Principal IT Developer

JOB TITLE: Principal IT Developer

REPORTS TO: Chief Information Officer

LOCATION: Moscow, ID

REMOTE ELIGIBLE: No

ABOUT NRS

100% employee-owned NRS is the world’s leading manufacturer of paddlesports equipment and apparel with a 50-year legacy in the outdoor recreation industry. Founded on the idea that business can be more than just a way to make money, we strive to be the kind of company we would want to do business with, and the kind of company we enjoy working for. Our status as a 100% employee-owned business, ensures that every decision we make reflects our dedication to quality, service and integrity.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Principal IT Developer, you will be at the core of a tight-knit team, transforming initial concepts into software that is integral to our daily operations. NRS is a dynamic company with diverse business activities ranging from sales and marketing to manufacturing and logistics. Working in our IT department brings new challenges every day and offers a broad range of opportunities to learn by applying technology to a variety of business functions. It’s a rewarding journey, seeing projects evolve from start to finish, right here in Idaho.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and Develop: Craft, test, and refine software systems and applications.
• Collaborate: Partner with diverse teams to meet change and release requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure high-quality deliverables by addressing test errors promptly.
• Training and Mentorship: Share knowledge through formal and informal training clinics, supporting fellow team members.
• Best Practices: Advocate for and implement industry best practices in support of NRS customers and colleagues.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively optimize processes, embracing automation and continuous integration.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in C#, .NET, and SQL Server.
  • Strong MS SQL (advanced queries, stored procedures, cursors).
  • Experience with REST APIs.
  • Knowledge of professional software development life cycle practices.
  • Ability to gather requirements, produce estimates, and design systems.
  • Skilled at writing functional and regression tests.
• Communication and Leadership:
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) with business users, technical teams, and management.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and mentor team members.
  • Analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Thought leader and change agent.
• ERP System Experience:
  • Knowledge of various ERP products and platforms.
  • Ability to customize and configure ERP components (UIs, Business Processes, Functions, SDK).
  • Familiarity with ERP Administration Tools and Consoles.
  • Experience with ERP-specific solutions (e.g., Tax Management, Shipping and Distribution Modules).
  • Exposure to ERP integration tools and third-party extensions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience: 5-7 years of applicable experience with demonstrated success in software development.
• Specialization: 5+ years of manufacturing industry experience.
• Epicor Kinetic Development: 3-5+ years of programming experience within Epicor Kinetic.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.

While we value diverse ERP development experience, familiarity with Epicor Kinetic is highly regarded and beneficial.

SALARY RANGE

• $90K – $130K

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee stock option plan (ESOP)
• Employee life insurance plan