IT Application Engineer

Cambro Manufacturing • Huntington Beach, CA

70d • $87,000 - $118,000

About The Position

This is a key position within the Application Development team. We are seeking a creative and innovative thinker to manage diverse application development tasks. The IT Application Engineer is 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. In addition, candidates must have an inclination to understand existing processes and systems, and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. They should be able to make decisions quickly in consultation with team members and subject matter experts, build relationships, and understand the dynamics and critical nature of the business.

Requirements

• IBM Power Systems, IBM i Development (RPGLE)
• IBM DB2, MS SQL Server, RDMS
• IBM Rational Developer for I (RDI)
• SQL Development
• Rest API/ XML and/or JSON
• Software Change Management
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office programs including Office365, Excel, Access, Word, Project and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• 6+ years of Development Experience and Application Architecture
• Loves hands on coding and managing high visible projects
• Proficient with common Information Technologies nomenclature
• Excellent knowledge and execution of Software Development Methodologies and Development Project reporting
• Self-starter and possess excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrate crisis management capabilities
• Creative and Innovative thinker
• Highly motivated & Results oriented
• Collaborate across other technology and infrastructure teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Responsibilities

• Establishing a detailed application specification through discussion with business departments
• Clarifying what actions the application is intended to perform
• Breaking down the application specification into its simplest elements and translating this logic into a programming language
• Devising possible solutions to anticipated problems
• Working as part of a team to write a specific section of the application
• Combining all elements of the application design and testing it
• Testing sample data sets to check that output from the application works as intended
• Conducting testing and installing the application into production
• Reacting to problems and correcting the application as necessary
• Evaluating and increasing the application's effectiveness
• Adapting the application to new requirements, as necessary
• Conducting user-acceptance testing to ensure the application can be used easily, quickly, and accurately
• Writing detailed documentation for the operation of the application by users and I.T. operations
• Consulting manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to learn new ways to develop applications and maintain existing skills and knowledge
• Updating, repairing, modifying, and developing existing software and applications
• Maintaining reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual and dependable
• Executing each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform the job successfully
• Following all safety procedures required in the work area
• Performing effectively as a team member, able to work well with others
• Taking ownership of own work and behavior, accepting accountability for own actions
• Following all department quality standards/criteria
• Raising concerns and issues with the immediate manager
• Understanding and demonstrating the Cambro company culture and core values
• Understanding the department’s key performance indicators and contributing to achieving these goals
• Fulfilling the duties of other staffing as needed to meet business needs
• Being able to work overtime as needed

Benefits

• 401k
• health insurance
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees