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sg360° · 20 hours ago

Data Programmer

Wheeling,IL,US

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

sg360° is a leading provider of direct marketing and customer communication solutions, specializing in high-volume personalized print and digital campaigns. They are seeking an experienced Variable Data Programmer with advanced expertise in Quadient Inspire to design, develop, and implement complex variable data and customer communication management applications for high-impact direct marketing campaigns.

MarketingPrintingService Industry

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyze client requirements and business rules to design, develop, test, and deploy medium- to high-complexity variable data applications using Quadient Inspire Designer

Create dynamic document templates, including variable text, images, graphics, and layouts for personalized print and digital outputs

Write and optimize scripts, rules, data transformations, and workflows within Quadient Inspire to ensure efficient data processing and production-ready files

Collaborate with Project Management and Manufacturing teams, agency partners to gather requirements and deliver customized direct marketing solutions

Perform quality assurance, troubleshooting, and optimization to maintain accuracy, compliance (e.g., USPS regulations), and performance

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines while upholding the highest standards of quality

Mentor team members, share best practices, and contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives

Execute output files and provide supporting documentation for manufacturing and production teams

Qualification

Quadient Inspire DesignerVariable Data PrintingCustomer Communication ManagementScriptingWorkflow AutomationData ManipulationProblem-solvingAttention to DetailLeadershipCommunicationTeam Collaboration

Required

Advanced experience (10+ years) as a Variable Data Programmer with expert-level proficiency in Quadient Inspire Designer (formerly GMC), including scripting, workflow automation, and complex data manipulation (e.g., XML, JSON, flat files, databases)

Strong background in variable data printing (VDP) and customer communication management (CCM) for direct mail and multi-channel campaigns

Proven track record in a production environment, preferably in commercial print, direct mail, or marketing services

Excellent problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

Demonstrated pattern of professionalism (clear communication, reliability), leadership (mentoring, team collaboration), skill set growth (adopting new tools/technologies), and a commitment to meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations