Blue Yonder WMS Software Engineer
Michaels StoresSupport Center - Irving We are seeking a hands-on Blue Yonder WMS Software Engineer with strong technical skills and a working understanding of distribution center operations. This role will configure, integrate, deploy, and support Blue Yonder (formerly JDA) WMS while partnering with operations and business teams to improve warehouse processes. The ideal candidate has participated in a full-cycle WMS implementation and can take ownership of complex technical issues from design through production resolution. Major Activities Design and implement Blue Yonder WMS configurations, MOCA components, SQL queries, and integrations in line with approved solution architecture. Partner with business teams and distribution center operations to document requirements, map warehouse processes, and translate operational needs into scalable technical solutions. Work with the Solution Architect on process design, interface design, data mapping, and technical direction for complex changes. Develop technical specifications, solution blueprints, configuration standards, and support documentation. Support the full deployment lifecycle, including configuration, testing, defect resolution, cutover, go-live, and hypercare. Lead technical defect triage and root-cause analysis. Troubleshoot WMS logs, staged messages, interfaces, configuration, and production failures; serve as an escalation point for complex issues. Perform system health checks and tune configurations, rules, and SQL to improve throughput, reliability, and inventory accuracy. Partner with vendors and internal teams on automation workflows, conveyor and sorter integrations, picking systems, and warehouse devices. Validate solutions with business users, incorporate feedback, and deliver SOPs, training, and knowledge transfer to operations and support teams. Key Responsibilities Other duties as assigned Design and implement Blue Yonder WMS configurations, MOCA components, SQL queries, and integrations in line with approved solution architecture. Partner with business teams and distribution center operations to document requirements, map warehouse processes, and translate operational needs into scalable technical solutions. Work with the Solution Architect on process design, interface design, data mapping, and technical direction for complex changes. Develop technical specifications, solution blueprints, configuration standards, and support documentation. Support the full deployment lifecycle, including configuration, testing, defect resolution, cutover, go-live, and hypercare. Lead technical defect triage and root-cause analysis. Troubleshoot WMS logs, staged messages, interfaces, configuration, and production failures; serve as an escalation point for complex issues. Perform system health checks and tune configurations, rules, and SQL to improve throughput, reliability, and inventory accuracy. Partner with vendors and internal teams on automation workflows, conveyor and sorter integrations, picking systems, and warehouse devices. Validate solutions with business users, incorporate feedback, and deliver SOPs, training, and knowledge transfer to operations and support teams. Minimum Education Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Required Qualifications Hands-on experience with Blue Yonder or JDA WMS configuration, MOCA, SQL, integrations, deployments, and production support. Experience delivering at least one full-cycle Blue Yonder or JDA WMS implementation, from requirements and design through go-live and hypercare. Strong troubleshooting skills across application configuration, data, interfaces, and warehouse transactions. Ability to work directly with both technical teams and distribution center operations and explain technical issues in operational terms. Experience creating technical designs, test plans, data mappings, and deployment documentation. Experience with Manhattan Transportation Management System (TMS), including WMS–TMS integrations, is a plus Prefer…