Sr Application Developer

Company: LER TechForce
Location: Troy
Posted on: July 29, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionLER TechForce, an LHP affiliate, previously LHP Engineering Resources, is looking forTitle: Senior Application DeveloperDepartment: Data Science/Analytics (IT)Shift: 1 st (day)Average hours a week: 40 - 45Openings : 1Location: Troy, office @ NA Headquarters, supporting global initiativesCompany: Tier 1 automotive supplier, North American Headquarters in TroyComponents assembly : automotive exterior components manufacturing and assemblyTravel percentage : 0-10% (local, if any)Candidates considered : USA citizens, Green Card Holder, and TN VisaPosition: Full Time Direct Hire / PermanentSalary : up to $150K (plus Bonus)Overtime Pay : No, an EXEMPT roleBonus: yes, 10 % (discretionary, but they group has hit goal for many years)Educational requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information TechnologyReports to: Director, Global Data AnalyticsDirect Reports : 0Travel: 10%, local plants in the Detroit areaExperience needed: 3-4 years of experience in developing Python type applications. PowerApps (Power Platform) and Azure would be a bonus.Remote or Onsite : Remote: very much available, we can speak to it. Could be on site 1 to two days a month.Recruiter contact: Tamika.mareno@techforce.com, Recruiter Notes: 1) supporting global applications/initiatives. 2) this Data Analytics team has 7 total employees in the group thus far, been in development for 4 years. It is a $5-$6 billion a year group. 3) Group reports up to Finance, but is truly 99% IT, data science and architecture. 4) This group and Company utilizes Microsoft products; Azure, Power BI, Power Platform, etc. 5) you would need these Microsoft tool experience or be well experienced with Phyton or Flask, which are similar. Company would train on MS tools. 6) candidates must be able to conduct 'cradle to grave' design to development to launch of an application to the Company architecture. Sr App Developer would be working on the Application side of architecture. 7) two sides to the team; architecture and data. 8) the sr app developer will work on the architecture side 80% and 20% on the Data gathering; analytics, data mining, discovery, etc. 8) why is the position open? Replacing a solid Developer, who left for a much higher paying role. Company couldn't match it. POSITION SUMMARY: In partnership with the Analytics team, IT Project Analysts, and Business Operations, the Application Developer will bring applications which deliver process improvements and support a connected data strategy to life. The Application Developer will leverage Microsoft Technology such as the Power Platform and Azure to create tools that will be used regionally or globally, and across multiple functional areas of the business. These applications are intended to replace current manual processes and provide data visibility and reporting to the business.To be successful in this role , an in-depth working knowledge of Phyton and like software, Power Platform and Azure tools. The Sr Application Developer will also participate in creating and supporting data strategy guidelines to support the long-term success of the business. Additionally, this person will need to continually learn our business, and processes to support the delivery of well-developed and optimized applications.RESPONSIBILITIES: Application Development:

• Collaborate with IT Project Analysts, Data Scientists, and Business Users to design application interfaces and process flows
• Identify opportunities to optimize solutions to support best practice development principles
• Create functional applications that meet the needs of business users
• Support the enhancement of existing applications
• Support testing, deployment and bug fixing Operational Management:
  • Create and maintain proper application documentation
  • Assist with the ongoing creation and documentation of the data architecture strategy. Adhere to the strategy throughout application development
  • Establish a leadership role in the Power Platform development community, and support others along their development learning path
  • Support the team in the identification of long term needs and risks as it relates to the data strategy or existing applications Other Job Elements:
    • Technical Skills - Database development (eg SQL, CDS), PowerApps, Power Automate, PowerBI, .Net Development, Azure (eg Resource Groups, Data Factory, Data Lake, Delta Lake, Synapse, Data Bricks)
    • Data Visualization & Communication - Familiarity with data visualization tools including principles behind visually encoding data and communicating information. Power BI experience is preferred
    • Data Intuition - data-driven problem-solver with ability to interact with other department team members
    • Data science - Heavy exposure to advanced analytics (machine learning, AI, deep mining, statistics)
    • ERP Knowledge - Experience with ERP applications is a major benefit Educational: - College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, information systems or related technical field. Minimum of 3-5 years related work experience (including relevant internships).Experience - Demonstrated knowledge of the organization's core business process and operations.
      • Proven experience with business and technical requirements analysis, elicitation, modeling, verification, and methodology development
      • Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to apply them to systems issues and products as required.
      • Demonstrated application development skills
      • Demonstrated knowledge of Cloud Architecture and Azure tools
      • Excellent understanding of the organization's goals and objectives Personal Attributes - Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
        • Strong customer service orientation
        • Able to exercise independent judgement and act on it
        • Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills

Keywords: LER TechForce, Troy , Sr Application Developer, IT / Software / Systems , Troy, Michigan