Sr Analyst, IT - Developer

Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary: 

We’re searching for a full-stack developer to join the Resort Application Development Support and Delivery Team. Our team is responsible for the development and ongoing support of a suite of custom desktop applications, modern web apps, and internal APIs that provide ski resort management and point-of-sale functionality.

We primarily use C# and the .NET Framework, WPF, and also work with HTML/CSS/JavaScript (Angular). We have developed a custom point of sale application with a RESTful WebAPI service layer. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Provide production support for the team’s mountain management, rental, and point of sale applications
• Deliver improvements and extensions to existing application functionality
• Ensure all configuration and development changes follow the appropriate software creation process, adhering to all appropriate controls and provide technical support as needed
• Proactively find opportunities to improve development standards within Vail Resort’s technology ecosystem
• Work closely with all partners to seek opportunities to evolve our software applications to support business objectives
• Work directly with managers, developers, business analysts, business stakeholders, contract developers and consulting partners on the development and support of projects and enhancements

Job Requirements: 

• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or a related field
• 5 years minimum application development experience in C#
• 2 years experience working with SQL Server at the enterprise level
• 2 years working in an application production support role
• 2 years development experience using Web API or similar technology
• 2 years of development experience working within an Agile environment with Scrum software development framework
• Strong HTML, CSS and JavaScript skills
• Ability to write clean, testable code, covered by high value unit tests
• Proven track record of creating clean and simple user interfaces (Winforms, WPF, UWP, Web, Angular)
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $103,600 - $115,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
 

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Employees can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states* in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  507427
Reference Date: 02/25/2025 
Job Code Function: Applications