At Schoolhouse we're designers, makers, and creative thinkers, and since 2003 we have handcrafted custom lighting and lifestyle products that transcend time and trend. Just as important as the products we make are the people we work with. They are at the heart of everything we do. We're always looking for hard working, innovative people to join the Schoolhouse team.

Summary:

The Software Engineer is the full stack (front end and backend) in-house expert for software development and 3^rdparty software implementations. This person is primarily responsible for two areas. First the creation, integration, configuration, testing, maintenance, and support of Schoolhouse software. Second, database administration and data extract, transform and load from various software applications to Schoolhouse's data warehouse and BI system.

Key Functions:

• Supports Schoolhouse software including eCommerce (Shopify) and ERP (SAP ByDesign).
• Represents IT as a member of Schoolhouse's cross-functional Web Team and supports product launches and promotions.
• Gathers requirements, designs, codes, tests (Q/A), debugs and migrates software.
• Develops app to app integration and APIs for various applications, including: Boomi, Internet Information Services Manager (IIS) and PostgreSQL.
• Maintains Schoolhouse application test environments.
• Provides ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and support of developed software.
• Troubleshoots development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.
• Captures technical requirements for projects and produces feasibility reports and timelines for management.
• Ensures design specifications match and adhere to established requirements.
• Provides training to stakeholders during the implementation of software.
• Produces technical documentation and SOP's for developed software.
• Establishes and follow standards for software development and security.
• Participates in team meetings and puts forth possible solutions to issues.
• Evaluates emerging technologies and provides recommendations for installations that will provide scalability to Schoolhouse's systems.
• Communication - Maintains frequent and timely communication with workgroups and management to keep everyone current and well informed with accurate information concerning needs, opportunities, and risks. Conducts or attends daily, weekly, monthly meetings, both ad-hoc or scheduled, leading, or participating in an engaged and relevant manner. Negotiates needs, deliverables, and timelines to meet business requirements.
  • Management -engages management with; work progress and timelines, resource requests, issue identification and resolution - informing or consulting as appropriate or requested. Collaborates throughout the shift with the Manager to determine optimal use of labor resources to achieve goals. Provides Manager with frequent status updates throughout shift. Meets weekly for one on ones with Manager to discuss department issues and personal development.
  • Business Partners -instills confidence with proactive information and timely, responses to cross-functional partner interests and queries.

Additional Functions:

• Acts as backup to the infrastructure team.
• Special projects as assigned or needed.

Competencies:

• Teamwork -Embodies the qualities and values of trustworthiness, respect, and accountability, setting an example for everyone. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, giving and welcoming feedback. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Communication -Practices timely, proactive, and respectful communication with everyone.
• Change Management -Demonstrates a willingness to meet and adapt positively to the unexpected and changing needs of a dynamic, growing company.
• Judgment-Exhibits sound and accurate judgment and includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing -Prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently, developing realistic action plans.
• Technical Skills -Assesses own strengths and weaknesses and strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.
• Quality Management -Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and exceptional customer experiences.
• Innovation -Continually reviews systems, suggesting ways and tools to improve.
• Self-Review -Is committed to continual improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, CIS, MIS, or comparable education or experience preferred
• 1 year of software development training preferred.
• Strong Python or other relevant languages skills
• Experience in HTML, CSS, Ruby, and Javascript
• Experience with Adobe Create Cloud applications a plus
• Familiarity with UX design principles
• Administration experience with Postgres
• Strong experience creating and communicating with REST and SOAP APIs
• Strong experience writing SQL (PostgresSQL preferred)
• Windows Active Directory
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to diagnose root cause, define solution options and understand issues/benefits of solutions.
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Experience with the following preferred:
  • SAP ByDesign,
  • Shopify Plus
  • C#
  • XML and EDI
  • AWS
  • App to app integration tools such as Boomi or Tibco
  • Data ETL and MDM tools such as Informatica

Physical Conditions:

• Standard office environment
• 24x7 on-call support

COVID-19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. We have implemented a variety of policies, guidelines, and safety precautions to reduce the risk of COVID-19 for our onsite workers. These precautions include but are not limited to social distancing policies, mask requirements, traffic control plans, installation of plastic barriers between team members, air filters and other ventilation enhancements.

OUR COMPANY AND CULTURE

At Schoolhouse, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We are a diverse team of makers, dreamers, thinkers, and craftspeople who take pride in our work, sweat the details, and are dedicated to creating the next generation of modern heirlooms. With multiple nationalities and languages spoken across our teams, we recognize that we're not all the same and embrace that. We work hard to cultivate an open and collaborative culture where all employees not only feel valued for their differences but also at home in the workplace.

ELIGIBILITY

We value culture adds over culture fits and believe diversity in experience only contributes to team growth and success. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our company benefits include paid time off and holidays, a comprehensive insurance package, 401k plan, a generous employee discount and exceptional on the job training with cross-functional career opportunities. Our wellness and parental leave programs are crafted to support you and embrace a culture of work life balance. And in acknowledgement of a job well done, we regularly enjoy employee engagement activities and community gatherings.