Express is sexy, original style in a fun, high-energy environment.  Express is young and independent, but with a three decade history of success.  And with more than 20,000 associates, more than 580 stores, and more than $1.8 billion in annual sales, Express is one of the ten largest specialty brands in the country.  And we're growing bigger and better every season.

The Programmer Analyst is responsible for formulating and defining system scope and objectives. Designs, codes, tests, debugs and documents programs. Creates or modifies procedures to solve moderate-complex problems considering equipment capacity, limitations, operating time and desired results. May be responsible for all phases including delivery of medium to high complexity projects. The successful candidate must have the desire and ability to learn and work with multiple languages and frameworks across a wide variety of applications.

MUST HAVE:
* Java, C#.NET / ASP, JavaScript, SQL Server 2000+, SQL Development, DTS/SSIS, Life Cycle Management

* Technical expertise in languages, operating systems, databases, development tools, networking, and/or software packages. 
* Evaluation of new products, platforms, and technologies on medium to large scale projects and / or medium to high complexity projects.
* Participates in business requirement discussions and performs feasibility studies on projects with medium to high complexity.
* Perform administrative functions in relation to project activities; project plans, technical specification development, status reports, issue reporting, etc. on medium to large scale projects.
* Possesses an excellent knowledge of software development (i.e., program design, flowcharting, coding, testing, debugging, etc.).
* Performs technical analysis of systems requirements for system requests, problem resolution and /or functional requirements.
* Provides technical consulting on medium complexity to highly complex projects.
* Acts independently under general direction.
* Provides input on associate evaluations.
* Provides support for business critical applications identifying and providing solutions to application software issues.
* Understands existing business processes supporting specific functional business areas.
* Responsible for design, development, and testing of medium to high complexity projects.

* Any of the following a Big Plus:
Experience with Time and Attendance \ Labor Scheduling applications (WorkBrain), C++, Unix, shell scripting, Visual Studio 2008, SharePoint WSS 3.0, Microsoft VSS and / or TFS

* Four year degree in Information Systems or an equivalent combination of course work and job experience
* 5-7 years of systems analysis and programming experience; project design activities
* Knowledge of retail industry a plus
* Proficiency with various languages, databases, operating systems, scripting languages, and utilities.

* Ability to understand how the software being used relates to the hardware and operating system being used.
* Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate with end users as well as other technical personnel.
* Knowledge of and experience with file transfer environments, applications, and tools.
* Excellent problem determination and resolution skills regarding all technical aspects of the various systems
* Attention to detail to ensure high quality deliverables
* Ability to work in a very fast-paced, multi-task environment
* Ability and willingness to learn new technologies

An equal opportunity employer, Express, LLC does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. Express, LLC only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.