Applications Support Engineer | Retail Applications

AWG
Kansas City, KS
Category Engineering
Job Description
Applications Support Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and support for retail applications at AWG. The role involves troubleshooting, resolving complex production incidents, and ensuring system stability and performance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or related degree.
  • 5+ years of software support experience, specifically focused on troubleshooting and maintaining production environments.
  • 5+ years of SQL experience (relational databases) with a focus on analyzing and optimizing complex queries to resolve performance bottlenecks.
  • 3+ years of Java and Java frameworks experience (Spring, Spring Boot) with the ability to navigate, debug, and patch existing codebases.
  • 2+ years with JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS to support and maintain front-end retail interfaces.
  • 1+ years of scripting experience (Bash) for automating routine support tasks and log analysis.
  • Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in high-pressure'system down' scenarios.
  • Ability to work independently as a self-starter who is resourceful in finding solutions within existing system constraints.
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and support new or legacy technologies.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues into clear updates for various levels of audiences.
  • Skilled at establishing good working relationships across teams to facilitate rapid issue resolution.
  • Welcomes the ideas and input of others to solve complex technical hurdles.
  • Ability to work as a committed member of a cross-functional team, sharing insights to deliver exceptional product experience.
  • Works to clarify ambiguous technical issues and remains productive during high-priority incidents.
  • Takes responsibility for the stability of own work and monitors the performance of supported systems.
  • Experience executing operational vision and goals in alignment with department leadership.
  • Solid experience with the full SDLC, with an emphasis on production stability, testing, and deployment/maintenance phases within waterfall and/or agile methodologies.
  • Excels in working remotely and collaborating with remote team members to solve problems.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
  • 401(k) with 4% match along with 3 other contributions
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Basic & Supplemental Life and AD&D
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Wellness Program
  • Yearly Holiday Bonus
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