Application Operations Engineer

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

About the position

The Application Developer position is responsible for the custom applications implemented within the company's computing environment. Responsible for development and implementation of custom-based software projects for both external and internal applications. Such projects involve the development of a new system, substantial changes to a current system or implementation of a customized product. Additionally, this person will be the first line of support with the upgrade of custom application software as well and support with any technical issues that may arise.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and debug complex applications using multiple languages, including .NET technology
• Write, test, and document the necessary code to implement approved computer programming requests; verify the accuracy and completeness of coding
• As directed, learn any language or technology necessary to meet the needs of assignments
• Provide accurate time estimates of projects duration and accomplish them within a reasonable deviation of the original estimate
• Expand knowledge of the Company operations particularly as they relate to assigned projects and responsibilities
• Respond to customers for on-time, high quality professional delivery of services
• Translate business and technical requirements into cross-functional business application systems, providing custom integration solutions, including major system enhancements; collaborates in setting development guidelines
• Develop new cross-functional software systems using disciplined software development processes; make recommendations toward the development of reusable routines or components, including object-oriented base class reuse

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience and knowledgeable in application development, including the following: Visual Studio, SourceSafe, IIS, SQL 2000, SQL 2005, Web Authoring Tool Sets (various), HTML, .ASP.net, vb.net, JavaScript, Microsoft .net Development Platform
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization and with end-users
• Self-Starter who takes initiative and is proactive
• Service orientation, professional
• Ability to prioritize a high volume of tasks
• Ability to follow instructions
• Listening and problem-solving skills
• Project management skills
• Organize tasks, and provide follow-up

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1
• 401(k) Company matching
• 401(k) Vests on Day 1
• Career development programs
• Charitable donation matching
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Paid Parental Leave
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoption options
• Wellness and mental health resources
• Pet insurance offering
• Childcare Assistance
• Commuter benefits