Principle Programmer

Welch Packaging Group Inc•Elkhart, IN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Programmer serves as the technical leader for custom software development across the organization. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-level software solutions that integrate with our core ERP systems, reporting platforms, and EDI environment. The Principal Programmer provides architectural direction, establishes development standards, mentors team members, and partners with business and IT leaders to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable technology solutions that support business growth.

Requirements

AA or BS in Technology or Computer Sciences or similar education required.
5+ years of experience in a similar level role
Enterprise software architecture
Technical leadership and/or mentoring
Develop standards and governance
Strong written and oral communication.
Organization and attention to detail.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Time management.
Systems analysis.
Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
Critical thinking.
Active learning.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in various programming languages preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and development of enterprise software solutions, system integrations, custom reporting, and EDI applications.
Define and maintain software development standards, coding best practices, and documentation requirements to ensure consistency and long-term maintainability.
Serve as the technical lead for complex development projects, providing guidance from solution design through implementation and ongoing support.
Evaluate business requirements and collaborate with stakeholders to recommend scalable, efficient, and sustainable technology solutions.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize existing custom applications, integrations, reports, and EDI processes.
Partner with ERP vendors, third-party providers, and internal business teams to troubleshoot issues, implement software patches, and coordinate system upgrades.
Conduct code reviews and mentor developers by providing technical coaching, knowledge sharing, and leadership in modern development practices.
Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, system architecture, development standards, and support procedures while expanding the Welch IT playbook.
Identify opportunities to improve system performance, automate business processes, and reduce technical debt through continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist with disaster recovery planning, application security, and system reliability for custom-developed solutions.
Provide technical leadership for critical production issues, including after-hours support for high-priority outages when necessary.
Support Welch University initiatives by developing and delivering technical training for custom applications, reporting tools, and development standards.
Provide advanced (Level 2/Level 3) support for custom software, reporting platforms, and EDI systems.
Research and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and development methodologies to improve organizational capabilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.