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Title: Software Engineer - D365 F&O

Management Level: Individual Contributor  

Job Summary

We are seeking a Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O/AX) Developer with strong hands‑on expertise in ERP development, customization, and integrations. The successful candidate will contribute to end‑to‑end implementations, system enhancements, and technical delivery across Finance, Supply Chain, and Project Operations modules. This role involves X++ development, data migration, integration engineering, and collaboration with consultants and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality ERP solutions.

What You Will Do

Technical Delivery & Development

• Develop and customize Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O/AX solutions using X++ with upgrade‑safe extensions.
• Participate in requirement analysis, fit/gap workshops, and technical reviews with peers and stakeholders.
• Design and implement product enhancements, add‑on modules, and scalable ERP applications.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, customizations, and best practices.
• Perform unit testing, debugging, and performance optimization to ensure high‑quality delivery.

Integration & Data Management

• Work with DMF (Data Migration Framework) for data import/export and migration activities.
• Support integrations using APIs, web services, and Azure Logic Apps.
• Collaborate with teams to leverage Microsoft technologies such as SharePoint, Azure DevOps, and Reporting Services.
• Assist in requirement analysis, effort estimation, and development planning.

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate actively with customers, developers, and service delivery teams to resolve application issues.
• Provide customer support including troubleshooting, training, and issue resolution.
• Maintain knowledge base articles and technical documentation for ongoing support.

Continuous Learning & Improvement

• Research and evaluate new tools and technologies to drive innovation.
• Implement best practices, conduct code reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Stay current with Microsoft technologies, Power Platform tools, and ERP industry trends.

What You Will Have

Technical Expertise

• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Project Operations).
• Skilled in X++ development, Visual Studio, and Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Familiarity with Dataverse, SQL Server, and data management within F&O.
• Basic knowledge of system integrations using APIs, web services, and Azure Logic Apps.
• Exposure to Power Platform tools (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate).
• Understanding of security roles, user management, and compliance standards in Dynamics 365.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve Dynamics 365 F&O issues, ensuring system stability and optimized performance.

Tools & Frameworks

• Experience with DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, Git, Azure DevOps).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Exposure to global rollouts and multi‑entity implementations is a plus.

Considerations for Top Candidates

• X++ Development Proficiency – Strong ability to design, develop, and troubleshoot customizations and extensions using upgrade‑safe practices.
• Data Management Skills – Knowledge on experience with DMF for data migration, import/export, and handling large datasets within Finance & Supply Chain modules.
• Integration Knowledge – Familiarity with APIs, web services, and Azure Logic Apps to support system integrations and real‑time data exchange.
• Performance Optimization – Ability to debug, profile, and optimize X++ code, batch jobs, and queries to ensure system stability and efficiency.
• DevOps & CI/CD Exposure – Practical experience with Git, Azure DevOps pipelines, and environment management across Dev/UAT/Prod.
• Testing & Quality Assurance – Experience with unit testing, debugging, and contributing to automated test scripts to validate customizations and integrations.
• Cross‑Module Understanding – Exposure to Finance, Supply Chain, and Project Operations modules, with the ability to extend functionality across multiple areas.
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing – Ability to prepare clear technical documentation, maintain knowledge base articles, and contribute to reusable developer guides.
• Agile/Scrum Collaboration – Familiarity with Agile methodologies, participating in sprints, fit/gap workshops, and peer reviews to ensure delivery excellence.
• Continuous Learning Mindset – Enthusiasm for exploring Power Platform tools (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate) and emerging Microsoft technologies to drive innovation.

Experience

• 2–5+ years of experience in the Microsoft stack, with at least 2+ years focused on Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Participated in multiple end‑to‑end full‑cycle implementations of Dynamics 365 F&O, contributing to design, development, customization, and deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Certifications:

• MB-500: Finance & Operations Apps Developer
• The MB‑920 certification is Microsoft Dynamics 365 Fundamentals (ERP).

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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