IT Systems Designer

Job Description

Job Description

USG is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions. For over 125 years, Chicago-based USG has developed award-winning wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing, and roofing products that enable customers to build outstanding spaces where people live, work, and play. With over 8,700 employees across North America and operations around the world, we are steadfastly committed to our core values: safety, innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, and efficiency.

We’re big enough that our professionals have the resources to make a difference, yet small enough that you’re not just a number. You’ll work on key initiatives and build strong relationships across the company that will position USG for growth into the future.

USG offers work-life balance, specialist and general/managerial career paths, promotion from within, exceptional benefits, and incredible long-term career opportunities for the right professional. Each year, we have hundreds of employees who celebrate milestone anniversaries with us.

POSITION SUMMARY

Analyzes, designs, develops, tests, documents and implements programs, applications and systems that meet USG business requirements. Coordinates activities that affect availability, reliability, and functionality of delivered products. Reviews work of other development team members. Provides application assistance to business, support, and operations organizations. Collaborates with the business in developing business requirements.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzes, designs, and develops new applications/business systems and application enhancements according to business specifications and technical designs; creates technical specifications and documents deliverables

• Documents application requirements and models current/proposed information and process flows

• Ensures unit, system, and integration test plans exist, performs quality reviews of testing and coordinates testing across all teams

• Reviews work of others to ensure design approach and delivered product is consistent with business requirements

• Ensures all appropriate technical documentation is completed and up-to-date (program, system, change management, etc.)

• Assists in re-engineering system related processes

• Functions as subject matter expert in those areas where extensive knowledge is present

• Proficient in, and assists others in using programming aids and tools, utilities, database access methods, and systems software

• Addresses development issues escalated within the team

• Keeps abreast of current and emerging information technology and trends

• Analyzes, documents, and resolves problems in accordance with department quality standards and procedures

• Keeps abreast of current and emerging information technology trends

• Assists in overseeing analysis, design, and development of new systems and enhancements according to internal customer expectations and technical design

• Trains and mentors new and/or less experienced team members in development related areas

• Works under minimal supervision, relying on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned goals

• Leads small to medium projects; participates in projects of all sizes

• Performs additional responsibilities as assigned

• Assists in determining service level agreements and ensures they are met

• Reviews internal customer materials and training curriculum to ensure content accuracy

• Collaborates closely with the business to ensure that business needs are well understood and are designed into the provided solutions

• Coordinates or leads third level application support efforts

• May be required to provide 24 hour on call support

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Years of Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of in-depth applications programming and design experience

Required Skills

• Solid knowledge on Oracle E-Business Suite (ERP) processes around Procure to Pay and Order to Cash.

• Extensive knowledge on Oracle EBS R12 application schema architecture.

• Functional and technical understanding on the Oracle modules: Oracle General Ledger, Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, E-Business Tax, Purchasing, iExpense, Project Accounting, HRMS, Inventory and Order Management

• Extensive knowledge on Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, OA Framework and BI Publisher tools

• Excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

• Extensive knowledge of applicable programming languages, tools, and other applicable information technologies

• Extensive knowledge of programming methodology, test plan development, development life cycle and testing methods

• Extensive unit and system testing experience

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the design and implementation of complex business applications

• Experience in leading projects

• Knowledge around Artificial Intelligence powered tools is a plus
  

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

EOE including disability/veteran