Applications Programmer /Analyst

Requisition Number: 68444

The company built on breakthroughs. ​ 
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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​ 

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​ 

​ At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​  

​ Come break through with us. 

Role Purpose

To design, code, implement, support and maintain Blacksburg’s Information Technology applications, both as an individual performer and as a member of a project team. Support the daily operations of the business. Provide analysis, design and coding support for business enhancements to the system. Maintain adherence to Corning’s Information Systems standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium size projects.
• Maintains existing client server and web based applications.
• Recommends and develops information system projects that improve manufacturing efficiencies and product quality.
• Assume leadership for own portion of large projects
• Use standard methodologies to carry out projects and tasks
• Develop application interfaces that are tailored to the user needs and are integrated with new and existing systems.
• Develop accurate, efficient, and user friendly computer programs
• Provide problem solving assistance in one or more applications or technical areas
• Apply knowledge and judgment to problem situations
• Provide services which adhere to standards and established procedures
• Monitor service levels and actively look for ways to improve service efficiency and effectiveness
• Test, debug, and document programs to ensure desired customer requirements are met.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management
• Interact with users in defining and analyzing a problem
• Participation in an after hours on-call rotation is a requirement (approximately every 5 weeks).

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering
• Application platform experience (such as VB.NET or ASP.NET) with a primary focus on supporting complex business processes.
• Database skills preferably in Microsoft SQL.
• Troubleshooting and debugging skills for complex applications.
• Knowledge of Windows environments and IIS.
• Ability to complete small to medium scale projects in a team environment.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Application design, development, and delivery experience.

Preferred Experience & Soft Skills

• Experience with the multi-user MES interfaces. Example: GE Proficy
• Microsoft SSRS reporting experience.
• Experience using Team Foundation Server.
• Experience developing and debugging SQLServer stored procedures.
• Expert knowledge of business process mapping and documentation of business requirements, system design, and technical standards.
• Communications skills – ability to interact with peers, customers, and management in course of performing function.
• Ability to direct or guide other resources in the delivery of collaboration capabilities.
• Ability to facilitate a technical team in setting new standards, and setting new technical directions in the composite application space.
• Good Teamwork, written and oral communication and customer service skills.
• Detailed and Organized.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $63,169.00 - $86,858.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. 
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.    
• Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors. 

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .