Job Description

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Location: 17725 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77094

Job Overview:

CBAC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet CBAC employment eligibility standards.

Role Overview:

As the Franchise Accounting department continues to grow and evolve, we are looking to add automation in increasing volume. These automations would be both within and external to our new accounting software, Epicor Kinetic. The software is highly configurable and allows for automated functions to be written into the software. We are looking for an experienced developer to join our team and support the customization, integration, and optimization of our Epicor Kinetic ERP system. The background of this individual should have a strong SQL database background and the ability to understand and write application solutions in a variety of methods.

The main goal of this effort is to simplify and automate user entry and user financial statement review for our 320+ independent businesses. This would be accomplished by the following methods and more where helpful.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Create and optimize SQL queries as well as user dashboard displays of such queries to automate the monthly review work of both Franchisees and our Franchise Accountants
• Develop, maintain, and enhance function logic for server-side customizations
• Develop, maintain, and enhance integrations with external software and data using REST APIs
• Develop, maintain, and enhance internal tools with VBA to automate document creation and evaluation for Franchise Accountant use
• Maintain documentation for customizations, integrations, and development standards to ensure code clarity, support team collaboration, and enable future development.
• Utilize Azure DevOps SOPs established by Christian Brothers Technology team.
• Operate within established framework of the Christian Brothers Technology team tech stack.
• Demonstrate proactive initiative in identifying development needs and proposing future iterations, automations, and solutions to increase the efficiency of accounting as a whole.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• BA/BS is preferred, but not required
• 3-5 years of experience building large-scale software applications
• Skilled in building web applications from concept to production (front and backend)
• Demonstrated expertise in designing, consuming, and reverse engineering RESTful APIs, including advanced data ingestion and export workflows.
• Proficient in handling JSON-based integrations and leveraging VBA to automate and process large datasets in CSV/XLS formats.
• Application of devops in CI/CD for on-prem and cloud environments (Azure)
• 5+ years experience in programming
• Proficient in SQL/MySQL query writing, comfortable creating database schemas
• Skilled in developing core functions and applications using C# (CSharp)
• Experienced in engineering solutions for large-scale data processing, including ETL pipelines, data integration, and optimizing workflows for mass datasets.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new software and technology

Soft Skills:

• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate complex topics in simple terms
• Highly capable in analysis, optimization, debugging, and documentation
• Organized, efficient and agile in tasks and environment
• Capable in technical writing and data presentation
• Can stop/start multiple tasks and pick up where left off quickly
• Servant leadership, consistently looking for ways to improve the team workflow and environment
• Strives to embody our core values of Neighborly, Joy, Excellence and Transparency

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally bending, twisting, and turning.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Workplace Environment:

• This role will be located at the Support Center in Houston, TX.
• A great workplace culture that has won repeated Top Workplace accolades by the Houston Chronicle.
• Open office layout to promote collaboration, conversation, and teamwork.
• Options to work remote/home on Mondays and Fridays.
• Some travel may be required (less than 10%).

Additional Information

Accountabilities
Accountable to the Brand, including the Franchisees, Support Center team, and Leadership team. The Software Engineer (Accounting) will report to the VP of Franchise Accounting and the Director of Strategy & Innovation, collaborating closely with DevOps

Base Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Christian Brothers Automotive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CBAC maintains “At will” employment practices.

CBA is a participant in E-verify and will provide the federal government with new employees' form I-9 to confirm they are authorized to work in the U.S.

For additional information, visit: https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf