Vertex Technical Consultant

CloudIngest

United States

On-site

USD 100,000 - 120,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A software development company is seeking a Technical Consultant responsible for Vertex product configuration and maintenance. The ideal candidate will lead microservices-based solutions, develop tax automation, and integrate Vertex systems with ERP platforms. Candidates must possess deep expertise in Vertex and strong programming skills with a minimum of 8 years in tax technology. This role offers contract employment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

8+ years of Tax Technology experience, with at least 3 years focused on Vertex development.
Strong experience integrating Vertex solutions with ERP systems.
Excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead design and development of Vertex customizations.
Architect and maintain microservices-based solutions.
Translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Skills

Vertex product knowledge

Advanced programming skills

Microservices architecture

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Data mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Java

RESTful APIs

Azure DevOps

Maven 3.x

Job description

Overview

Position Overview: This role requires very good Vertex product knowledge (Vertex O Series Sales Tax, Use Tax & Communication Tax) and understanding of how Vertex applications connect with host applications. This position is responsible for all phases of a Vertex O Series Tax Engine configuration & maintenance. This includes planning, understanding client requirements, application configuration, System configuration, testing, knowledge transfer, and development of custom documentation. Work with client contacts to understand business, tax, and technical requirements. Work with the Development team to deliver projects on time. This role requires deep expertise in Vertex platform capabilities, advanced programming skills, and microservices architecture. The Senior consultant will lead customization efforts, develop microservices for integration and automation, and collaborate closely with tax, finance, and IT stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of complex Vertex customizations, including tax calculation logic, data mappings, and workflow automation.
Architect, develop, and maintain microservices-based solutions to enhance Vertex integrations and automate tax processes.
Translate detailed tax and business requirements into scalable, efficient, and compliant Vertex and microservices technical solutions.
Design and implement integrations between Vertex and ERP systems (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, and Vertex accelerator), focusing on customization, microservices orchestration, and optimized data flows.
Design of complex Vertex customizations, including tax calculation logic, data mappings, and workflow automation.
Translate detailed tax and business requirements into scalable, efficient, and compliant Vertex solutions.
Troubleshoot and resolve advanced technical issues related to Vertex customizations, microservices, and integrations.
Assist the development team with the integration of microservices & Vertex tax engine.
Collaborate with clients, solution architects, and business analysts to refine requirements.
Document complex customization workflows, technical specifications, and support procedures.
Stay abreast of Vertex product enhancements, tax regulation changes, best practices, and industry trends.
Participate actively in deployment, upgrade, and change management activities, ensuring minimal disruption.
Document / Validate the changes using Vertex GUI & API Calls.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
Deep expertise in Vertex tax software customization, especially with Vertex O Series and Vertex Cloud.
8+ years of Tax Technology experience, with at least 3 years focused on Vertex development and customization.
Proven experience designing, developing, and deploying microservices architectures using technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, RESTful APIs, or related frameworks.
Experience with Azure DevOps.
Strong experience integrating Vertex solutions with ERP systems (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Vertex Accelerator), emphasizing customization and complex data flows.
In-depth understanding of indirect tax concepts and compliance requirements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
Excellent communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
Expert knowledge of Web Services, Java, XML, and RESTful API technologies.
Maven 3.x, Spring Boot Microservices (2.x and 3.x), Eclipse, JFrog, Docker images, GitHub, ECO, Jenkins, SoapUI
Expert knowledge of systems and databases.

Desired Skills

Excellent knowledge of global tax regulations and their impact on solution design.
Experience with cloud-native development, containerization, and orchestration platforms.
Familiarity with automation tools, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
Vertex certification or equivalent advanced training preferred.
Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments.

Seniority level