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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

Share Point 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

Full-Time Salaried Position

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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Please send resumes or any general employment inquires to:
Joyce Hutchinson

Lerner Publishing Group, Inc.

241 First Ave N

Minneapolis, MN 55401

jhutchinson@lernerbooks.com

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