Technical Engineer (Annapolis, MD)

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Technical Engineer – Data, Applications & Integrations

Chaney Enterprises is at a pivotal point in our growth. Over the last few years, we have expanded our territory and market share. To continue our growth trajectory, we are looking to enhance our team by hiring individuals who are technologically proficient and can lead the development and integration of our application systems. 

We are seeking an outstanding Technical Engineer - Data & Integrations to play a crucial role in guiding the technical direction, architecture, and development of our application solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

Technical Leadership and Direction

1. Lead technical design and architecture discussions for application development and integration projects.
2. Provide guidance on best practices and coding standards.
3. Ensure alignment with overall IT strategy and business objectives.

Requirement Gathering and Analysis

1. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand application needs, goals, and challenges.
2. Elicit, document, and prioritize functional and technical requirements.
3. Analyze requirements to ensure they are clear, feasible, and aligned with business objectives.

System Design and Integration

1. Design robust application architectures that support integration with third-party systems and APIs using tools such as Boomi and direct connections.
2. Design and validate that technical solutions meet business expectations and are scalable for future needs.
3. Oversee the implementation of integration solutions, ensuring data integrity and security.

Data Pipeline Management and Design

• Design, build, and manage data pipelines to facilitate efficient data flow and processing.
• Implement data transformation processes using tools like FiveTran.
• Utilize Databricks for data engineering tasks, ensuring data quality and accessibility.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for data integration and deployment workflows.
• Monitor and optimize data pipeline performance to meet business requirements.

Development and Code Review

1. Lead the development of applications and integration solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
2. Clarify requirements to developers during coding and address any ambiguities.
3. Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

Testing and Quality Assurance

1. Develop and execute test plans to validate application functionality and integration points.
2. Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with end-users and gather feedback.
3. Ensure that solutions meet business requirements and quality standards.

Deployment and Change Management

1. Support the deployment of applications and integrations into production environments.
2. Assist in change management processes and documentation for end-users.
3. Ensure smooth transitions from development to production, minimizing disruptions.

Maintenance and Support

1. Gather post-deployment feedback from users and identify areas for improvement.
2. Collaborate with technical teams to address any updates or enhancements needed.
3. Monitor application performance and user satisfaction, providing insights for future improvements.

Education and Experience

• A strong desire to continue your growth and learning journey with Chaney Enterprises.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in application development and integration, with at least 2 years in a technical lead or architecture role.
• Strong experience with application development frameworks, integration platforms, and APIs.
• Experience with data integration tools such as FiveTran, Boomi, Databricks, and Microsoft BI.
• A minimum of 3 years in transport, logistics, construction, materials handling or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical information effectively.

The Technical Engineer – Data, Applications and Integrations is accountable for ensuring that our application solutions are designed, developed, and integrated effectively to meet the operational needs of Chaney Enterprises, facilitating communication, support, and continuous improvement in our IT service delivery.