Application Developer

Job description

**10795BR**
**PRS Facility Location:**

Albertville, AL (PRSC Corp HQ) - 001

**Job Purpose:**

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Application Developer to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing solutions that align with ITIL best practices.

Your expertise in ITIL and development will be essential in ensuring the successful implementation of solutions to meet the needs of our organization.

**Req ID:**

10795BR

**Company Description:**

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit.

Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies.

Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe.

From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities.

In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

**Education / Training:**

2 or 4-year degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, or a related field.

Course work, personal, or direct experience developing data-driven applications and/or interfaces.

**Job Title:**

Application Developer

**City:**

Albertville

**Key Job Elements:**

• Develop and configure applications and modules to meet the business requirements of our organization;
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions;
• Design, develop, test, and deploy workflows, forms, scripts, integrations, and customizations;
• Customize and extend functionalities using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and other related technologies;
• Ensure best practices are followed for process automation and optimization;
• Manage platform updates, patches, and upgrades, ensuring system stability and performance;
• Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues, providing technical support to users;
• Design and configure Asset Management processes, including hardware/software tracking and lifecycle management;
• Create and maintain system integrations and data imports/exports;
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide insights into processes.

**Qualifications and Experience:**

• 2+ years experience developing data-driven applications and/or interfaces;
• Course work, personal, or direct experience with Linux operating system(s);
• Course work, personal, or direct experience with Oracle databases;
• Course work, personal, or direct experience with Java development;
• Course work, personal, or direct experience with requirements analysis;
• Course work, personal, or direct experience with database design;
• Strong work ethic;
• Ability to work in a team;
• Self-motivated;
• Strong communication skills;
• Must be willing to travel (approx.

5%-10%) and provide on-call support;
• Proven experience as a developer with exposure to ITSM, CSM and Asset Management;
• Strong understanding of ITIL best practices and development, including custom scripting (JavaScript, HTML).
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and provide timely, effective resolutions;
• ITIL V3/4 certification is preferred;
• Previous experience with SQL relational databases and web services (SOAP, REST) is a plus;
• Experience using JIRA and other reporting tools is preferred.

**EEO:**

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

**Benefits:**

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.

Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

+ Competitive Salary
+ 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
+ Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
+ Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Paid Vacation
+ Paid Holidays
+ Paid Time-Off (PTO)
+ Employee Assistance Plan
+ Education Assistance Program
+ Employee Recognition Programs
+ Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
+ Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
+ Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

_*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status.

The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._

_**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines._

**Job Category:**

Information Technology

**Work Location Options:**

Alternative locations: LaGrange, IL; Overland Park, KS; Winston Salem, NC

**State::**

Alabama

**Summary Pay Range:**

$88,683 - $160,783

Required Skill Profession

Other General