IT Developer: Legacy Systems to Modernization

Location: Cleveland, OH (On-site)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Industry: Automotive Technology / Enterprise Software

Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Developer to support and modernize a global automotive technology platform used across Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand. This role will focus on a long-standing intelligent color retrieval system (ICRIS) that supports automotive refinish operations and integrates with physical devices such as scanners, printers, and spectrophotometers.

This is a hybrid role combining:

• modernization initiatives
• production support and troubleshooting

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, supporting real-world production environments, and contributing to modernization efforts within an established enterprise platform.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain legacy desktop applications built primarily in C++ and MFC
• Support ongoing modernization efforts as the platform transitions toward newer web-based technologies
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, including root cause analysis and debugging
• Collaborate closely with QA and global development teams to validate fixes and support releases
• Work with SQL Server databases to support backend functionality and investigate data-related issues
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and agile development processes
• Support integrations with physical devices and external hardware systems
• Contribute to application deployments, maintenance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives

Top Required Skills

1. C++ / MFC Development

• Strong experience developing and supporting Windows desktop applications
• Experience working within legacy enterprise application environments
• Understanding of object-oriented programming and distributed desktop systems

2. SQL / Database Experience

• SQL Server querying and troubleshooting
• Ability to investigate backend data and application issues
• Understanding of database-driven application architecture

3. Production Support & Troubleshooting

• Experience debugging production issues and performing root cause analysis
• Comfortable working in both development and support-focused environments
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Docker or containerization experience
• Experience supporting applications integrated with physical devices or hardware
• CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Team City
• Git Hub, Bit Bucket, or other source control platforms
• Scrum-adjacent environment with two-week sprints
• Code reviews and collaborative development practices
• Global development team with close collaboration across U.S. and European teams

Ideal Candidate

This role is a strong fit for someone who:

• enjoys working on complex legacy systems
• likes debugging and troubleshooting real-world production issues
• is comfortable balancing support work with hands-on development
• wants exposure to modernization efforts without leaving behind core engineering work
• thrives in collaborative, cross-functional environments