Senior WMS Engineer

Candidates MUST be local to the Irving, TX area, as the role is onsite 4 days a week. No C2C, OPT, or Visa consideration. No vendor support of any kind allowed.

The Senior WMS Engineer will drive functional and technical design, solution delivery, and continuous improvement of the Blue Yonder WMS platform. This individual is accountable for integrated technology delivery execution, collaborating across IT, business, and distribution center teams to ensure warehouse operations run at peak efficiency.

Core Blue Yonder / JDA WMS Technical Skills

Skill Area

What We're Looking For

BY WMS Configuration & Customization

• Design and configure Blue Yonder WMS modules to meet complex warehouse business requirements; 5 years hands-on with at least 1 full cycle BY WMS implementations.

MOCA Architecture

• Deep understanding of Messaging, Object, Command Architecture — the command layer underpinning BY WMS logic, scripting, and customization.

Integration: APIs, EDI & Middleware

• Experience with SOAP/REST web services to connect WMS with ERP, TMS, and other systems; middleware tools including Boomi and Azure

SQL & RDBMS

• 2 years proficient SQL across Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL for data analysis, troubleshooting, reporting, and performance tuning.

ERP / TMS Connectivity

• Maintain integrations between BY WMS and ERP/TMS platforms using established webservice and API-based patterns.

Code & Log Analysis

• Analyze application code, WMS configuration, data, and system logs to root-cause errors and drive resolution and optimization.

Functional Specifications & Test Planning

• Author functional design documents, technical specs, and test scenarios; identify and close design gaps across workstreams.

WMS Deployment Support

• Support deploying software deliveries from Blue Yonder/JDA associates; Creating rollout scripts; manage changes across development, QA, and production environments.

Key Responsibilities

WMS Solution Design & Development

• Design, develop, and optimize the BY WMS solution to support warehouse operations and strategic projects
• Configure and customize Blue Yonder WMS modules to meet evolving business requirements
• Analyze code, configuration, data, and logs to find root causes of errors and revise the solution
• Support deploying software deliveries from Blue Yonder / JDA associates
• Lead functional design efforts: business process design, functional specifications, and test planning
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address design gaps
• Support development of test strategy and identification of test scenarios

Integration & Systems Architecture

• Connect BY WMS to ERP, TMS, and adjacent systems using SOAP/REST web services, APIs, and EDI
• Leverage middleware platforms (MuleSoft, TIBCO, Boomi) for enterprise integration patterns
• Analyze, define, and document technical requirements for data, workflow, logic, and system interfaces

Warehouse Operations & Analytics

• Collect, analyze, and interpret warehouse data: inventory levels, order volumes, picking accuracy, shipping/receiving performance
• Develop and track KPIs to measure warehouse performance, identify trends, and report to management
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies; propose and implement process improvements to optimize efficiency
• Monitor inventory levels, conduct regular audits, and implement measures to minimize stock discrepancies

Cross-functional Collaboration & Training

• Partner with BY/JDA team, integration team, IT applications, and business teams for seamless alignment
• Work directly with Distribution Center managers and associates to understand and solve operational pain points
• Develop and deliver training programs and documentation for warehouse staff on new processes and system updates

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in MIS, Computer Science, CIS, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years working with Blue Yonder / JDA WMS; at least 1 full-cycle implementation as Engineer or Consultant in Blue yonder WMS cloud versions
• 2 years technical experience with RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL); proficient SQL
• Hands-on experience configuring and customizing Blue Yonder WMS modules
• MOCA (Movement Oriented Component Architecture): The foundational framework used by Blue Yonder to build, customize, and execute backend logic, tasks, and workflows.
• Java/J2EE: Crucial for customizing the application, modifying integrations, and building custom components.
• Perl or comparable language: Increasingly utilized for scripting, automation, and data analysis
• API & Web Services: Expertise in designing and testing integrations using RESTful APIs, JSON, and SOAP
• Jasper Reports: Hands-on experience designing and developing Jasper Reports.
• Page builders: Hands-on experience building and customizing pages using page builder frameworks.
• Middleware & Data Exchange: Familiarity with data formats (XML, CSV) and integrating the WMS with HOST/ERP systems and Automated Material Handling (MHE) equipment
• RF & Automation Hardware: Configuring and troubleshooting Radio Frequency (RF) scanners, printers and conveyor systems
• System Configuration: Mapping warehouse layouts, defining picking strategies, wave management, and replenishment logic.
• SQL & PL/SQL: Writing complex queries, stored procedures, and triggers to pull or manipulate data directly from the WMS database.
• Strong understanding of supply chain and warehousing concepts
• Experience with Agile methodology and API-based integrations
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, design, and development skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with IT and business stakeholders including DC managers/associates
• Willingness to travel to DC locations when required.

Preferred

• Comparable experience with other best-of-breed WMS applications in addition to BY WMS
• Retail eCommerce experience
• Experience in working on the integration technologies such as Boomi , Azure Data Factory and Azure Event Grid
• Exposure to Microsoft Power BI
• Experience with Parcel shipping software such as Proship, LabelMaster, etc..
• Exposure to label printers, hip printers and all the warehouse equipment and devices

BlueSky Resource Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.