Provides the technical leadership to resolve an end-user request or incident report. Assists the business unit in defining requirements for services. Designs, documents, and recommends mainframe programming solutions. Establishes schedules for analysis, programming, and project completion/implementation. Programs, tests, debugs, and documents approved solutions using mainframe programming. Prepares comprehensive test plans to ensure program performance and efficiency. Coordinates user functional testing with appropriate individuals. Prepares written documentation to guide the deployment of approved solutions throughout the software development cycle. Coordinates implementation of approved solutions with appropriate individuals. Reports progress.