Applications Developer

PD Instore•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$65,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Designs, builds, and supports the internal software tools, automations, and integrations that PD Instore's business runs on. Working within Sustainability, this role turns manual, spreadsheet-driven processes into reliable applications — spanning the Dynamics 365 ERP implementation, engineering automation, and order workflows. Partners directly with Estimating, Engineering, Production, IT, and Sales to gather requirements, prototype quickly, validate results against real jobs, and hand off documented, maintainable solutions.

Requirements

Proficiency in one or more: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, C#, VBA, SQL
Working knowledge of the Microsoft 365 and Power Platform ecosystem (Excel, Office Scripts, Power Automate, SharePoint)
Familiarity with relational databases, REST APIs, and version control (Git)
Ability to read and debug an unfamiliar codebase and explain how it behaves
Ability to translate business problems described in non-technical language into technical requirements
Clear written and verbal communication; able to present work to leadership and to shop-floor users
Manages multiple concurrent projects and communicates status and blockers proactively
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field required; equivalent demonstrated experience considered
0–2 years of professional software development, automation, or applications development experience; internship, co-op, or equivalent project work qualifies
Demonstrated experience building working tools — applications, scripts, macros, or automations — that other people use
Experience gathering requirements from stakeholders and iterating on feedback

Nice To Haves

Exposure to ERP (Dynamics 365), or manufacturing systems preferred
Curiosity and initiative — comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where requirements evolve
Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
Relevant certifications a plus (e.g., Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Power Platform, Dynamics 365)
Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or ERP environment preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Develops, tests, and maintains internal applications and tools that support estimating, engineering, production, and sales workflows
Builds process automation using Office Scripts, Power Automate, VBA, and scripting languages to replace manual and repetitive tasks
Supports the Dynamics 365 ERP implementation through data mapping, validation, and integration work between D365 and connected systems
Gathers requirements from non-technical stakeholders and translates them into working specifications and functional prototypes
Writes and maintains user documentation and provides training and post-launch support to internal users
Performs other duties as assigned
Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
Follows all safety and workplace policies