Become part of one of the fastest growing internet retailers in the United States. Quidsi Inc., the parent company for Diapers.com, is seeking a SQL Programmer. Programmer is responsible for supporting user requests by performing queries on production database systems using Microsoft SQL Server 2005 and 2008.

The role entails 30% ad-hoc queries. 30% report development, 30% general support, 10% configuration and maintenance, and procedure development/documentation.

Responsibilities

SQL development using SQL tools

Complete ad hoc queries as directed by user requirements

Assist in daily application data related troubleshooting and problem analysis

Development of SQL Reporting Services reports.

Work with users to understand business requirements

Complete all tasks related to technical analysis, building and unit testing, quality assurance, system test and implementation in accordance with the IT development life cycle.

Analyze requirements, design, build and test system components or amendments.

Always conform to documentation, coding and quality standards as defined.

Review, discuss and work within agreed timescales and feedback to project managers any variances arising as tasks are performed.

Understand client business and make recommendations and technology suggestions to solve problems and improve efficiency.

Understand architecture of applications in order to effectively troubleshoot problems and develop more efficient production processes.

Be prepared to carry out business analysis tasks to ensure that the development/change meets user requirements and expectations.

Prepare for and support user acceptance testing.

Perform quality assurance tests on the work of other developers.

Prepare all necessary documentation and processes to enable ongoing support of the systems.

Communicate with internal and external customers, supervisors and management using clear, user-friendly terminology (emails, phone, meetings).

Assist project and line managers in producing estimates for the development phase of projects and enhancements.

Provide On Call support for systems based on agreed coverage timeframe.

WORK EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE

Minimum of 2 years of proven systems development experience using structured methods

Minimum of 2 years using Microsoft SQL Server and associated technologies including reporting services.

Understanding of relational database design and development life cycle principles

Solid experience of working in project teams

Desire to stay abreast of new development tools and methods

SKILLS / OTHER PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

Enjoy challenging and thought provoking work and have a strong desire to learn and progress (motivated enough to self learn)

Ability to pick up new technology independently

Must have good organization and planning skills capable of managing own workload

Be able to work under pressure and multi-task while remaining professional and courteous

Exceptional ability to analyze requirements / problems and to propose innovative but workable solutions

Team player

Open minded, flexible, and willing to listen for other people's opinions.

Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate over the phone and via email with a variety of individuals at all technical levels are required.

Excellent verbal and written skills

This position is located in Jersey City, NJ. Our beautiful office is located across from the Exchange Place Path Station.

TO APPLY: Please submit your resume and a cover letter stating your salary requirements to CAREERS@DIAPERS.COM. Include in the subject line your name, position name and where you have seen this ad.

All inquiries will be kept confidential. Diapers.com is an equal opportunity employer. We will only respond to those we wish to contact for an interview.

Thanks for your interest in Quidsi Inc. The home of Diapers.com and Soap.com.