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Application Programmer

Remote

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Job Description

Job Title:       Application Programmer (Blue Yonder Planning)
Location:       Remote
Supporting:  The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) **Secret Security Clearance**

 

Summary

The Application Programmer is responsible for the development, maintenance, enhancement, and operational support of custom Blue Yonder applications supporting enterprise supply chain planning functions. This role supports a large-scale supply chain information environment integrated with ERP systems and is responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of planning-related applications.

The successful candidate will support major information operations workstreams, including new capability integration, system enhancements, break-fix analysis and resolution, service request execution, and production operations sustainment. This position requires strong technical expertise in SQL, PL/SQL, Unix Shell Scripting, Blue Yonder, SAP integration, software development methodologies, and supply chain management processes.

Work Scope

Application Development & Support

  • Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain custom Blue Yonder applications supporting enterprise planning processes.
  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve production incidents, service requests, and system defects.
  • Develop and maintain technical specifications, design documentation, and support materials.
  • Perform solution unit testing and document test results to ensure quality and compliance with established standards.
  • Provide ongoing production support and operational sustainment for business-critical applications.
  • Ultimate accountability for ensuring customer satisfaction at every level.
  • Cultivate collaborative relationships with peers and leadership in a team focused environment, always communicating effectively and displaying diplomacy.
  • Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritize a diverse workload of assigned service tickets.
  • Flexible, with the ability to seamlessly transition from daily operations to project actions, and vice-versa.
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new policies and evolving technologies within this dynamic technical environment.
  • Adept at interpreting and adhering to guidance and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) provided by contract and government leadership.
  • Proficiency in operating a diverse range of system components, including hardware, software, and mass storage technology.
  • Capability, under supervision, to operate communications-computer systems, as well as install, implement, maintain, and optimize operating systems, disk and tape management systems, and computer operations automation software.
  • Anticipates problems, identifies deviations and acts through resolution.
  • Perform other duties as required.

System Enhancements

  • Participate in all phases of system enhancement initiatives, including:
    • Requirements gathering and analysis
    • Project planning and cost estimation
    • Solution design and technical documentation
    • Application development and testing
    • Deployment and implementation support
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance system performance and user experience.

Production Operations

  • Support day-to-day production operations and ensure application availability and reliability.
  • Execute break-fix activities and root-cause analysis for production issues.
  • Monitor application performance and proactively address potential operational risks.
  • Support batch processing and system integrations across enterprise environments.

Tracking & Issue Management

  • Participate in rotational tracking responsibilities to monitor and address support requests.
  • Resolve or escalate issues according to established procedures and service level agreements.
  • Maintain sufficient application knowledge to independently support assigned systems and processes.

Risk & Issue Management

  • Identify, document, track, and communicate project and operational risks.
  • Proactively escalate issues that may impact project timelines, system performance, or operational objectives.
  • Collaborate with project leads and stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies.

Reporting & Communication

  • Maintain status reports on current workload, upcoming deliverables, project forecasts, and identified risks/issues.
  • Provide regular updates to project leads and stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely escalation of technical, operational, and administrative matters.

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with functional analysts, technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to deliver effective solutions.
  • Support cross-functional initiatives involving ERP, supply chain planning, and enterprise integrations.
  • Contribute to Agile/Scrum ceremonies and continuous improvement activities.

 

Qualifications, Experience, Certifications & Clearance:

Required Qualifications

Education & Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
  • CompTIA Security +CE

Experience:

  • Minimum three (3) years of experience in application development, programming, or enterprise application support.

Experience with one or more of the following:

  • SQL
  • PL/SQL
  • Unix/Linux Shell Scripting
  • Blue Yonder (JDA)
  • SAP
  • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies
  • Supply Chain Management systems
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Batch Processing

Technical Skills

  • Strong database development and troubleshooting experience.
  • Experience developing and supporting enterprise applications in complex environments.
  • Knowledge of application integration concepts and APIs.
  • Experience supporting production environments and mission-critical systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) supporting Low-Code/No-Code development platforms.
  • Experience working in Cloud and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) environments.
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum software development methodologies.
  • Familiarity with enterprise supply chain planning processes and ERP integrations.
  • Experience supporting large-scale government or commercial supply chain operations.

 

Security Clearance Requirements:

  • Secret

Salary:

  • $95,000 - $105,000 – plus benefits, PTO, 401k+

Equal Employment Opportunity
CompTech is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Commitment, Innovation, and Customer Satisfaction. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please call Human Resources at (937) 228-2667 or email stefanie.wallace@comptech.com. A CompTech associate will respond to your message as soon as reasonably possible.

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