Application Development Lead

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Job Description:

Job Description

Summary

The Application Development Lead is that of a technical expert who provides leadership in the design, development and delivery of technology enabled applications, products and services within a computing systems environment. Technical leads provide solutions to technical issues and are responsible for meeting development schedules and ensuring the delivered solution meets the technical specifications and design requirements.

Essential Functions

• Participates and provides input into the design, redesign and development of technology products and applications
• Contributes and often leads the specification and software design phases of the software development life cycle
• Leads and manages the design and implementation of new software development and enhancement efforts, and coordinates systems installation and software testing with other technologists
• Assists users with the isolation and resolution of software issues by leading root-cause analysis providing options for resolution and recommendations

Additional Responsibilities

• Partners with the business to establish long-term strategic business and systems objectives
• Addresses day-to-day production support fixes
• Works with team members (technical and basis) and subject matter experts (end users) to produce requirements and design documents. Documents all specifications and requirements for implementation and develop Business Process Procedures (BPPs)
• Provides support for functional testing to ensure that business requirements are being met while following technical standards
• Closely work with project manager for the complete life cycle of projects as well as for minor enhancements
• Reviews current functionality and processes and recommends process and system improvement especially in the areas of E-commerce (Sales, Lease and Rental).
• Documents and support disaster recovery
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Possesses strong technical aptitude Demonstrated skills in configuration management, data management, information management, network security, IT architecture, infrastructure design, systems integration and systems life-cycle management, Required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, Required
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). , Required
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, Required
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment, Required
• Highly organized, with excellent time management skills, Required
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices, Required

Travel

• Yes, 30-40%

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in preferably in Computer Science, Logistics, Transportation or Business. Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree, Required
• Master's Degree or relevant experience may be substituted for a degree, Preferred
• 5 years or more in application development or technology management OR Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, Required
• MS-SQL/SSIS-SSRS Expert, Required
• Warehouse Management Systems Advanced, Required
• C#/.Net/ASP Beginner, Required
• Web Services/API Beginner, Required
• Manhattan SCALE / SCI Intermediate, Preferred
• Integration Software using ANSI X12, XML, and Database Tables Intermediate, Preferred

Travel

• Yes, 30-40%

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Compensation Information:

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

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Benefits Information:

For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. 

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Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [email protected] or 800-793-3754.

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