Connectship Application Engineer

Apex Systems • Lake Forest, IL • 1h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13394924

Job Description:

Location:Lake Forest, Illinois (Hybrid)\ Employment Type:Permanent

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Business Systems Engineer with an Application Engineer DevOps focus to join our Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) engineering team. This role will lead the implementation, optimization, and support of systems that enable seamless parcel and freight shipping integration using ConnectShip and FedEx Ship Manager Server, tightly coupled with SAP EWM and Manhattan platforms. This position is a key contributor responsible for DevOps practices, configuration, coding, and operational support to ensure critical integrations run securely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Design, configure, develop, deploy, optimize, monitor, and improve

systems and business applications.

Contribute to capability roadmaps and conduct technology research

for innovation and continuous improvement.

Translate complex business requirements into detailed technical

specifications and deliverables.

Define nonfunctional requirements in accordance with engineering

best practices for security, reliability, and performance.

Partner with administration and operational teams to improve key

service practices and document technical debt.

Build sustainable systems with monitoring and observability, and set

standards for operating procedures.

Support team activities such as daily status meetings, tech huddles,

and desk checks.

Provide coaching and mentoring to junior engineers.

Required Qualifications

Education:Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.

Experience:5+ years of configuration and/or development experience across a broad range of hardware and software products.

Technical Skills:

Proficient ability to design, develop, test, and deploy

applications/systems.

Strong coding, debugging, and analytical skills.

Experience with ConnectShip and compiled applications (e.g., Custom

Shipping App, AMP interface for EWM/Manhattan).

Experience with FedEx Ship Manager Server.

.NET or Java development experience.

Experience with scripting languages like PowerShell or Python.

Experience with Ansible as an automation engine.

Experience with SAP HANA platforms and integration with external

systems (WES/WCS).

Ability to work with Infrastructure as Code, containerization,

deployment, and scalability.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of transportation and carrier-side integrations.

Experience with Kafka, JSON, and other modern integration

technologies.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is \$95,000.00 to \$158,400.00 per year. Benefits programs provide choice and flexibility, with medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one. Additional benefits include paid time off, a 401(k) plan with a company contribution, employee discounts, and tuition reimbursement.

Company Overview & Culture

This organization is a leading broad line distributor serving millions of customers worldwide. The Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) team supports the technology that powers the distribution centers and branch network for North America, ensuring products move efficiently through the supply chain. The team supports a variety of systems including SAP EWM, S/4 HANA, Manhattan, Kafka, and ConnectShip. The goal is to modernize and optimize supply chain technology through agile engineering and close business collaboration.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awa

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