Your Opportunity as the Lead Developer, Finance Technology
Supports technical leadership and strategic direction for advanced analytics, RPA/automation, and digital tools supporting Finance and the broader organization. Architect high‑impact solutions, support compliance standards, mentor team members (including interns), and champion effective, responsible AI adoption.
Location: Orrville, OH
Work Arrangements: Hybrid, 40% in office (9 days a month)
In this role you will:
Technical Guidance, Architecture Insight, & Solution Support
Provide architectural input and hands‑on support for advanced analytics, data pipelines, and automation solutions.
Contribute to standards, design decisions, and solution patterns to promote scalability, reliability, and alignment with enterprise and Finance strategies.
Automation & Workflow Modernization Support
Support the identification, design, and deployment of RPA and AI‑enabled automation solutions that reduce manual effort and improve cycle times.
Participate across the automation lifecycle and collaborate with COE/IT teams to reinforce governance and sustainability.
Help colleagues recognize automation opportunities and understand how AI + automation can modernize Finance workflows.
Advanced Analytics, AI, & Predictive Modeling Enablement
Assist in developing and enhancing statistical and machine‑learning models.
Partner with teams to integrate predictive and AI‑driven insights into decision‑making and help promote responsible, effective usage patterns that strengthen analytical maturity.
Business Transformation, Reporting, & Governance Enablement
Contribute to technology‑driven process improvements across Finance by equipping teams with modern tools, methods, and best practices.
Support enterprise reporting processes and help reinforce data governance, audit, and SOX requirements through collaborative stewardship and cross‑functional partnership.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in data Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
5+ years in analytics, programming, automation, or advanced data roles
Deep experience with R/Python and SQL; proven delivery with BI tools and production model operations
Experience with RPA platforms (e.g., Blue Prism/UiPath/Automation Anywhere)
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Demonstrated ability to support teams in applying AI and automation effectively
Continuous learning mindset and passion for emerging technologies
Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are described as strong, with a company 401(k) match, immediate vesting in some materials, and access to an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These elements contribute to a favorable view of total compensation value.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave for all parents and on-site childcare at key locations signal a family-forward approach. Additional supports such as adoption assistance and pet-related leave reinforce this emphasis.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, seasonal compressed schedules, and flexibility options are highlighted across materials. The ability to start with substantial PTO and buy additional time enhances perceived time-off breadth.
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What We Do
Each generation of consumers leaves their mark on culture by establishing new expectations for food and the companies that make it. At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to be at the heart of this dynamic with a portfolio that appeals to each generation of people and pets with products found in 90 percent of U.S. homes and countless restaurants. This includes a mix of iconic brands consumers have always loved such as Folgers®, Jif® and Milk-Bone® and new favorites like Café Bustelo®, Smucker’s® Uncrustables® and Rachael Ray® Nutrish®. By continuing to immerse ourselves in consumer and pet parent preferences for food, how it’s purchased and how the companies that make it should operate, we will maintain the important role we play in their lives. This will allow us to continue growing our business and the positive impact we have on all of those who count on us.
