Applications Developer

Process Displays Co.

Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 70,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contrib

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

8 Paid Holidays

Flex Time

Job summary

PD Instore designs and supports internal software tools and automations that run the company’s operations. The role focuses on turning spreadsheet-driven processes into reliable applications, including Dynamics 365 ERP integration and order workflows.

You will collaborate with Estimating, Engineering, Production, IT, and Sales to gather requirements, prototype quickly, validate results, and hand off documented, maintainable solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/SE or equivalent demonstrated experience.
Experience building tools, scripts, or automations used by others.
Knowledge of ERP or manufacturing systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop, test, and maintain internal applications and tools supporting estimating, engineering, production, and sales.
Create automations replacing manual tasks using scripting, Office Scripts, and Power Platform.
Support Dynamics 365 ERP data mapping, validation, and integration work with connected systems.
Gather requirements from non-technical stakeholders and translate to technical specs.
Document user guides and provide training and post-launch support.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

Python

VBA

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Power Platform

Excel

Office Scripts

Power Automate

SharePoint

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Multiple Locations - Minneapolis, MN 55427

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary

Mission

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer's experience.

About PD

Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.

Summary

Designs, builds, and supports the internal software tools, automations, and integrations that PD Instore's business runs on. Working within Sustainability, this role turns manual, spreadsheet-driven processes into reliable applications - spanning the Dynamics 365 ERP implementation, engineering automation, and order workflows. Partners directly with Estimating, Engineering, Production, IT, and Sales to gather requirements, prototype quickly, validate results against real jobs, and hand off documented, maintainable solutions.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Develops, tests, and maintains internal applications and tools that support estimating, engineering, production, and sales workflows
Builds process automation using Office Scripts, Power Automate, VBA, and scripting languages to replace manual and repetitive tasks
Supports the Dynamics 365 ERP implementation through data mapping, validation, and integration work between D365 and connected systems
Gathers requirements from non-technical stakeholders and translates them into working specifications and functional prototypes
Writes and maintains user documentation and provides training and post-launch support to internal users
Performs other duties as assigned
Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

Proficiency in one or more: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, C#, VBA, SQL
Working knowledge of the Microsoft 365 and Power Platform ecosystem (Excel, Office Scripts, Power Automate, SharePoint)
Familiarity with relational databases, REST APIs, and version control (Git)
Ability to read and debug an unfamiliar codebase and explain how it behaves
Ability to translate business problems described in non-technical language into technical requirements
Clear written and verbal communication; able to present work to leadership and to shop-floor users
Manages multiple concurrent projects and communicates status and blockers proactively
Exposure to ERP (Dynamics 365), or manufacturing systems preferred
Curiosity and initiative - comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where requirements evolve
Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

Education/Certification

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field required; equivalent demonstrated experience considered
Relevant certifications a plus (e.g., Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Power Platform, Dynamics 365)

Experience

0-2 years of professional software development, automation, or applications development experience; internship, co-op, or equivalent project work qualifies
Demonstrated experience building working tools - applications, scripts, macros, or automations - that other people use
Experience gathering requirements from stakeholders and iterating on feedback
Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or ERP environment preferred but not required

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday.
Primarily an office-based role; extended periods of sitting and computer/keyboard use are required
Occasional time on the production floor and in engineering areas, including required personal protective equipment
Occasional travel between PD locations

Benefits and perks we offer to full-time, regular employees