Software Engineer Lead - Platform and Site Reliability

Job Overview

The Lead, Software Engineer at Macy’s Technology reports to the Tech Manager, Engineering and plays a pivotal role in leading the technical direction and development of enterprise solutions.

As a lead engineer, they serve as the technical anchor for the engineering team supporting a product. They create, own, and are responsible for the application architecture that best serves the product in its functional and non-functional needs.

They identify and drive architectural changes to accelerate feature development or improve the quality of service. Possessing deep and broad engineering skills, they are capable of independently establishing an architecture, yet they choose to influence a wider team by acting as a force multiplier .

Job duties may change at any time due to business needs. Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Do

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure distributed software systems.
• Develop and review technical design documentation, and provide leadership through constructive code reviews and design guidance to team members.
• Collaborate effectively within a team of passionate developers in a fast-paced, outcome-oriented environment.
• Lead a technical team by setting an example and nurturing the growth of junior team members.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

Skills You Will Need

Software Architecture : Proficiency in designing and implementing robust, scalable, and secure distributed software systems.

Technical Leadership : Ability to develop and review technical design documentation and provide leadership through constructive code reviews and design guidance to team members.

Team Collaboration : Demonstrated effectiveness in collaborating within a team of passionate developers in a fast-paced, outcome-oriented environment.

Team Leadership and Mentorship : Experience leading a technical team by setting an example and nurturing the growth of junior team members.

Technical Proficiency : In-depth knowledge of Java and proficiency in mastering other tools of the trade, including various modern programming languages and experience with open-source web and data technologies such as Spring Boot, NoSQL, Microservices, and Cloud services (with a preference for Google Cloud Platform).

Cloud-Native Application Development : Minimum of 3+ years of experience in building cloud-native applications in private and public cloud environments, with a preference for experience in Google Cloud Platform.

Open Source Technologies : At least 4+ years of experience with open-source technologies in a high-volume distributed environment.

DevOps Practices : Experience working in a DevOps-oriented culture that prioritizes continuous integration and continuous deployment.

Retail Technologies : Experience in multi-channel retail technologies is preferred.

Communication Skills : Ability to effectively share technical information and communicate technical issues and solutions to all levels of the business.

Project Management : Ability to juggle multiple projects, identify primary and secondary objectives, prioritize time, and communicate timelines to team members effectively.

Ownership Mentality : Demonstrated ability and desire to take product / project ownership.

Who You Are

• Dedicated to fulfilling ideals of diversity, inclusion, and respect that Macy’s aspires to achieve every day in every way.
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. MA / MS and BA / BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in software development and with high-volume enterprise systems.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands / fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms.

Requires close vision.

Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You

• An inclusive, challenging, and refreshingly fun work environment
• Competitive pay and benefits rooted in principles of equity
• Performance incentives and annual merit review
• Merchandise discounts
• Health and Wellness Benefits across medical, dental, vision, and additional insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health counseling and legal / financial advice)
• Resources for continuous learning, career growth, and leadership development
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (first year prorated depending on start date)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Guild education benefit funds 100% of tuition, books, and fees in designated programs
• Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) and give-back / volunteer opportunities
• Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results
30+ days ago