Lead Engineer

POSITION TITLE : Lead Engineer

REPORTS TO : Director of Engineering

POSITION SUMMARY :

We are seeking a dynamic Lead Engineer with a strong background in Java development and proven leadership skills. The ideal candidate will drive the development and scaling of our platform, ensuring robust, high-quality software solutions.

This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships to deliver outstanding results.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Technical Leadership :

• Develop and maintain scalable applications using Java with Spring Boot.
• Manage and optimize CI / CD pipelines using Bamboo and Bitbucket.
• Implement and oversee code quality analysis using SonarQube.
• Lead API development and integration processes for seamless service functionality.
• Conduct comprehensive testing, including TDD approaches for unit and contract testing.
• Utilize Google Cloud services (e.g., Pub / Sub, Cloud SQL) and transactional databases effectively.
• Monitor application performance using tools like Grafana and Newrelic.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues swiftly and effectively.

Vision and Strategy :

• Build and articulate a clear vision for the platform's future, aligning with business goals.
• Collaborate with leadership to track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Facilitate Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) and Correction of Errors (COEs), applying learnings to enhance system architecture and design.

Stakeholder and Team Management :

• Engage with multiple internal teams and external partners, managing relationships and integrating technology solutions.
• Extensive experience working with e-commerce platforms, particularly Shopify, to enhance and streamline online retail functionalities.
• Prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and make strategic decisions on work distribution and resource allocation.
• Lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in Java development, with substantial experience in leading engineering projects and integrating e-commerce platforms such as Shopify.
• Demonstrated ability in building and leading technical teams, with or without direct reports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working in a developer-centric, startup-like environment.

PAY / BENEFITS INFORMATION :

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental);
• wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off;

paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.

Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.

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• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
30+ days ago