Coupang

Director, Back-End Engineering (Fulfillment Tech)

Coupang$174K — $299K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of professional experience in software development/engineering
  • 5+ years of engineering management experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Strong foundation in object-oriented design and data structures
  • Experience with distributed computing and enterprise-wide systems
  • Proficient in best practices for the full software development life cycle
  • Experience recruiting and managing teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead and scale teams delivering next generation warehouse management systems
  • Collaborate with product and program management to execute the team roadmap
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership and architectural guidance
  • Establish practices for delivering high-quality software
  • Keep stakeholders informed on project progress
  • Recruit, mentor, and grow engineering talent
  • Develop innovative solutions by working backward from customer needs

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401K Plan with company match
  • 18-21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
  • Up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Free electric car charging station
Full Job Description
Role Overview and What You Will Do

This is a leadership role in which you will directly manage and scale a team(s) responsible for delivering our foundational building blocks of next generation warehouse management systems. We provide inventory, orchestration and data platform solutions that power our fulfillment processes. This is an unique opportunity to build new technologies that go well beyond existing industry standards.

You will partner with our product, program management stakeholders and other engineering leaders to build and deliver the roadmap of your teams. You should provide hands-on technical leadership to solve complex problems, make right architecture decisions with a balance of strategic and tactical plans. You should set up the right practices for delivering high quality software and mechanisms to keep our stakeholders updated. Finally, as we're scaling rapidly, you'll have lots of opportunities to build and grow the team via hiring and mentoring. You should be somebody who enjoys recruiting and coaching, is customer-centric, and feels strongly about delivering results.

Basic Qualifications
  • 10+ years of professional experience in software development/engineering
  • 5+ years of engineering management experience
  • Computer Science fundamentals in object-oriented design and data structures
  • Computer Science fundamentals in algorithm design, problem solving and complexity analysis
  • Knowledge of best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing and operations
  • Experience with distributed computing and enterprise-wide systems
  • Experience recruiting, hiring and managing a team
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in warehouse management systems and fulfillment technologies
  • Experience taking a leading role in building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered to customers
  • Experience communicating with users, other technical teams and senior management to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs and product strategy
  • Experience mentoring junior software engineers to improve their skills and make them more effective product software engineers
  • Experience influencing software engineers' best practices within your team
  • Hands-on expertise in many disparate technologies, ranging from front-end user interfaces through to back-end systems and all points in between
  • Experience working backwards from the customer and delivering innovative, simple solutions

Pay & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of living across several US geographic markets. At Coupang, your base pay is one part of your total compensation.

The base pay for this position ranges from $174,000/year to $299,000/year. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Annual bonus is 0-20% of the base salary.

General Description of All Benefits
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life, AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program
  • 401K Plan with Company Match
  • 18-21 days of the Paid Time Off (PTO) a year based on the tenure
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental leave
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • MTV - [Free] Electric Car Charging Station

General Description of Other Compensation

"Other Compensation" includes, but is not limited to, bonuses, equity, or other forms of compensation that would be offered to the hired applicant in addition to their established salary range or wage scale.

Privacy Notice

Your personal information will be collected and managed by Coupang as stated in the Application Privacy Notice located below: https://www.coupang.jobs/privacy-policy/

Job Requisition ID: R0074105

About Coupang

Coupang is a South Korean e-commerce company based in Seoul, South Korea, and incorporated in Delaware, United States. Founded in 2010 by Bom Kim, the company expanded to become the largest online marketplace in South Korea. Its expansion led the company to the video streaming distribution after the launch of the service Coupang Play. Coupang is often referred to as the "Amazon of South Korea", due its position and corporate size in South Korean online market.

Coupang Careers

Join the vibrant team at Coupang, one of the largest and most innovative e-commerce platforms in the world. At Coupang, we are not just a company; we are a revolution in online shopping, dedicated to transforming the customer experience through bold innovation and leadership in the digital landscape.

Work You’ll Do

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We believe that diversity fuels innovation. Coupang is committed to creating a diverse work environment where everyone, from any background, can thrive. Our diversity training ensures that all team members are valued and understood, fostering an inclusive culture that supports professional and personal growth.

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Our team at Coupang is composed of passionate, curious, and innovative professionals. We are hiring individuals who are not only looking to advance their careers but also to make a significant impact on the industry. Join us and be part of a team that values creativity and solution-driven mindsets.

Benefits and Culture

Coupang offers a competitive package of benefits that address the diverse needs of our employees. From health and wellness to financial planning, we ensure our team is equipped to lead a balanced life. Experience our culture where work-life balance is not just promised but practiced.

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Networking at Coupang opens doors to expansive career opportunities. Connect with leaders and peers within the company through various networking events and collaborative projects. Our commitment to your career development is reflected in our continuous learning initiatives and professional growth activities.

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