Technical Solutions Architect

Utz Quality Foods is seeking a Technical Solutions Architect to join our IT team. Reporting to the Director, Application Development, this role will develop, code, test, debug, maintain, modify and coordinate the development of D365 custom applications. This role will provide architectural guidance to a team of Application Engineers.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, including 5 years' experience in supporting Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009/2012 or D365 F&O modules. Candidates must have experience using X programming language, additional experience in Java, C , or C# is a plus. Experience using SQL programming language using MSSQL server is also required.

Technical Solutions Architect:

• Analyzes, defines and documents requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware and operating system environment, interfaces with other systems, internal and external checks and controls, and outputs for both new and existing applications.
• Oversees and/or participates in large, complex, higher visibility projects or more than one project, including planning; assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work; evaluating results, etc.
• Complete understanding of the SDLC lifecycle.
• Defines and communicates standards for software development and integration.
• Manages vendor relationships and software licensing agreements.
• Assist in the management of external partners (technical implementation, training and support) of COTS or homegrown applications.
• Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge in field of specialization and has well-developed leadership skills, operating with considerable latitude for un-reviewed action or decision.
• Provides mentoring of development staff on current and newly obtained development technologies.
• Interfaces with stakeholders to gather requirements, design concept wireframes and lead development and testing.
• Implements and uses monitoring techniques ensuring optimal application performance during and after deployment.
• Provides technical assistance by responding to inquiries from others regarding errors, problems, or questions about programs and/or hardware.
• Develops and maintains technical specifications. Analyzes and estimates feasibility, costs, time, and compatibility with existing applications/hardware during the business requirements process.
• Consults with business units to gather information about application needs, objectives, functions and features as well as input and output requirements.
• Plans and prepares documentation on the development and functioning of enterprise applications.
• Assists in the training of end users or technical support staff to use applications and/or associated hardware.

External Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.

• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.

• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.

Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp's, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

• 13 - 15 years of overall experience.
• 5 year of experience with Technical Skills below
  • Technical skills supporting Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009/2012 and/or D365 modules Finance & Operations (preferred).
  • Experience developing D365 enhancements and/or modules using X programming language.
  • Additional experience with other object-oriented languages (Java, C , C#) a plus.
  • Solid understanding of data design and the use of data components in n-tier architecture.
  • Experience with D365 Data Management Framework and system APIs for data exchange.
  • SQL Programming language using MSSQL Server and related tools.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Platform, Microsoft Lifecycle Services and Microsoft Azure.
  • Experience with source/version control technologies including Git, TFVC, Bitbucket, GitHub, Azure DevOps, or related repositories and management frameworks is a plus.
  • Experience with Pipelining or Scripting such as Azure DevOps or Jenkins/ANT is a plus.