Lead IFS Application Developer

Overview

Description

The Lead IFS Application Developer is responsible for planning, designing, developing, testing, and implementing solutions within IFS Cloud / IFS Applications
, Gaia Herbs’ primary ERP platform. This role provides technical leadership for IFS development efforts, ensures adherence to IFS Build Place processes for releases and release updates
, and supports stable, scalable, and secure business-critical systems.

• Lead design, development, testing, and implementation of solutions within IFS Cloud / IFS Applications
• Execute and govern IFS Build Place processes
  , including application builds, releases, patches, and release updates
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations for IFS-related projects, enhancements, and integrations
• Develop and maintain IFS business logic, custom objects, extension layers, and integrations (REST/OData)
• Troubleshoot complex IFS application issues and implement sustainable solutions
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and version control artifacts
• Take part in the production support rotation as part of the Information Systems team
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

• Education and/or
  
  Experience:
  
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of hands-on IFS Applications or IFS Cloud development experience
• 3+ years of Oracle PL/SQL development within an ERP environment
• Experience with the end-to-end IFS Lifecycle (Build Studio) including customizations uplifts and CRIM for releases and service updates
• Experience with Azure Dev Ops and GIT
• Experience with REST-based APIs and system integrations
• ERP experience outside of IFS is acceptable only when accompanied by direct IFS experience

• Advanced knowledge of IFS Cloud / IFS Applications architecture and data model
• Strong understanding of IFS Developer Studio and Build Place Studio
• Advanced Oracle PL/SQL skills for implementing and supporting IFS business logic
• Intermediate to Advanced skill in designing and supporting REST/OData integrations
• Familiarity with IFS Report Designer
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving ability to diagnose complex ERP issues and design maintainable solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to independently plan, prioritize, and manage multiple IFS initiatives under general supervision

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role requires regular use of a computer and visual focus on screens for extended periods.

This position primarily operates in an office environment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing or operational environments may occur, with potential exposure to noise, moving equipment, or industrial conditions.

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibility
• Provides technical leadership and guidance to developers, analysts, and vendors under general direction
• Influences technical decisions related to IFS development standards, architecture, and release practices

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance – eligible the first day of the month after you start.
• PTO, sick leave, paid holidays
• 401(k) - with a matching program
• Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)
• Volunteer time off
• Voting time off
• Wellness Week
• Recognition programs
• Gaia product discounts
• Birthday honey from the Gaian bees
• Free farmer’s market during season from Gaia’s own 350-acre farm.

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Gaia Herbs, Inc., where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. All employees and applicants will be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, in accordance with, and as defined by federal, state and local non-discrimination laws.