It Developer Analyst

Position Summary:

The Developer Analyst works with the Development Manager to support data needs throughout the organization. This position interfaces with business partners to gather requirements, define needs, map out business processes, and assist in system design and the ongoing support of development solutions and reporting. As part of the IT team, this position follows best practices to ensure data quality and the privacy and security of organizational data systems.

Day in the life: In a typical day, a IT Developer Analyst can expect to...

• Systems Development, Analysis & Support: Partner cross-organizationally gather requirements, define needs, map out business processes, and assist in system design of development solutions.
• IT Service Operations: Create and maintain operational alignments by proactively looking at business objectives and working within the development team to find solutions.
• Partner & Project Management: Manage projects from origin to completion in collaboration with functional area leaders and the Development Manager. Deliver on stated work objectives and meets stated project milestones throughout the process.

Job Pay & Perks:

• Typical starting pay range: $32.00 to $38.00 per hour
• Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota prioritizes work-life balance. Many roles are hybrid, and we offer competitive pay, flexible hours, a variety of benefit options and an employee discount.
  • Work/life balance: This role is eligible to work remotely but must be locally based / available to be on site as needed.

• Benefits: Generous paid time off (PTO) program, competitive medical, dental and vision plans, employer-paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee discount!
• Opportunities for career development and advancement

About You:

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Proven record of successfully balancing and engaging in multiple initiatives and projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of software development and user interface web applications.
• Experience writing data-driven reports and working with data to create reports.
• An ability to understand front-end user requirements and a problem-solving attitude.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to translate technical requirements and concepts to non-technical partners effectively.
• Must be able to grow and develop in the role, staying abreast of new technology and processes.
• Must be detail-oriented and a self-starter.

Prior Experience & Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS or a related field preferred.
• Hands-on experience with SQL required.
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce preferred.
• Hands-on experience with the software development lifecycle.
• Experience in building applications with programming languages like Java, python or .net preferred.
• Experience working with database technologies such as MSSQL performance and server management and Azure SQL required.
• Retail data support experience preferred.
• Experience in BI reporting tools such as PowerBI is preferred.

About Us:

• Leadership recognizes the importance of varied backgrounds and racial diversity contributing to our organization’s goals and future. Read more about us here.
• Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that offers job training and customized career support to eliminate barriers to work and independence.
• Proceeds from thrift retail, e-commerce, grants and financial contributions fund our nearly 20 customized services that help Minnesotans get equitable access to jobs, create stable careers and realize the power of work.
• Shopping and donating items divert over 65 million pounds from local landfills annually and have helped us connect people to jobs since 1919. 

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. GESMN will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.