MGR INFORMATION SERVICES - IT Manager Windows Server Engineering

 

POSITION PURPOSE -
Do you want to be part of a thrilling revolution influenced by technology? The Home Depot is a $70 billion business-focused environment where you can contribute in a variety of functional areas covering all aspects of the consumer value chain. We are currently managing leading software packages and technology platforms to deliver creative results to our business partners and customers. We need people who understand how best to apply technologies to solve problems and develop innovative solutions. If you are looking for an opportunity to see instant, progressive, and substantial business benefits from your technology talents and experience, it’s the perfect time to join The Home Depot.

As an IT professional you have expert knowledge in one or more programming languages or databases. Because of your excellent understanding of the entire project life cycle, you have the ability to direct project teams in the gathering, design, and development of complex applications/programs. You get to work closely with and learn from the brightest minds to ensure proper system design. Your role ensures highest quality implementations from design through quality insurance to production. You anticipate hardware and software design needs to take pre-emptive action.  Our IT professionals support multiple team members and other project leads in day-to-day activities related to project work.  

 On- site and local perks:

• Choose from a variety of benefit plans designed to meet your individual and family needs.
• Take part in company Success Sharing – an incentive program based on sales performance.
• Receive “Homer Awards” that lead to cash incentives for consistently demonstrating behaviors that reflect The Home Depot’s values.
• Work out at our on-site gym that offers classes and state- of- the- art equipment.
• Eat at our on-site cafeteria that offers a plethora of options o We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -
Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must pass the Drug Test.
Must successfully complete any required training or orientation courses.

EDUCATION REQUIRED -
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 5


PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS -
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS -
1-2 years of experience in a leader/ team lead capacity

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS -

• At least eight years of information technology infrastructure experience, of which at least four years should be as a Manager or Lead Engineer.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and people leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
• Experience in application and operation system deployment to Windows Servers/Desktops and Linux/UNIX systems.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies  and approaches (experience in ensuring quality for large-scale projects)
• On-call (nights/weekends) coverage expected.
• Ability to collaborate within and work across multiple teams.
• Knowledge of the Windows Server solutions with integration of cross platform technologies. 
• In depth knowledge of x86/x64 hardware architecture and relationships within storage, network and facilities frameworks as best practices shared. 
• Expert technical proficiency in Windows technologies. 
• Proficiency in automated software delivery technology a plus.
• Some knowledge of Retail applications a plus.
• Comprehensive understanding of systems, applications, SAN,  and/or networks so that practical solutions can be provided that factor system performance, usability, quality, cross-system interdependencies, scalability, and overall cost to develop and maintain.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Preferred experience using and designing solutions for the following technologies: Hyper-V, SQL Server