IS-Specialist

Location(s): Franklin, TN
Job Schedule: Full-time
Degree Level: University Degree

Sponsorship: No
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We are currently looking for IS-Specialist to join our team in Franklin, TN.

The IS-Specialist role includes responsibilities of the business/technology analyst, as well as technical/process specialist.  The IS Specialist maintains an expertise in specific technologies, technology solution and/or business application. This role will act as an internal consultant responsible for investigating processes, technology, cost, and strategy while identifying options for improving and innovating the business with the use of Information Systems and Technology.

A Day in the Life:   

• Responsible for analyzing and documenting the Information Systems needs of internal business partners to help identify problems and propose solutions. 
• Support the TCS product team by completing user stories, design, workflows, process flows, problem/ticket solutions and/or platform upgrades.
• Understand, interpret, and suggest resolution to technical systematic issues and communicate these issues effectively to management and peers. 
• Work autonomously to set priorities with business partners and resolve issues across business functions.
• Collaborate with solution/data architects, team leads, developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyze tradeoffs between usability and performance needs.
• Partner with the Data Office, Data Scientists, and Quality Engineering teams to ensure successful deployment of analytics solutions.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to resolve data, integration, and performance issues across a complex, multi-source ecosystem.
• Responsible for multiple initiatives and facets of Quality Related Analytics with a variety of platform responsibilities including but not limited to mainframe, Big Data, Snowflake, AWS Cloud, Tableau/Power BI, JAVA, and Machine Learning
• Act as a liaison between vendors and the organization they represent. They may be responsible for developing cost analysis, functional analysis, design considerations, and implementation timelines. They may also be responsible for feasibility studies of an application or system before making recommendations to senior management.

Who We’re Looking for:      

Job Knowledge and Skill:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
• Strong analytical and product management skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements. 
• Knowledge of vendor management, contract management, customer relationship management; project management skills.
• Agile skills to quickly move concepts from requirements to market delivery. 
• Familiarity with various programming languages, operating systems, and platforms. 
• AGILE Methodologies and AWS Cloud Technology experience preferred
• Knowledge of Mainframe Systems is a plus
• Working knowledge of automotive business systems.

Experience:
5+ years overall IS/IT experience with at least: 

• 5+ years of application development experience 
• 5+ years of experience working with third party vendors. 
• Prior experience working with offshore personnel is a plus 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience or certifications/technical diploma. 

Working Conditions:

Must be flexible and possess the ability to adapt to changing priorities and a flexible workday. May be required off work schedule to meet deliverables or respond to on-call urgent inquiries. 

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.