GameStop

Lead Software Engineer - Python

GameStop$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of software development experience
  • 3+ years of experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • 7+ years of experience using Python
  • Experience with React and Redux for front-end development
  • Proven track record of progression from Software Engineer to technical leadership roles
  • Demonstrated ownership of significant technical projects from start to finish
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with creativity

Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, and build back-end systems including payment and transaction technologies
  • Develop intuitive front-end interfaces
  • Collaborate with engineering leadership and teams to establish new systems
  • Promote best engineering practices in both front-end and back-end development
  • Utilize modern technologies such as Kubernetes and service-oriented architecture

Benefits

  • Onsite work in Grapevine, TX, 5 days a week
  • Opportunity to work in a newly formed team within the engineering organization
  • Close collaboration with engineering leadership and multiple teams
  • Engagement in impactful technical projects
Full Job Description
This position is part of the establishment of a brand-new platforms team within the engineering organization. Expect to collaborate very closely with engineering leadership and numerous other engineering teams throughout our tech organization to build out new systems. The ideal candidate will not only lead the development of robust back-end solutions but will also contribute significantly to the creation of intuitive and responsive front-end interfaces that enhance user experience and drive customer engagement.

This position sits onsite in Grapevine, TX 5 days per week.

What you'll do:

  • Architect, design, and build critical back-end systems, such as payments and transaction technologies, as well as intuitive front-end interfaces
  • Work with a modern technology stack encompassing both front-end and back-end technologies (cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, service-oriented architecture, etc)
  • Be an advocate for engineering best practices across both front-end and back-end development


What you'll bring:

  • 8+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years of experience working with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • 7+ years of experience with Python
  • Experience architecting and developing intuitive front-end interfaces using React and Redux
  • Proven progression from Software Engineer to technical leadership roles, demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility and impact
  • Demonstrated ownership of major technical projects from conception to delivery, showcasing your ability to lead and drive results
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems, showcasing your analytical skills and creativity in overcoming challenges
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders


You'll stand out if you have:

  • Desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with AWS


About GameStop

GameStop Corp. is a Fortune 500 company and a global retailer of multichannel video game, pop culture collectibles, consumer electronics and wireless services, operating more than 5,000 stores in 10 countries across Europe, Canada, Australia and the United States. The company is headquartered in Grapevine, Texas, United States, and employs more than 14,000 people worldwide. GameStop's retail network and family of brands include GameStop, EB Games, ThinkGeek and Micromania-Zing. The company also operates Game Informer, a leading video game magazine and website, and Simply Mac, an authorized Apple reseller and repairer. GameStop reported revenue of $6.5 billion in fiscal year 2019.
Learn more about GameStop
Size
12,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$274.8 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
-5.5%
Revenue
$5.1 billion
NASDAQ

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