Crate & Barrel

Lead Software Engineer, Planning, Allocations & Merch

Crate & Barrel • $120K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Illinois, US
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8+ years' experience with I-Series development including RPG, ILE, SQLRPGLE
  • 5+ years of backend API & Microservices development experience preferred
  • 2+ years experience with public cloud technologies (Azure or GCP) preferred
  • Experience in Retail merchandising systems or supply chain process knowledge preferred
  • Experience with data migration to Google BigQuery or Azure advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Translate business requirements into detailed functional designs and technical specifications
  • Maintain and enhance legacy applications on IBM iSeries RPGLE
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives
  • Enforce software engineering best practices through code reviews and automated testing
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application issues promptly, focusing on root cause analysis
  • Identify automation opportunities to streamline workflows across teams
  • Mentor junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning

Benefits

  • Fully remote work arrangement
  • Individual contributor role provides autonomy and accountability
  • Opportunity for technical leadership
  • Work with a diverse, cross-functional team across time zones
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Software Engineer, Planning, Allocations & Merch with 8+ years of experience to drive the delivery of complex and impactful software solutions. In this pivotal role, you will directly influence the success of cross-functional initiatives and product outcomes by providing technical leadership, establishing best practices, and mentoring our talented engineering team within an agile environment. You will be instrumental in shaping our technical direction and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software in alignment with product goals.

  • This position is fully remote
  • This role is an Individual Contributor


A day in the life as a Lead Software Engineer, Planning, Allocations & Merch...
  • Translate business requirements into detailed functional designs, technical specifications, and Solution Design Documentation
  • Maintain and enhance legacy applications developed in IBM iSeries RPGLE, ensuring compatibility with modern systems and ongoing business needs
  • Participate in and contribute to Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives
  • Enforce software engineering best practices through code reviews, automated testing, and adherence to coding standards
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues in a timely and transparent manner, driving root cause analysis and long-term resolution
  • Identify opportunities to automate manual tasks and streamline workflows across systems and teams
  • Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
  • Operate independently and proactively, taking initiative under general direction while collaborating across teams and time zones
  • Monitor system and coordinate user service requests
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for the offshore development team; proactively answer technical queries, clarify design specifications, and remove blockers to maintain momentum


What you'll bring to the table...
  • Strong technical leadership skills with the ability to set technical vision and guide a team
  • Deep understanding of agile software development methodologies and the software development lifecycle
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills in working alongside business disciplines and other technology disciplines
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide other engineers
  • Solid understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and system scalability
  • Proficiency in designing and developing scalable and maintainable software solutions in an iterative way
  • Knowledge of agile software development best practices, coding standards, and testing methodologies
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and related technologies
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Experience working with and managing deliverables for offshore/distributed development teams across different time zones
  • Proven track record of delivering software projects on time while managing competing technical priorities


We'd love to hear from you if you have...
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 8+ years experience with I-Series development, RPG, ILE, SQLRPGLE, CL, SQL, and SDA is a must
  • 5+ years of experience in backend API & Microservices development is preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in any public cloud technologies (Azure or GCP) is preferred
  • Experience in Web services or 3rd party Application/tool Integration with Iseries or Iseries data migration to cloud
  • Experience with data migration to Google BigQuery or Azure is a plus
  • Experience with JSON is a plus
  • Experience with the following: Waterfall, Agile/Scrum Development and Continuous Integration and delivery
  • Experience working in Retail merchandising systems or supply chain process knowledge is preferred
  • Experience working with systems or applications that cross international boundaries

About Crate & Barrel

Crate & Barrel is a chain of retail stores that sells home furnishings, housewares, and furniture. The company was founded in 1962 by Gordon and Carole Segal. Crate & Barrel's products are designed in-house and sold directly to customers through its retail stores, catalogs, and website. The company is headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, and operates stores throughout the United States and Canada. In addition to its Crate & Barrel stores, the company also operates CB2, a home furnishings retailer, and The Land of Nod, a children's furniture and bedding retailer.
Learn more about Crate & Barrel
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Founded
1962
* Ladders Estimates

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