Developer, Cotton Platform

Company Description

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Job Description

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

This position is responsible for analyzing, architecting and developing software solutions for an international agricultural commodity trading firm.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

· Creation of software utilizing modern web development techniques, incorporating the technologies listed below.

· Obtains details about project objectives for complex software applications from the Project Leader/Manager or other senior members of the project team; performs initial analysis/evaluation of existing in-house/legacy system(s); reviews the technologies currently in place and examines previous implementations to gain an understanding of required functionality and interfaces.

· Assists the technical leader on a project team, assists with the design of end-to-end architecture of component-based, services-oriented applications; assists the project team in the design of core business components utilizing industry-accepted object-oriented analysis and design standards; performs programming functions based on specifications provided.

· Performs testing while in development and debugging of code prior to submitting for user acceptance testing.

· Performs enhancement and repair of existing software as needed.

· Perform all duties as required

Qualifications

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Four year college degree, preferably in Computer Science. Formal training/certification in C# .NET, Microsoft SQL, IIS or other Microsoft technologies preferred.

Experience

Minimum of three years of software development experience with the required technologies listed below or other Web technologies. Experience in large project development, development lifecycles, and development methodologies

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

· Solid understanding of Web Server development (HTML5, Java Script, NPM, Type Script, C#, JSON, XML, ASP.NET, and Web Services).

· Proven Responsive UX development skills (HTML5, Java Script, CSS, Angular)

· Strong working knowledge of Microsoft SQL, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, and SQL Data Transformation Services.

· Understanding of issues impacting scalability and reliability.

· Strong knowledge of database structure and design.

· Preferred skills, but not required: Internet Information Server (IIS), SQL Server, SQL Server Analysis Services, Windows Server, VB.Net, VB6, XSLT

· Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to analyze and resolve day-to-day problems, manage multiple concurrent tasks and shifting priorities, interact with technical and user personnel and ability to work with little supervision on assigned tasks.

· Strong attention to detail.

Additional Information

Decision Making/Accountability

Utilizes creativity and specialized knowledge to design/develop computer programs, procedures and strategies. Exercises judgment and knowledge of company systems to arrive at most efficient solutions to problems. Provides recommendations on development methodologies and frameworks for projects. Assists with the evaluation and analysis of existing or proposed system enhancement and hardware/software purchases.

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

· Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.

· Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.

· Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.

· Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

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What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us