Southern Company
Product Delivery – Forecast to Report - Application Developer
Southern Company, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Product Delivery – Forecast to Report - Application Developer, Expert Level
Company:
SCS
Organization:
Enterprise Foundations
Supervisor:
Manager, Product Delivery
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsibilities of the position include all aspects of application development, production support for standard and custom components, solution delivery of new enhancements and bug fixes, and configuration responsibilities. It also includes developing and maintaining standards that ensure the team can build and support high quality and robust solutions. The successful candidate will focus on the support and development of extensions that mitigate gaps in core functionality with our vendor delivered solutions. The position will design, build, and support custom applications that seamlessly integrate with key business critical applications and provide expertise in the end-to-end Forecast to Report process. This position will ensure stable/efficient operation of these critical enterprise applications by troubleshooting complex issues, optimizing system performance, and supporting data movement throughout the ecosystem.
In addition, this role will assist in strategic roadmap creation/maintenance and delivery of value-add initiatives. The position will provide supplemental support (as it relates to Oracle Planning) for applications and processes that are integrated into Oracle Planning (Oracle Financials, UI Planner, PowerPlant, SHIPS/HCM, Oracle Projects, Third Party applications).
Responsibilities:
Application Development: Design, develop, and enhance enterprise-level software applications using required programming languages, frameworks, and technologies. Write efficient and high-quality code that adheres to Southern and Industry best practices and coding standards.
System Integration: Ensure seamless data flow and interoperability between various systems within and around the solution.
Application Customization: Customize and configure commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software to meet business requirements. Implement necessary modifications and enhancements while maintaining compatibility with future vendor software updates.
Troubleshooting and Support: Investigate and resolve complex application issues and bugs. Provide technical support to end-users and assist in troubleshooting and resolution. Proactively monitor application performance and identify areas for optimization.
Requirements Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, translating them into technical specifications. Identify gaps, recommend solutions, and propose innovative ideas to enhance application functionality and usability.
Documentation and Training: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system architecture, design specifications, user manuals, and troubleshooting guides. Conduct training sessions and workshops for end-users to ensure effective utilization of applications.
Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough testing of applications, including unit testing, integration and regression testing. Collaborate on implementing automated testing frameworks and tools to streamline the testing process and improve overall application quality.
Emerging Trends: Continuously research and evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices related to enterprise application development. Stay informed about new features and updates in relevant software platforms and propose their adoption when appropriate.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
5+ years experience in application support and troubleshooting, with a focus on Oracle EPM Planning module.
In-depth knowledge and expertise in Oracle EPM Planning module.
Experience working with API based interactions between complex systems.
Strong understanding of strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting business processes.
Working knowledge of Oracle Planning, including calculation scripting for allocations and Groovy scripting.
Proven proficiency in SQL for data analysis, reporting, and troubleshooting purposes.
Experience with system integrations and working knowledge of integration/middleware tools and technologies.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills proven by experience in troubleshooting complex system issues and performing root cause analysis.
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with end-users and stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Relevant certifications in Oracle EPM is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities:
Strong interest in enterprise technology and willingness to learn.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate functional and technical concepts to business partners.
Proven working knowledge and understanding of processes and procedures related to financial planning, budgeting, and management reporting.
Detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Customer-focused mindset, with a passion for delivering exceptional support experiences.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies is required.
Familiarity with Accounting, Finance, and Treasury financial application systems and processes is required.
Familiarity with other Enterprise Foundations/Oracle Cloud modules and/or business processes is required.
Solution Technical Skills:
Demonstration of good understanding in several concepts including:
Application Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis and Log Analysis.
Scripting, Process Automation & Optimization is strongly preferred.
Understanding of Operating systems, Databases and Networking.
Understanding of Cloud Services is required.
Basic understanding of Security.
Understanding Agile concepts and Incident Management is preferred.
Business Continuity planning and execution is required.
Behavioral Attributes:
Takes personal ownership of career development.
Demonstrates “ Our Values ” - Safety First, Intentional Inclusion (We are One Team), Act with Integrity, Superior Performance.
Quintessential learner with a high level of interest in applying new technologies and concepts.
Results-oriented, can act with speed and decisiveness while effectively problem-solving and communicating to various levels of leadership.
Focus on quality, reliability, and efficiency.
Effective in organizing tasks, managing multiple priorities, meeting schedules, and delivering on commitments.
Methodical approach to solving problems.
Demonstrates strong organization skills and pays attention to detail.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 7543
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
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Company:
SCS
Organization:
Enterprise Foundations
Supervisor:
Manager, Product Delivery
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsibilities of the position include all aspects of application development, production support for standard and custom components, solution delivery of new enhancements and bug fixes, and configuration responsibilities. It also includes developing and maintaining standards that ensure the team can build and support high quality and robust solutions. The successful candidate will focus on the support and development of extensions that mitigate gaps in core functionality with our vendor delivered solutions. The position will design, build, and support custom applications that seamlessly integrate with key business critical applications and provide expertise in the end-to-end Forecast to Report process. This position will ensure stable/efficient operation of these critical enterprise applications by troubleshooting complex issues, optimizing system performance, and supporting data movement throughout the ecosystem.
In addition, this role will assist in strategic roadmap creation/maintenance and delivery of value-add initiatives. The position will provide supplemental support (as it relates to Oracle Planning) for applications and processes that are integrated into Oracle Planning (Oracle Financials, UI Planner, PowerPlant, SHIPS/HCM, Oracle Projects, Third Party applications).
Responsibilities:
Application Development: Design, develop, and enhance enterprise-level software applications using required programming languages, frameworks, and technologies. Write efficient and high-quality code that adheres to Southern and Industry best practices and coding standards.
System Integration: Ensure seamless data flow and interoperability between various systems within and around the solution.
Application Customization: Customize and configure commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software to meet business requirements. Implement necessary modifications and enhancements while maintaining compatibility with future vendor software updates.
Troubleshooting and Support: Investigate and resolve complex application issues and bugs. Provide technical support to end-users and assist in troubleshooting and resolution. Proactively monitor application performance and identify areas for optimization.
Requirements Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, translating them into technical specifications. Identify gaps, recommend solutions, and propose innovative ideas to enhance application functionality and usability.
Documentation and Training: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system architecture, design specifications, user manuals, and troubleshooting guides. Conduct training sessions and workshops for end-users to ensure effective utilization of applications.
Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough testing of applications, including unit testing, integration and regression testing. Collaborate on implementing automated testing frameworks and tools to streamline the testing process and improve overall application quality.
Emerging Trends: Continuously research and evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices related to enterprise application development. Stay informed about new features and updates in relevant software platforms and propose their adoption when appropriate.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
5+ years experience in application support and troubleshooting, with a focus on Oracle EPM Planning module.
In-depth knowledge and expertise in Oracle EPM Planning module.
Experience working with API based interactions between complex systems.
Strong understanding of strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting business processes.
Working knowledge of Oracle Planning, including calculation scripting for allocations and Groovy scripting.
Proven proficiency in SQL for data analysis, reporting, and troubleshooting purposes.
Experience with system integrations and working knowledge of integration/middleware tools and technologies.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills proven by experience in troubleshooting complex system issues and performing root cause analysis.
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with end-users and stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Relevant certifications in Oracle EPM is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities:
Strong interest in enterprise technology and willingness to learn.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate functional and technical concepts to business partners.
Proven working knowledge and understanding of processes and procedures related to financial planning, budgeting, and management reporting.
Detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Customer-focused mindset, with a passion for delivering exceptional support experiences.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies is required.
Familiarity with Accounting, Finance, and Treasury financial application systems and processes is required.
Familiarity with other Enterprise Foundations/Oracle Cloud modules and/or business processes is required.
Solution Technical Skills:
Demonstration of good understanding in several concepts including:
Application Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis and Log Analysis.
Scripting, Process Automation & Optimization is strongly preferred.
Understanding of Operating systems, Databases and Networking.
Understanding of Cloud Services is required.
Basic understanding of Security.
Understanding Agile concepts and Incident Management is preferred.
Business Continuity planning and execution is required.
Behavioral Attributes:
Takes personal ownership of career development.
Demonstrates “ Our Values ” - Safety First, Intentional Inclusion (We are One Team), Act with Integrity, Superior Performance.
Quintessential learner with a high level of interest in applying new technologies and concepts.
Results-oriented, can act with speed and decisiveness while effectively problem-solving and communicating to various levels of leadership.
Focus on quality, reliability, and efficiency.
Effective in organizing tasks, managing multiple priorities, meeting schedules, and delivering on commitments.
Methodical approach to solving problems.
Demonstrates strong organization skills and pays attention to detail.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 7543
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
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