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Microsoft Developer II – St. Cloud, MN
Stearns Bank N.A.
4191 2nd St S Saint Cloud, MN 56301-3761 UNITED STATES
Job Description
Come Grow with Us and Join a Top 100 Companies to Work for! Stearns Bank N.A. is looking for a Microsoft Developer II for our St. Cloud, MN location.

As a Microsoft Developer you’ll be working on internal Window Desktop applications core to our business using Visual Studio 2015 with SQL Server database backend. You’ll also be supporting our Excel users with (VBA) programming updates and fixes as necessary. We are a full-stack development team, creating applications from idea to implementation.

Additional Responsibilities include:

  • Develop and enhance our SDLC processes as we formalize our Microsoft team
  • Work with the Help Desk, IT Department, Business Analysts, Trainers and Users to solve problems, troubleshoot and enhance our internal products
Education & Experience
Successful candidate will have:
  • 5+ years of experience programming in VB.NET Framework, specifically Desktop Winforms development
  • Experience in writing and maintaining VBA in Excel & Word
  • “Power-User” Excel skills (formulas, pivot charts, etc.)
  • SQL Server experience, writing queries, stored procedures, troubleshooting
  • Technical troubleshooting abilities with an ability to think outside of the box!
Preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Computer Science or related field
  • OR: an Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; and/or two to three years related experience
  • OR: if you are self-taught and just simply enjoy programming in VB.NET AND have a proven history of producing successful Winforms desktop applications… we should talk!
  • Visual Basic 6 (VB6) experience
  • General knowledge or experience in a banking or financial industry environment
Personal Characteristics
  • Demonstrated commitment to detail and accuracy with the ability to understand the big picture.
  • Excellent organization and documentation skills (code-commenting is a must!)
  • Must have strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • High attention to detail and ability to be flexible.
  • An individual who fosters a sense of teamwork and pride within the group.
  • Ability to manage changing priorities.
About
Founded in 1912, Stearns Financial Services Inc. (SFSI) is a $2 billion well-capitalized, independent financial holding company based in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Specializing in nationwide small business lending and equipment financing, Stearns has maintained outstanding customer service, fast decisions, and customized finance solutions to their customers for decades.

Stearns Bank has earned itself a stellar reputation amongst customers and competitors alike. This reputation goes beyond just word-of-mouth, as Stearns has been recognized by the Independent Community Banker’s Association (ICBA) as the #1 top-performing bank in the nation over a based on the 3-year average Return on Assets for banks $1 billion or more. They have also been recognized by American Banker as the #1 top-performing bank in the nation over a 3-year period for Return on Equity for banks from $2 billion to $10 billion.

As a 2017 & 2018 recipient of the Minnesota Business Magazine 100 Best Places to Work in Minnesota award, Stearns takes pride in their team and holds their employees in extremely high regard. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including our Employee Stock Ownership Program-one of the best long-term incentive programs in the nation. For more information visit our website at www.stearnsbank.com.

EOE/AA

How to Apply
Please go to www.StearnsBank.com/careers to view our current openings.
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Microsoft Developer II – St. Cloud, MN Please go to www.StearnsBank.com/careers to view our current openings.False9/18/2018Successful candidate will have:
  • 5+ years of experience programming in VB.NET Framework, specifically Desktop Winforms development
  • Experience in writing and maintaining VBA in Excel & Word
  • “Power-User” Excel skills (formulas, pivot charts, etc.)
  • SQL Server experience, writing queries, stored procedures, troubleshooting
  • Technical troubleshooting abilities with an ability to think outside of the box!
Preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Computer Science or related field
  • OR: an Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; and/or two to three years related experience
  • OR: if you are self-taught and just simply enjoy programming in VB.NET AND have a proven history of producing successful Winforms desktop applications… we should talk!
  • Visual Basic 6 (VB6) experience
  • General knowledge or experience in a banking or financial industry environment
Personal Characteristics
  • Demonstrated commitment to detail and accuracy with the ability to understand the big picture.
  • Excellent organization and documentation skills (code-commenting is a must!)
  • Must have strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • High attention to detail and ability to be flexible.
  • An individual who fosters a sense of teamwork and pride within the group.
  • Ability to manage changing priorities.
H-6218Come Grow with Us and Join a Top 100 Companies to Work for! Stearns Bank N.A. is looking for a Microsoft Developer II for our St. Cloud, MN location.

As a Microsoft Developer you’ll be working on internal Window Desktop applications core to our business using Visual Studio 2015 with SQL Server database backend. You’ll also be supporting our Excel users with (VBA) programming updates and fixes as necessary. We are a full-stack development team, creating applications from idea to implementation.

Additional Responsibilities include:

  • Develop and enhance our SDLC processes as we formalize our Microsoft team
  • Work with the Help Desk, IT Department, Business Analysts, Trainers and Users to solve problems, troubleshoot and enhance our internal products
Founded in 1912, Stearns Financial Services Inc. (SFSI) is a $2 billion well-capitalized, independent financial holding company based in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Specializing in nationwide small business lending and equipment financing, Stearns has maintained outstanding customer service, fast decisions, and customized finance solutions to their customers for decades.

Stearns Bank has earned itself a stellar reputation amongst customers and competitors alike. This reputation goes beyond just word-of-mouth, as Stearns has been recognized by the Independent Community Banker’s Association (ICBA) as the #1 top-performing bank in the nation over a based on the 3-year average Return on Assets for banks $1 billion or more. They have also been recognized by American Banker as the #1 top-performing bank in the nation over a 3-year period for Return on Equity for banks from $2 billion to $10 billion.

As a 2017 & 2018 recipient of the Minnesota Business Magazine 100 Best Places to Work in Minnesota award, Stearns takes pride in their team and holds their employees in extremely high regard. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including our Employee Stock Ownership Program-one of the best long-term incentive programs in the nation. For more information visit our website at www.stearnsbank.com.

EOE/AA