Lead Developer, Finance Technology
The J.M. Smucker Co.
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Orrville • Ohio • United States
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About the role
- Supports technical leadership and strategic direction for advanced analytics, RPA/automation, and digital tools supporting Finance and the broader organization.
- Architect high-impact solutions, support compliance standards, mentor team members (including interns), and champion effective, responsible AI adoption.
- Provide architectural input and hands-on support for advanced analytics, data pipelines, and automation solutions.
- Contribute to standards, design decisions, and solution patterns to promote scalability, reliability, and alignment with enterprise and Finance strategies.
- Support the identification, design, and deployment of RPA and AI‑enabled automation solutions that reduce manual effort and improve cycle times.
- Participate across the automation lifecycle and collaborate with COE/IT teams to reinforce governance and sustainability.
- Help colleagues recognize automation opportunities and understand how AI + automation can modernize Finance workflows.
- Assist in developing and enhancing statistical and machine‑learning models.
- Partner with teams to integrate predictive and AI‑driven insights into decision‑making and help promote responsible, effective usage patterns that strengthen analytical maturity.
- Contribute to technology‑driven process improvements across Finance by equipping teams with modern tools, methods, and best practices.
- Support enterprise reporting processes and help reinforce data governance, audit, and SOX requirements through collaborative stewardship and cross‑functional partnership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in data Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- 5+ years in analytics, programming, automation, or advanced data roles
- Deep experience with R/Python and SQL; proven delivery with BI tools and production model operations
- Experience with RPA platforms (e.g., Blue Prism/UiPath/Automation Anywhere)
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Demonstrated ability to support teams in applying AI and automation effectively
- Continuous learning mindset and passion for emerging technologies
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
advanced analyticsRPAautomationdata pipelinesstatistical modelsmachine learningpredictive analyticsRPythonSQL
Soft Skills
communicationstakeholder managementmentoringcollaborationstrategic directionleadershipcontinuous learningproblem-solvingteam supporteffective usage patterns