Technical Support Developer ~ Retail Insights

MPG II, LLC

Technical Support Developer ~ Retail Insights

National
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ABOUT MPG

    Market Performance Group (MPG) is a leading end-to-end, strategy & services omnichannel commerce agency focused on creating the best PATH FORWARD — from market strategy to in-market reality — for today’s fastest-growing consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers. Over the years, we’ve built a strong reputation as a trusted partner and valuable resource to a broad range of companies, from Fortune 500 to Private Equity, in categories that include health & wellness, food & beverage, home and hardlines. We revel in the opportunity to guide our clients on their path forward, building and activating strategies that ensure success. Everything we do is driven by our unrelenting commitment to leverage our deep operational experience, unparalleled omnichannel expertise, and industry relationships to drive performance in today’s dynamic omnichannel marketplace.

    At MPG, we value our people and their contributions; they are critical to building the MPG Brand. Our leadership team has significant experience driving topline revenue and bottom-line profit, having held senior operating roles at leading CPG manufacturers and retailers. Our highly regarded, seasoned team of 400+ strategy and commercialization professionals brings strong operational experience and a collaborative approach. All team members are singularly focused on providing clients with pragmatic, real-world market approaches, built on the strong consumer, category and marketplace insights needed to create sustainable, profitable brand growth.

    JOB OVERVIEW

    The Technical Support Developer acts as the primary technical liaison between the Customer Support team and the Development Team. This role is responsible for investigating and triaging customer-reported issues, determining whether they are bugs or intended functionalities, and managing the communication flow between teams. Additionally, the Technical Support Developer may contribute to development projects during periods of low support activity. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient and effective communication and ensuring that customer issues are resolved promptly and accurately.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Serve as the first point of contact for the Customer Support team regarding technical issues, application behavior inquiries, and customer-reported bugs.
    • Investigate reported issues to determine whether they are working as designed, a bug, or require further clarification.
    • Triage issues and requests, prioritizing them based on severity and business impact, and create detailed tickets for the development team when necessary.
    • Communicate findings and resolutions back to the Customer Support team and other stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.
    • Work closely with the development team to ensure that issues are addressed efficiently and that information is conveyed accurately.
    • Assist with development projects during periods of low support activity, contributing to ongoing improvements and new features.
    • Maintain a strong understanding of the company’s applications and systems to effectively diagnose and resolve issues.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred.

    • Relevant certifications in software development or cloud technologies are an advantage.

    • Proficiency in programming languages and development frameworks relevant to the company’s applications (e.g., PHP, JavaScript, Laravel).

    • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and diagnose technical issues accurately.

    • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear, understandable language for non-technical stakeholders.

    • Experience working in a customer-facing role or in a support capacity is highly desirable.

    • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize based on business needs.

    • Experience in application development or a related technical role.

    • Demonstrated ability to investigate and triage technical issues in a fast-paced environment.

    • Experience working closely with both technical and non-technical teams.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Most of the work will be performed remotely from your home. The position may require occasional travel for team meetings, strategic planning sessions, and industry conferences. Work hours will primarily be spent seated at a computer monitor using a mouse and keyboard.

    This job description is not all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as requested to meet the needs of the organization.

    BENEFITS

    We offer a generous package of health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, paid maternity/paternity leave and life insurance. Our compensation program provides market industry base salary, bonuses, and 401K. In addition to paid holidays, we reward an employee’s extra efforts through unlimited paid time off.

    DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

    MPG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

    We are committed to ensuring that Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) are at the foundation of our culture. Through DEI&B, we embrace the beauty in all of the unique qualities of our employees, communities and clients. MPG’s DEI&B efforts empower us to collectively reach our full potential. by fueling innovation, connection, and growth. We recognize the value of having a diverse and engaged team. We are an organization driven by PEOPLE. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging was born from our core values. We believe that by leveraging the unique perspectives and experiences of our employees, MPG can unlock more comprehensive, innovative, and long-standing results for both our client and retailer partners. As our journey continues to evolve, we have made intentional commitments to further champion DEI&B. The foundation of our pledge starts with our promise to each other, our clients, and the community.

    VACCINATION STATUS

    MPG does not require candidates to be vaccinated when hired, with the following exception:

    If the client for whom the role is being filled requires all candidates to be vaccinated, MPG will require those candidates to be vaccinated. In these cases, candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.