Web Developer

When working at Fourteen Foods Dairy Queen, we welcome every guest with a smile and every day is a celebration! Since 2002, Fourteen Foods has been serving up smiles in 13 states and over 240 locations. As the largest Dairy Queen franchisee in the world, we offer the benefits and opportunities you can expect from an iconic national brand. Don’t wait to get your career started, take advantage of this sweet opportunity today!

NOTE: This is a full-time position and is on-site at our corporate headquarters in Franklin, TN 5 days a week. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Position Summary: The business application web developer role focuses on supporting the business by building and supporting internal and external web sites. The successful candidate will be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on and in support of the use of the various technology platforms used by the business and an advisor to the business on the best ways to accomplish current and future business goals. This team-oriented role will require demonstrating influence without authority, working with others, and the ability to bring people together around a common goal.

Essential Functions: Successful candidate will provide website design, development, testing, management and support the hardware/software infrastructure for a web-based portal for our internal client. Essential functions will include, but not be limited to:

• Performing all aspects of the development tasks, including front-end and back-end development.
• Maintaining/upgrading all custom developed software.
• Works with DBA to design all databases with a security first mindset.
• Working with internal clients and review panels to identify recommendations for the appropriate technical, business and human factors solutions.
• Commitment to clear and quality communications between team and client product managers.
• Commitment to promoting a collaborative work environment with team members and customers.
• Develop and maintain web-enabled capabilities and custom applications.
• Update project plans to ensure timelines and schedules are met.
• Work with multiple departments to design and implement an array of websites.
• Take direction from departments on implementation of websites.
• Work with VP of technology on prioritization of all work.
• Commitment to delivery of quality products

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in computer science or other IT-related degree or equivalent work experience may substitute, especially if combined with technical certifications.
• Proficiency in front end languages (HTML5, CSS, Java, React, TypeScript, Tailwind as examples).
• Proficiency in back-end languages (Python, Java, PHP as examples).
• Experience working with Microsoft stack.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve using other’s code.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Candidates selected must be able to successfully pass a background check and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of user interface design principles, with proven track record of creative web site development in accordance with the design specifications, user interface style guides and established usability standards.
• Must have strong experience working with a variety of technology and the ability to multi-task between different projects and workflow stages.
• Must have experience communicating directly with end users and the ability to gather requirements.
• Experience analyzing business product needs, recommending, then possibly implementing, effective software solutions in a timely manner.
• Experience analyzing core standards for software development, and maintaining an effective process for support.
• Experience providing guidance and leadership to other developers and development teams.

Fourteen Foods 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. We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.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.

Please be advised that operation positions may involve exposure to various work hazards, including but not limited to extreme temperatures (both high heat and cold environments depending on seasonal and job assignment) and allergens (such as peanuts, dairy, soy, and other food-related allergens). Candidates should consider these factors when applying and be prepared to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and comfort. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and will supply appropriate protective gear and training to manage these conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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