Software Engineer II-Remote (Finance)

Job Overview:
Designs, develops, tests, debugs and implements moderately complex systems components, software tools, applications and utilities, under moderate supervision and using established procedures. Work is varied and may be somewhat difficult in character, but usually involves limited responsibility. Makes moderately complex modifications to existing software to fit specialized needs and configurations. Maintains program libraries and technical documentation. Assists in planning, scheduling, and implementation. Initiates corrective action to stay on schedule.

What does it mean to be part of the Information Technology Team?
A role in Information Technology at UNFI involves being a part of the transformation of food for all through many innovative technology products such as myUNFI, our customer ordering platform or our warehouse management systems that optimize service. You will have an opportunity to be a part of the technology journey to transform food for all through collaboration and building solutions across teams that directly contribute to our OneUNFI strategy. Roles include network automation, infrastructure unification and modernization, data services and analytics, and digital offering.

Job Responsibilities:
• Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.
• Creates and delivers daily communications to management and internal organizations regarding status of all assigned tasks.
• Develops accurate task definition, estimates and task schedules for own assignments
• Prepares and maintains problem logs (issue logs) and communicates log status to analysts or users.
• Participates with Business Systems Analysts in the business design (requirements definition) and technical design (external design) of end-user applications systems.
• Assists with the implementation of new systems including the integration of the new system.
• Assists in verifying installed systems to ensure that they adequately meet user requirements.
• Participates in coding of new programs, creating new data structures, physical data record/file design, creating new job streams, and modifying existing programs, data structures and job streams; all work is produced in accordance with established procedures, following departmental standards, guidelines and system development methodologies on all assigned tasks.
• Develops test cases and test plans, creates the unit test environment.
• Conducts unit and system tests for new or modified programs and/or job streams.
• Submits program and design work for review by technical and user staff.
• Participates in the review of program and design work of others.
• Reviews and validates the application of sound programming and design techniques.
• Prepares and maintains program and system documentation using established department standards and methodologies.
• Independently resolves day-to-day problems within the business segment; involves and guides other team members in problem solving efforts.
• Stays abreast of emerging technologies and trends in software development industry.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
Education/ Certifications:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred.

Experience:
• 3-5 years relevant work experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Working knowledge of programming languages, tools, DBMS and utilities.
• Must have strong computer skills within stated area of engineering expertise and must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Possesses solid knowledge of program design, coding, testing and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong customer focus and interpersonal skills, with the demonstrated ability to work in geographically dispersed teams.
• Apply logical thought process and ability to learn new systems, concepts and procedures.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrate basic analytical and conceptual skills used to define technical needs and solve technical problems.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available. (Legal requirement to add in this language).

Work Environment:
Remote Role:
• This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.

Physical Environment/Demands:
Office Roles:
•Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
•Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
•While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
•Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday.
•Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.

About UNFI: We are North America's premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.