Applications Specialist – eCommerce Technologies

Location:
Halifax and Saint John, New Brunswick
Application Deadline:
October 20 2010
Posted On:
August 20 2010

The Application Specialist is responsible for managing the Mid-Tier infrastructure supporting a number of critical business applications. This role involves the configuration, change management, optimization of infrastructure components supporting any or all of the following: Web sites, eCommerce, Mobile applications, and CRM systems.

The role requires organization, multitasking, and a broad understanding of the tools and techniques supporting online retail sites and web application development.

Position Requirements:
•       Setup and manage the operations of the Mid-Tier service platforms
•       Participate in quality reviews of key solution components, and upgrade plans
•       Coordinate the resolution of outstanding issues
•       Consult with project and support teams to ensure that the project solution continues to be properly integrated with other applications
•       Support the Implementation team with change management planning, resource planning, and managing the project team through implementation

Required Skills:
•       University degree in the field of computer science, information systems or software engineering, and/or 3+ years equivalent work experience
•       Application Development on Windows Platform and/or IIS or other web server.
•       Understanding of production/operations procedures and best-practices
•       Any of: .NET, Java, C#, C++, ASP/HTML, CSS, JavaScript, DHTML, XML, SOAP
•       Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Skills:
•       Preemptive approach to problem solving and a willingness to explore and investigate.
•       Able to work with ambiguity.
•       Experience in setup and management of Microsoft products including; IIS, SharePoint and Dynamics CRM an asset.
•       Excellent understanding of software development best practices.
•       Provide input and authorization for change control measures and direction on data migration strategies to production
•       Highly self-motivated and directed.
•       Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

For more information please contact Jared Larsen at 506-852-8068 or email your resume to larsen.jared@personnel-search.com