GXS Developer

THE OPPORTUNITY:

As a system engineer, he/she is responsible in the development, and maintenance of existing OpenText middleware application interfaces/mapping using with/without GXS AI mapper.

Provide functional/technical support to various business units for b2b integrations on SAP OpenText/GXS applications through the design and implementation of existing and new business functionalities.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing the AI maps without using the AI mapper tool (preferred),

Prepare the mapping specification documents for the existing AI maps

Support the overall application systems or complex sub-systems, such as sophisticated transactions management and administrative and statistical software packages

Performance evaluation and enhancements.

Able to work on multiple integration issues simultaneously.  

Development and Support experience with integration products, B2B integration, messaging formats, EDI, EDIFACT, XML, cXML and 5+ years of GXS / OpenText  AI , Enterprise Gateway and WebTradeguide products

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

The ideal candidate will be responsible to develop the AI maps without using the AI mapper tool (preferred),

Prepare the mapping specification documents for the existing AI maps

Support the overall application systems or complex sub-systems, such as sophisticated transactions management and administrative and statistical software packages

Performance evaluation and enhancements.

Able to work on multiple integration issues simultaneously.  

Development and Support experience with integration products, B2B integration, messaging formats, EDI, EDIFACT, XML, cXML and 5+ years of GXS / OpenText  AI , Enterprise Gateway and WebTradeguide products

CERTIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in business related or technology related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Highly proficient in business, business/systems analysis and projects gained through broad and deep experience of over several years.
• 8+ years of experience in information technology
• Ability to undertake general communication and training at all levels
• Minimum of 4 years of GXS Application Integrator mapping and mid-senior level experience.
• 4+ years of direct experience working with Enterprise Application Integration, Message oriented Middleware or Service Oriented Architecture patterns and applications like webMethods.
• Experience with Oracle SQL.
• Development and Support experience with integration products, B2B integration, EDI and XML schemas.
• Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP solution, SAP Adapter and SAP T-codes.

THOSE NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB COMPETENTLY:

• GXS AI mapping with or without mapper (preferred) – Administration, mapping and support experience
• EDI standards - ANSI X12, EDIFACT (typical supply chain transactions preferred).
• eXtensible Markup Language (cXML, xCBL preferred).
• B2B communication protocols like AS2, FTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, SFTP, etc.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and company business processes.
• Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Strong analytical and documentation skills; Ability to simplify and explain complex technical processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a self-starter, and able to manage major developments, enhancements, support with minimal direction and drive positive, high-impact changes in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment.
• Familiarity with any of the following is desired:
  • SAP ECC 6.0 (SD, SCM, IDOC, RFC).
  • SQL Developer or similar Oracle database development / query tool.
  • Putty or similar terminal emulator software.
  • UltraEdit or similar text editor.
  • WS_FTP Pro or similar file transfer software.
  • ServiceNow or similar IT Service Management (ITSM) software.
  • EDISIM
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated good team interaction skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently

Ability to be customer-focused and results driven in a dynamic environment
 

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE AND CREATE AN IMPACT:

• Provides hands on management and delivery of multiple projects across strategic programs to meet technology and business requirements on time and within budget.
• Leads issue/risk management, remediation plans, and escalations across channels, service areas, business Leaders for projects/support activities within b2b community - responsible for providing management direction in these areas and ensuring clear communication, consideration of all factors, generation of solution alternatives, and defined actionable plans that are implemented.
• Acts as a SPOC for GXS system integration related initiatives and closely collaborate with all b2b stakeholders and align on b2b priorities for implementation.

• Guides and support middleware team to deliver the assigned tasks, projects in time, budget withour compromising the quality.

• Understand the business requirements; design new processes to match business requirements.
• Convert business/functional requirements in technical specifications.
• Provide subject matter expertise within middleware space. Design, configure and develop  the object as per the design.
• Develop or modify interface maps between ERP and middleware system(OpenText/GXS)
• Should have experience in handling different data conversions like xml to csv, csv to xml, JSON etc.
• Create/change new or existing Integration Scenarios and Integration Processes as per business needs.
• Test developed objects with test cases and prepare Unit Test Plans.
• Work closely with Business Analysts to ensure accuracy and completeness of functional specifications. Provide assistance to the Business Analyst with the analysis of Integration change requests.
• Development, execution, and documentation of unit test procedures.
• Assist in system, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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