FileMaker Pro Application Developer

The Application Developer will join our current development team and be responsible for the complete analysis, design, implementation, documentation, training, and ongoing support of multiple departmental software applications, including replacements to existing applications, as well as new applications.

These applications may include custom designed and developed applications, or installed commercial applications. Additional proficiency required in the areas of Graphical User Interface (GUI) development, web enabled extranet development, and basic troubleshooting / technical support.

DUTIES

• Develops an understanding of existing company processes and software applications.
• Consults with users to gain an understanding of desired functionality to define system requirements.
• Makes recommendations for additional system enhancements, modifications, and functionality.
• Analyzes current and new programming languages, hardware and software, to identify possible system applications.
• Develops work plan and time schedules for computing projects including outlining phases and hardware/software requirements. Monitors progress and changes schedule and plan as needed.
• Writes new and/or modifies existing program code and/or job control languages.
• Documents program code, job processes and program modifications.
• Documents system procedures and guidelines for users.
• Develops training manuals and programs, and provides training to users.
• Responds to applications system problems and makes necessary corrections and/or modifications to resolve problems.
• Creates smaller ad-hoc software solutions/support as requested.
• Participates, advises, and makes recommendations regarding the selection and procurement of future departmental hardware and software needs.
• Assists with support of current software applications
• Assists with troubleshooting of hardware/software problems
• Seeks opportunities to enhance one’s own knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one’s current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development.

REQUIREMENTS

· In-depth expertise and direct experience with modern application architectures, program development, methodologies and tools; such as: MS SQL, HTML, PHP, FileMaker Pro/Server, ODBC, Visual Studio

· Expert level knowledge and experience in application integration with enterprise-level applications

· In-depth expertise and direct experience with database design, implementation, maintenance, security and performance tuning using Flat File, FileMaker, and MS SQL databases.

· Demonstrated ability to elicit and compile user needs and create functional and technical specifications for complex integrated systems to fulfill those needs.

· Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills, including the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical staff

· Ability to provide general in-person and over the phone troubleshooting support of Mac / PC / Windows Embedded or Windows Mobile operating systems

· Knowledge of Business Basic BBx / BBj programming platform a plus

· Working knowledge of UNIX / Linux / Mac OS X / Windows Operating Systems

· Strong interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills.

· Strong customer service/customer relations skills.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

· A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Five to seven years full-time experience in applications development or a related field showing increasing levels of responsibility.

· Experience developing large and complex, PHP based web applications

· Experience developing web-based applications and interfaces for company extranets & business operations

· Experience working with and securing sensitive data related to company operations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have manufacturing industry experience?