Enterprise Applications Developer

About Hawkins

Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributer, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938.

Learn more about us at https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/

ABOUT THE JOB

As a member of our applications development team, you will develop business-changing enterprise solutions using leading-edge web technologies. The ideal candidate will have experience developing web applications using Microsoft and compatible technologies including Visual Studio and C#. As a company, Hawkins is looking to super charge our information delivery model. Exposure to web development, Business Intelligence tools and concepts, and other means of delivering information to end users is very beneficial and will be a key to the success of the individual in this role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design & Development

• Design and develop content and applications that integrate with other enterprise systems and third-party products.
• Assist other developers, analysts, and designers in conceptualizing and developing web-based solutions through the appropriate tool or means of information delivery.
• Conduct research on emerging development tools and strategies.
• Write technical specification for the design or redesign of applications.

Testing & Delivery

• Conduct rigorous unit testing.
• Participate in overall application/system testing to ensure a quality product.
• Deploy applications to test and production environments as needed.

Product Support

• Provide expertise and support to end users and other members of the IT support team.
• Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades.
• Develop a consistent and flexible means of delivering information to Hawkins' end users.

Company Accountabilities:

• Safety
  
  
  
  • Takes personal accountability and leadership to support and continuously foster a workplace that promotes safety first for our co-workers, customers, communities and the environment. This includes following regulation and compliance standards set by government agencies.
  
  
  
  
• Customer Focus
  
  
  
  • Knowing the (internal and external) customer business needs and acting accordingly; anticipating customer needs and giving high priority to customer satisfaction and customer service.
  
  
  
  
• Professionalism
  
  
  
  • Treats others with dignity and respect. Chooses to commit to honesty, transparency, and working ethically.
  
  
  
  
• Accountability
  
  
  
  • Follows through on commitments made to others. Takes ownership for their own actions and has the ability to explain them. Accepts responsibility that results in the anticipation and/or prevention of problem areas from actions, and promotes a solution mindset inside and outside the department.
  
  
  
  
• Collaboration
  
  
  
  • Demonstrates behavior that recognizes the value of teamwork both within and outside of their department. Works as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal, and contributes to team development. Demonstrates positive, constructive and professional communication with others - separates the issue from the person
  
  
  
  

ABOUT YOU:

• Required Experience:




• 2 - 3 years of work experience
• SQL Server or equivalent
• Web Development




• Preferred Experience:




• College degree in the field of computer science or software engineering
• Microsoft IIS or equivalent web server platform
• .NET
• Git
• Azure Dev Ops
• SharePoint development
• Object Oriented Programing and Design
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure PaaS & IaaS services
• JavaScript/Frameworks
• Telerik
• MVC / Razor / Blazor

• Personal Attributes:

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  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
  • Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
  • Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
  • Ability to present ideas and solutions in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
  • Highly self-motivated and self-directed.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  
  
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

None.

TRAVEL

No travel required.

Expected Compensation: $90,000 to $100,000 + 10% bonus eligibility

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/

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All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.