Senior Applications Developer

010 Weis Markets, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Weis Markets seeks a Senior Application Developer to provide technical and functional support for multiple applications. You will work with business SMEs to define requirements, mentor teammates, and resolve production issues while following IT standards.

You will develop, review, and document code, perform detailed analysis of databases and processes, and lead requirements and design discussions with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in computer-related field required, minimum 10 years IT experience.
• Solid knowledge of API frameworks and database technologies.
• Experience with .NET or JAVA and the ability to self-manage support/issue priorities.

Responsibilities

• Read, analyze, develop, and maintain program code for custom systems or software packages.
• Perform peer reviews of code and ensure changes follow change control processes.
• Document business use of applications and data challenges with stakeholders.
• Analyze database structures, batch processing, and online processes and document findings.
• Lead requirements gathering and design discussions with technical and business resources.
• Develop and validate unit and system test scripts and assist with UAT and test plans.
• Communicate design ideas and status clearly to associates with varying tech understanding.
• Produce training materials for business and IT audiences.
• Mentor team members and drive initiatives and smaller projects.

Skills

.NET

JAVA

API frameworks

Database technology

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Education

Associate Degree in computer related field

Job description

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and communities? That's WEIS! Location Address: 1000 S. 2nd Street

SUMMARY OF JOB

Senior Application Developers provide both technical and functional support to business users and external vendors / integrators for multiple application systems. They work closely with the business SME to ensure proper procedure /process, determine and build requirement for future enhancements, answer user community questions concerning application functionality, identify production issues and provide resolution for those issues, as well as serve as a mentor for other team members.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Senior Application Developers will be asked to serve as mentors to team associates and will be expected to perform peer review of work completed by those they are mentoring. They will also be expected to lead initiatives and smaller projects, including assignment and review of work completed by other associates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Read, analyze, develop, and maintain program code as part of either a custom system or software package. Code written / maintained is expected to be well-engineered code that is efficient, effective, can be easily read by others, adequately commented, contains proper error handling, adheres to all coding standards and is robust.

Perform peer review of team member’s code to ensure that it meets the guidelines expressed in this paragraph. Ensure that all migrated changes follow proper change control process including sufficient documentation as required by IT and Audit policies. Work closely with business SME personnel to develop and maintain a functional understanding and documentation of the business use of applications, what processes have been developed against the data and functions associated with those applications as well as any data challenges that may exist.

Perform technical detailed analysis on the database structures, database components, batch processing, online processes and functional use of the application then document that analysis in an easy to understand and informative way. Keep existing documentation up to date on a regular basis.

Leads the process of analyzing and streamlining complex client business processes to best align technology solutions with business strategies. Represents user areas in the more complex systems enhancement and design activities. Lead requirement gathering and issue resolution meetings with technical and business resources. Be able to create business requirements definition, functional, system design and technical specifications that are detailed, complete and in compliance with the Weis Markets IT standards.

Develop unit and system test scripts, execute and validate with a high degree of accuracy and completeness. Be able to assist the business team with creation of business UAT and system test plans. Ensure that issues are identified, communicated to appropriate business and technical staff and resolved in a timely manner.

Present design ideas, status reports and application information in a well-organized and effective manner. Will be expected to be able to communicate complex ideas in a clear way to associates with varying level of technological understanding.

Proficient in technology needed in support of application(s), including database and system processing. Demonstrate proficiency in and is able to teach others the technology needed to support application(s), including where applicable: coding languages, database, Internet, Intranet, Extranet, client/server architectures, and interface technologies. Produce training material for both business and IT audiences for technologies and applications.

Will use existing or seek out emerging industry practices when solving business problems. Push creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing industry practices and client mindsets. Will help motivate others to do the same.

Develop positive relationships with client personnel that foster client ties, seeking opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships. Manage client expectations effectively and effectively communicate status of all open work. Maintain documentation for all support and issue resolution tasks associated with support of the application.

Facilitates and ensures compliance of government or regulatory standards (SOX, PCI, internal audit, external audit, etc.). Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate a commitment to corporate success. Encourage others to do the same.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate Degree in computer related field and minimum of 10 years of experience in the Information Technology field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

Solid knowledge of the API frameworks. Solid knowledge in database technology. Experience with .NET or JAVA and has the ability to self manage support/issue priorities. Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to interact with users of varying levels of technological understanding. Strong technical documentation skills. Possesses good time management skills and has the ability to self manage support/issue priorities. Provides leadership and ability to motivate others

WIEIS MARKETS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Weis Markets is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, familial status, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ways things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Weis Markets.

ABOUT US

At Weis Markets, we firmly believe that together, we can achieve anything! Recognizing that our associates are the backbone of our company, it’s a fact that as our associates grow, opportunities are created for others! Being a family company, we’re always looking for friendly and energetic people to join our team to bring creativity and insight to help our company and communities we serve continue to grow and prosper. Known for talent development at all levels, Weis provides growth and endless career opportunities for people at all stages in life!