understanding of microservice and database architecture are also vital.

FIS Global believes in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for professional and personal development. As a Systems Programmer, you will have access to resources aimed at helping you advance your career through mentorship programs, training workshops, and inclusive team environments dedicated to innovation in the fintech space.

At FIS Global, the work culture is rooted in inclusivity and diversity, encouraging team collaboration and innovation. You will be part of a supportive atmosphere where everyone's ideas are valued and the focus is on achieving collective success in the fintech industry.

FIS Global offers a competitive salary range, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes opportunities for community involvement, a healthy work-life balance, and resources aimed at fostering both professional growth and personal well-being.

When answering this question, detail your specific experience designing and implementing microservices. Highlight any projects where you've improved scalability or maintainability, and discuss the tools or frameworks you’ve used to facilitate these processes.

Be ready to discuss specific projects where you utilized languages such as Java or Python, detailing the problems you solved and how your coding contributed to the overall project success. Provide examples that show a range of capabilities in both front-end and back-end development.

When answering, outline your systematic approach to troubleshooting, including how you gather information, isolate variables, and implement solutions. Include an example of a complex issue you resolved and the overall impact it had on your team or project.

Discuss your experience with code review processes, testing strategies like TDD, and the tools you've employed for automated testing, like Cucumber or Jenkins. Give concrete examples of how these practices have caught bugs or improved software quality.

Emphasize your hands-on experience with AWS services, sharing specific examples of projects where you managed cloud infrastructure, optimized costs, or implemented backup and disaster recovery plans. Illustrate your understanding of cloud best practices and security.

Describe your preferred methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum, and discuss the benefits you've seen in team collaboration and project outcomes. Share your experience with working in iterative cycles and adjusting based on feedback.

Highlight a specific project where teamwork was crucial. Discuss your role in the collaboration, the challenges the team faced, and how you all succeeded, emphasizing communication and how you leveraged each other's strengths.

Mention your methods for keeping up with industry trends, like online courses, tech blogs, webinars, or networking. Provide examples of how you've applied new knowledge or tools in your work to enhance your contributions.

Discuss critical aspects such as user experience, scalability, security, and maintainability. Share your process for gathering requirements and how you incorporate stakeholder feedback throughout the design phase.

Share a genuine challenge you've faced, such as keeping up with rapid technological changes or debugging complex systems. Explain how you've approached overcoming these challenges and what you've learned from them.