Company Description

QAD is building a world-class SaaS company, and we are growing. We are looking for talented individuals who want to join us on our mission to help solve relevant real-world problems in manufacturing and the supply chain.

We are a virtual first company and your primary work experience will be virtual / working from your home. Occasional travel to a physical office may be required to enhance working relationships, collaboration, design, strategy and alignment. 

Job Description

The Software Engineer II, Progress 4GL is a critical role within our organization, focused on delivering high-quality software support to our customers and partners. 

The Software Engineer II who will work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to establish appropriate action. Provides problem resolutions to the reported defects in the form of problem analysis, coding and testing as per Maintenance support procedures and practices. Build enhancements to existing QAD software products in line with the functional specifications provided.

What you’ll do:

• Examination and fixing of assigned customer incidents related to QAD core products post-training

• Translate high-level business analysis into physical code. Maintain defined quality standards and procedures

• Write Unit and System test plans/specifications and perform testing

• Code review (self & peer) to ensure conformance to quality standards and specifications

• Analyze, design develops, test, troubleshoot and debug enhancements to the product

• Participate in the Patch Release activities

Qualifications

• Education / Licenses : A University or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Logistics, Production Operations/Manufacturing Management, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent experience may also be considered.

• Experience : 3 plus years of experience in Progress 4GL, Open Edge. Experience from software, manufacturing, distribution, or accounting industry is preferred. Experience using and supporting any ERP (QAD, SAP, Oracle ERP, Ms Dynamics 365) or other business software applications is desired.

• Computer skills : Demonstrated ability to continually learn and adapt to new products and technologies. Working knowledge of (elements of) the QAD technology, platform and language stack is required (Progress, Java, Javascript/Typescript, HTML, Unix, …). Good working knowledge of Database Design for designing efficient and performant persistence solutions. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Attention to detail and robust analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Communication skills : Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. This includes the ability to explain complex technical issues in a clear and understandable manner. Strong documentation skills, with the ability to accurately and effectively convey information in writing.

• Other knowledge : Thorough understanding of (agile) software development methodologies, design, implementation, documentation and quality assurance. Good research, analytical and design skills. Ability to evaluate how business issues may impact overall project plans.

Additional Information

• Your health and well being are important to us at QAD. We provide programs that help you strike a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to join a growing business, launching into its next phase of expansion and transformation.
• Collaborative culture of smart and hard-working people who support one another to get the job done.
• An atmosphere of growth and opportunity, where idea-sharing is always prioritized over level or hierarchy.
• Compensation packages based on experience and desired skill set

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About QAD:

QAD Inc. is a leading provider of adaptive, cloud-based enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies. Global manufacturers face ever-increasing disruption caused by technology-driven innovation and changing consumer preferences. In order to survive and thrive, manufacturers must be able to innovate and change business models at unprecedented rates of speed. QAD calls these companies Adaptive Manufacturing Enterprises. QAD solutions help customers in the automotive, life sciences, packaging, consumer products, food and beverage, high tech and industrial manufacturing industries rapidly adapt to change and innovate for competitive advantage.

QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

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