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Applications Developer

Lerner Publishing
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

Summary : The Applications Developer is responsible for the analysis, development, implementation, and support of a variety of software applications primarily focused around the Microsoft Technology Stack. As an integral member of the IT team, this position is a key role in supporting business and internal IT goals and objectives. The position requires the use of design and technical skills while working closely with the Project Management Organization (PMO), end-users, senior management, related development teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to determine user requirements and solutions.

This position is based out of our downtown Minneapolis headquarters. This is a hybrid position, with the person being in the office one day a week minimum.

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Work closely with the PMO to produce accurate delivery estimates and manage the transition from analysis through design and delivery.
  • Keep end-users, team members, and management informed on the status of open issues and assigned projects and tasks.
  • Work independently and with other team members on projects and support activities based on end-user needs, setting day-to-day priorities based on overall goals and direction given by the PMO.
  • Develop applications that conform to the company’s code standards.
  • Produce technical design documents, software requirement specifications, and use case scenarios that are consistent with the architectural constraints and software development standards.
  • Serve as an expert on applications architecture and provide technical support.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure overall quality of product from a software design and architectural standpoint.
  • Work closely with end-users in the identification and documentation of business requirements and potential application solutions to help the user meet requirements; analyze such requirements and prepare specifications.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve systems issues.
  • Perform system testing and quality assurance for applications, enhancements, and upgrades to current systems.
  • Keep current on industry trends and technology advancements by maintaining expertise in supported applications.
  • Participate in meetings to develop workflows, processes, and tools.
  • Make recommendations and assist end-users, team members, and management in developing and implementing process changes.
  • Participate in projects from design and planning through implementation and support.
  • Perform other related business duties assigned by immediate supervisor and / or other management as required.

Experience and Necessary Skills :

  • Proven experience as a .NET Developer.
  • Familiarity with the ASP.NET framework, SQL Server and design / architectural patterns (e.g. Model-View-Controller).
  • Knowledge of at least one of the .NET languages (e.g. C#, Visual Basic .NET) and HTML5 / CSS3.
  • Familiarity with architecture styles / APIs (REST, RPC).
  • Knowledge of relational database design and development.
  • Experience creating tables, views, functions, and stored procedures in Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Proven ability to learn and adapt to new technologies.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills with ability to oversee various projects under deadlines.
  • Must be self-directed with strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in book publishing preferred.
  • Minimum 2-3 years related experience.
  • Experience with the Following a Plus :

  • Dynamics 365 Business Central.
  • Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server, Git and Docker.
  • SharePoint Online.
  • Nintex.
  • Power BI.
  • SQL Server Reporting, Integration, and Analysis Services (SSRS, SSIS, SSAS).
  • Education :

    BS / BA degree in computer science or related field with coursework in at least two of the following : digital media, web design, computer programming, or equivalent coupled with relevant and progressive professional experience.

    Benefits :

  • Health, Dental, FSA, and Vision benefits.
  • Company paid long-term disability and life insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • Nine paid holidays per year.
  • 401k with employer match after 1 year of employment.
  • Lerner Publishing Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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    Joyce Hutchinson

    Lerner Publishing Group, Inc.

    241 First Ave N

    Minneapolis, MN 55401

    jhutchinson@lernerbooks.com

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