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Software Developer, Finance Applications
Location Birmingham, Alabama
- Category Technology
- Job ID R25_0000013865
- Brand Motion Industries (MOT)
- Status Full time
Overview
Here, you’ll find a culture that always has its finger on the pulse of ingenuity and innovation. After all, building on our legacy depends on acting with integrity to deliver future-focused transformation — and that’s where you’ll come in. By adding your resourcefulness and out-of-the-box thinking to ours, we’ll be able to achieve great things — both as a team, and as individuals. Whatever your area of IT expertise, we’ll empower you to bring your authentic self to work and support you to do your best work.

Job Details
SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, the Software Developer, Finance Applications is responsible for leading a small team while actively contributing to software development efforts. This role requires a strong background in full-stack engineering, with the primary focus on designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web applications. This role reports to Finance and requires collaboration with both finance and accounting teams to gather requirements and deliver data-driven solutions. Although expertise in machine learning is a plus, the primary emphasis is on hands-on coding, technical leadership, and project management.
A strong candidate will have a passion for data, strong leadership, finance knowledge and analytical skills. This, coupled with the ability to leverage deep technical knowledge, will allow for the efficient creation of accurate and actionable insights.
JOB DUTIES
- Manage and mentor 1-2 direct reports establishing best practices, overseeing code reviews, promoting a collaborative environment and managing a comprehensive portfolio of solutions.
- Ensures alignment of team objectives with business goals, coordinating with stakeholders in finance, accounting, and other departments.
- Designs, develops, and maintains highly scalable web applications using Python (Django/Flask) and front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3).
- Implement data pipelines (ETL) and integrations between external applications and internal systems to bridge data gaps.
- Employ software development best practices, including version control, testing and documentation.
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Utilize visualization techniques and BI Tools (e.g., Qlik, Power BI) to present findings in a clear, actionable format.
- Maintains existing machine learning and statistical modeling solutions for predictive and analytical purposes.
- Collaborates with Finance to transform analysis insights into software applications and APIs.
- Define project scope, deliverables and timelines, ensuring on-time, high quality product.
- Continuously monitors emerging technologies and industry trends, ensuring the preservation of a competitive advantage while promoting the enhancement of organizational capabilities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Accounting, or Finance
- At least five (5) years of software engineering experience with at least two (2) or more of those years leading people
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Proficiency in full-stack software development, with a demonstrated expertise in data structures, algorithms, software design, UI/UX, and core programming principles.
- Proficiency in Python (Django/Flask) and front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3)
- Strong knowledge of data engineering principles, including experience with ETL processes, data warehousing, and big data technologies.
- Experience deploying and managing applications in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure, etc.) and familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Industry-specific domain knowledge in Finance or Accounting, with an understanding of related processes and terminology.
- Communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
- Proven track record of successful project management, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.
- Knowledge of machine learning, statistical modeling, and optimization techniques, with a focus on generating actionable insights from large datasets preferred.
- Experience with data visualization and Business Intelligence tools (Qlik, PowerBI, D3.js, Plotly, Tableau, etc.) preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None Required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 0-5 Direct Reports
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: No
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
DISCLAIMER:
This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.
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