Senior Document Composition Specialist

Taylor Communications • Fort Worth, TX

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Taylor Corporation is seeking a Senior Document Composition Specialist to join their team in Fort Worth, Texas. This role is crucial for designing, modifying, developing, and implementing software programming applications. The company emphasizes powering employee potential and creating opportunities for professional growth. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience object-oriented design/development using general purpose languages.
• 10+ years’ experience utilizing OpenText Exstream composition software, including designing, developing, and implementing technical solutions using the platform.
• Messagepoint programming experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or MIS.
• Ability to handle and keep track of a multitude of assignments at one time.
• Attention to detail, excellent organization skills and a sense of urgency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Keen eye for Quality and process.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Expertise with Windows development environment.
• Proven PDF/Postscript Technology Experience (Parsing, Generating, Manipulating).
• Software design patterns.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Proactive Team Member.
• No sponsorship provided.

Nice To Haves

• Experience utilizing XML input and output formats.
• Familiarity with one or more programming languages and SQL Server.
• Previous print and mail experience.
• Knowledge of other composition tools a plus, including Quadient, Compart, Solimar, etc.
• Familiarity with Agile development process.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop document templates using OpenText Exstream and Messagepoint.
• Test, maintain, support, and document templates and document applications.
• Perform end-to-end delivery and deployment of Application Packages.
• Review and approve code changes for other Exstream developers for production release.
• Perform testing for developed applications.
• Learn and maintain legacy systems and custom applications.
• Assist with creating standards and architecting new client solutions in Exstream.
• Ensure all work performed on projects adheres to standards.
• Clearly communicate verbally and in written form, articulating complex thoughts and ideas in small or large group settings.
• Work well in a collaborative team environment with various personalities.
• Work with limited direction on assignments.
• Stay current with software and industry trends.
• Work closely with Customer Service and Production to assist with print issues.
• Ensure the operating efficiency of existing application systems.
• Maintain records for the documentation of systems development and revisions.
• Mentorship of junior developers.

Benefits

• Choice of several health plans
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness programs
• Life and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 64 hours of annual holiday pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior