Senior Software Engineer – Warehouse Management & Supply Chain Solutions

Job Title

Senior Software Engineer – Warehouse Management & Supply Chain Solutions

Contract-to-Hire

Hybrid Remote (4-days onsite in Irving, TX)

• W2 hourly pay rate while on contract $58.00 – $70.00
• Salary conversion target: $120,000 - $140,000 + full benefits

Join an enterprise applications team focused on advancing warehouse and supply chain operations. Vaco is seeking a technical expert with substantial experience in software development and deep familiarity with warehouse management, supply chain technologies, and enterprise resource systems. This role emphasizes supporting and improving large-scale Blue Yonder/JDA WMS implementations integrated with core ERP platforms. This role requires onsite presence in Irving, TX, four days per week.

Candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen and must be legally eligible to work in the United States, as our client is unable to sponsor at this time.

• Deliver ongoing support, administration, and enhancement for complex Warehouse Management Systems, with involvement across inbound, outbound, inventory, and operations workflows.
• Customize, configure, and optimize Blue Yonder (formerly JDA) WMS, including workflow adjustments, integration points, and system performance fine-tuning.
• Engage closely with business users to understand operational needs, gathering requirements for system improvements and translating them into effective technical designs.
• Engineer, test, and launch software upgrades, interfaces, and automation features, using contemporary development frameworks and integration standards.
• Design and implement data and process integrations between WMS, ERP, and various third-party logistics/supply chain tools to enable seamless data movement and business process continuity.
• Produce and update comprehensive technical documentation, specifications, and knowledge base articles for processes and enhancements.
• Take a leading or contributory role in system upgrades, new module implementations, and project-based enhancements for WMS landscapes.
• Continuously monitor critical application performance, proactively troubleshoot issues, and ensure high system availability and reliability.
• Serve as a Tier 2/3 escalation point, providing advanced support, resolving complex issues, and mentoring colleagues within supply chain IT and operations.
• Partner with application vendors and internal teams to coordinate software enhancements, patches, and new deployment rollouts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• At least five years of hands-on programming experience (e.g., .NET, Java, .SQL, Python) within enterprise solution environments.
• Solid grasp of key supply chain and warehouse operations—ideally within manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution sectors.
• Minimum two years supporting and customizing Blue Yonder (JDA) WMS, proficient in MOCA scripting/commands, configuration, Page Builder/Jasper reporting, Java, rollout automation, and system integrations.
• Working knowledge of ERP ecosystems such as IBM iSeries, SAP, Oracle, Infor, or Microsoft Dynamics, specifically with integration to warehousing.
• Experience in Agile software delivery and Dev Ops tools/methodologies.
• Familiarity with electronic data interchange (EDI), API-driven integrations, and data exchange protocols.
• Strong analytical abilities with proven SQL/data analysis and visualization skills (e.g., in Excel).
• Exceptional communicator with demonstrated capability to explain technical solutions to business stakeholders and manage multiple project priorities.

• Prior experience in middleware or integration platforms (such as Dell Boomi, Mule Soft).
• Prior hands-on projects linking WMS with shipping (Pro Ship, Nshift) or material handling systems (conveyors, RF devices, printers).
• Experience with Blue Yonder WMS version 2018 or newer.
• Relevant industry certifications, particularly in Blue Yonder WMS or major ERP solutions.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.