BACKEND DEVELOPER: DATA (PRODUCT INFORMATION)

OUR DIGITAL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE JOURNEY

Capability transformation

USG is evolving its digital customer experience and translating the objective of being easiest to do business with into a sustainable technology roadmap. The digital transformation includes upgrading our technology stack and augmenting our teams, developing new digital platforms, and integrating a best-in-class eCommerce operating model to deliver exceptional customer experience from design planning to order delivery. The digital services are based on to be improved data and process models and will be provided for all our customers in the US, Canada, and LATAM.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Backend Developer, with a strong understanding of Product Information Management (PIM), plays a crucial role in USG's digital transformation by designing and delivering services for USG’s Product Information Ecosystem. This includes managing, maintaining and improving the PIM System while mastering data flows between systems that consume or produce product information. They collaborate closely with the Tech Lead and frontend developers to ensure smooth data flow and seamless integration between enterprise systems like ERP and CRM, frontend applications and product platforms, enhancing the overall product information ecosystems and its solution design. Additionally, they function as Data Engineers to implement data reports, set up databases, and define data models, ensuring a robust data architecture that supports the ecosystem’s needs. Their efforts are vital in creating a secure, reliable, and efficient digital ecosystem that enhances customer experience.

USG offers a hybrid workplace. The office location is Chicago, IL. Minimal travel may be required.

DEFINITION OF THE TEAM

The Product Data and Information Publishing / PIM team works in an agile environment, guided by a Product Owner and a Tech Lead. Each member of the team has a specific role to play, but they all share a common goal of delivering industry-leading digital solutions to our customers.

The Product Data and Information Publishing / PIM team is effective because of its ability to work collaboratively and take ownership of its deliverables. It operates within a product-platform model that emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and end-to-end ownership of deliverables. This model leverages the diverse skill sets of team members and fosters innovation, agility, and accountability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· PIM System Management: Manage, maintain, and optimize the company's PIM system through configurations, low-coding and development work to ensure high performance and reliability.

· Platform development: Develop and maintain backend platforms that facilitate the integration of PIM data with ERP, CRM, and other internal and external systems that consume or produce product data.

· Data integration: Design, implement, and manage APIs for the PIM software and data pipelines to ensure seamless data flow between backend systems and frontend applications

· Collaboration and coordination: Work closely with the Tech Lead and frontend developers to ensure smooth integration and data consistency across the platform

· Data management: Manage and improve the Product Information Data Model and ensure the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of data being transferred between systems

· Problem solving: Troubleshoot and resolve data integration issues, ensuring minimal disruption to data flow and system operations

· Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of data models, integration processes, APIs, and system configurations

· Data Engineering Responsibilities: Implement data reports, set up databases, and define data models, ensuring a robust data architecture that supports the platform's needs

· Security: Implement security best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance

*Midpoint may be adjusted based on the skills and qualifications of the selected candidate.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field 

Required Skills

· 5+ years of experience developing leading-edge online applications

· Proficiency in backend programming runtime and languages such as Node.js, Python, etc.

· Experience with Informatica P360 software

· Understanding of web technologies including HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.

· Proficiency in data processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Apache Kafka) and middleware/API solutions e.g., WebMethods, Azure API getaway

· Experience with PIM solutions and business processes (e.g. process flows and data standards) and technologies (e.g. Informatica)

· Experience with database management systems such as SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB 

· Experience designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs and data integration pipelines

· Experience in designing, developing, and maintaining data pipelines

· Knowledge of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and tools

· Understanding of system architecture principles and experience in designing scalable, maintainable backend systems

· Ability to ensure quality assurance by completing code (peer) reviews and doing unit testing as well as providing constructive feedback to ensure coding standards and best practice are followed

· Understanding of Agile practices, techniques and ways of working

Preferred Skills

· Experience as a developer on an agile cross-functional team

· Familiarity with microservices and modular programming to enhance reusability

· Excellent communication skills and the ability to discuss technical and non-technical topics to an interdisciplinary audience.

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.  USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

 EOE including disability/veteran