Software Engineer- Java/ Kafka

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Your Impact

As a Software Engineer for Lowe’s, you’ll be transforming business needs into innovative software solutions. You will use a variety of computing environments to help us develop and deploy logical applications, from building intuitive UI to developing microservices with cloud-native technologies. The creative solutions you build will be able to impact thousands of our customers and associates daily.

Work with a Winning Team

As part of a Fortune 50 company and retail leader, your work can change an entire industry. Our CEO is a forward-thinker when it comes to tech, and with one of Forbes Top 50 CIOs leading the charge, you can come to work knowing you’ll have access to the data, tools, and support that few other companies can offer. We also know what it takes to create an inclusive culture that supports you.

Our teams are structured around the engineer, giving you the support you need to do your best work. Since we’ve been in business for over 100 years, we’ve built an excellent track record of growth and success. There’s peace of mind knowing you have the stability and resources you need to focus on solving tough challenges. And as you solve these challenges, know you’ll be surrounded by supportive associates with curious minds who listen to you, respect you, and recognize your hard work.

Innovate in Charlotte

This position is based at our on-site Tech Hub in Charlotte, North Carolina. Lowe's Tech Hub is an ultramodern work environment, complete with cutting-edge technology, collaborative workspaces, an on-site barista and Zen Garden, and other perks to enhance your work experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Building resource efficient, scalable, and resilient Microservices and APIs using Java/Spring Webflux.

• Databases: Building optimal database persistence solutions using right database technologies (ex, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Redis, KAFKA etc)

• Translates business requirements and specifications into logical program designs, code modules, stable application systems, and software solutions with occasional guidance from senior colleagues; partners with Product Team to understand business needs and functional specifications

• Develops, configures, or modifies integrated business and/or enterprise application solutions within various computing environments by designing and coding component-based applications using various programming languages

• Conducts root cause analysis of issues; reviews new and existing code

• Implements continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes to ensure quality and efficiency in the development cycle using tools such as Jenkins, Git, Gradle, Spinnaker, JFrog, etc.

• Ideates, builds, and publishes reusable libraries to improve productivity across teams

• Conducts the implementation and maintenance of complex business and enterprise software solutions to ensure successful deployment of released applications

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in software development or a related field

• 1 year of experience working on project(s) involving the implementation of solutions applying development life cycles (SDLC)

• 2 years of experience in database technologies

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, CIS, or related field (or equivalent work experience in a related field)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with technical documentation in a software development environment and implementing business systems within an organization

Benefits

• 401k with up to 4.25% match

• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount of strike price)

• Tuition-Free Education

• 10-week Maternity/Parental Leave

• 10% Associate Discount

For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

About Lowe’s
 Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.