Lead Software Engineer

About the Team

At Williams-Sonoma, Inc., we build industry-leading technology solutions in the areas of OMS, PIM, Payment, Middleware, Logistics, and Care Center technologies to serve our global customers across eCommerce, Stores, and B2B channels. The Logistics Engineering teams are responsible for the solution design, detailed technical design, development, quality assurance, implementation, post go live validation warranty support and defining the monitoring metrics of the logistics domain and supply chain system capabilities.

We are a multi-location team with team members in US and international locations. We are looking to add team members, who have a true passion to leverage technology, learn, and grow in a fast-paced agile environment. We thrive on nimble decision making, small & empowered teams, customer testing and innovation.

About the Role

This role is an important function of the Systems Development Group located in Olive Branch, MS and Litchfield Park, AZ. Supply Chain Development Applications experience is imperative to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Understand relevant business and technology directions within the Logistics & Supply Chain domain and may translate directions into vision and strategy relevant for WSI business and systems needs.
• Understand requirements and helps author technical designs for new systems and system changes, including data conversion and interfaces to other systems. Lead and drive the translation of functional requirements to architectural approaches and technical designs.
• Drive technical decisions for the domain and identifies solutions for issue resolution and tactical opportunities for exploiting new and emerging solutions.
• Participate in developing application system and technology standards, templates and methods and effectively applies standards in designs within their domain.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions and ensure high performance and responsiveness of applications.
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of Logistics Warehouse Management systems, among cross functional systems of supply chain and the Manhattan Associates Warehouse Management Open Systems (WMOS) backend database, to design the integration layer among Supply chain systems.
• Provide input into enterprise strategies and roadmaps.
• Effectively communicate relevant information across the Technology organization and partner teams, using appropriate communication methods.
• Analyze and provide guidance for architectural solutions to development and technology initiatives, and operational problems, focusing on adaptable and sustainable solutions.
• Participate in application reviews to ensure all functional and non-functional requirements are met and standards are followed.
• Follow accepted development methodology; provide input in the development of the coding standard used within their domain. Work with the team to ensure they are being followed.
• Lead and participate in multiple teams; provide technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching to other team members.
• Design and develop scalable, reliable, and maintainable architectures.
• Develop high-level product specifications with attention to system integration and feasibility.
• Write clean, maintainable, efficient, and high-quality SQL and PL / SQL scripts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Advocate for best practices and modern development methodologies.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for system designs, code, and processes.
• Ensure knowledge transfer and training for team members and the production support team on new project go-live and best practices.
• Triage, research, and find root causes of Production Incidents.
• Adhere to Agile development methodology – Jira update, story points for each jira type, regular updates to jira to derive accurate updates and trackin

Criteria

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. Our associates are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, so they can be their best and achieve their personal and professional goals. We make inclusivity a cornerstone of our culture by welcoming associates with diverse cultures and backgrounds and celebrating them, together. We nurture an open, inclusive environment for all. Our differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored, and appreciated. Together, we’re creating a more just and inclusive company culture where the only criteria for advancement are :

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Outside of WSI, we recognize the importance of playing a part in our communities through partnerships, collaborations, and commitments to a more just and inclusive world.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available :

Benefits

Continued Learning

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.