WW Grainger

Manager, Product Engineering

WW Grainger$134K — $223K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required.
  • 5+ years experience in Software Engineering.
  • 2+ years experience leading developers.
  • Ability to manage Agile sprint teams and vendor relationships.
  • Technical Knowledge in Java & J2EE, CI/CD, containerization platforms, cloud stacks, software security, and micro-services architecture.
  • Familiarity with event-streaming technologies and additional programming languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance and leadership to Software Engineers in defining their roles.
  • Support team members' personal development aligned with growth objectives.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers to align on product roadmaps.
  • Promote continuous improvement in software development processes.
  • Mentor Software and Quality Engineers for their technical and professional development.
  • Ensure adherence to development standards, coding practices, and quality assurance processes.
  • Track and analyze metrics to monitor team effectiveness and quality outcomes.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting on day one.
  • 18 paid time off (PTO) days and 6 company holidays annually.
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with no employee contribution required.
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and financial counseling services.
  • Maternity support programs with up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents.
Full Job Description
Work Location Type: Hybrid

Req Number 333090

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $134,100.00 - $223,500.00 for a Chicago based position. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15%, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
  • 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
  • Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.


For additional information and details regarding Grainger's benefits, please click on the link below:

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Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position Details

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Engineering Manager to join our Customer Information Management (CIM) team. The team owns the enterprise address platform. Our mission is to deliver a trusted, centralized set of address services that standardize, validate, and serve address data through scalable, API-first solutions. This leader encourages teamwork, works well with senior leadership, and has a clear vision of what determines a successful solution for the team, the customer, and our company.

As a Software Engineering Manager at Grainger, you would partner with ProductManagement, Architects, Designers and Engineers to lead teams in the end-to-end execution of project work and would help determine and promote modern software engineering practices. Other partner teams you would collaborate closely with, are our security and SRE teams to ensure our applications are secure, resilient and scalable. As the central hub for bringing customer information together, various engineering teams rely on the data your services provide. You would also help provide guidance at all stages of the development life cycle to help ensure the highest quality outcomes, completed on time, and delivered on budget.

This position reports to the Senior Manager, CIM, Product Engineering.

Location

This role is a hybrid role located at Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, 2 days per week. We will also consider candidates who are seeking relocation to Chicago and provide partial relocation assistance.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.

You Will

  • Provide guidance and leadership to Software Engineers, helping define their roles and responsibilities
  • Support team members in developing and following personal development plans aligned with career growth objectives.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers to align on product roadmaps and translate requirements into actionable strategies.
  • Promote continuous improvement in software development processes and workflows.
  • Mentor Software and Quality Engineers to support technical and professional development.
  • Act as a key partner to product and downstream engineering teams that consume address APIs.
  • Ensure adherence to established development standards, coding practices, and quality assurance processes.
  • Own the end-to-end delivery and reliability of addresses, validation, and enrichment of addresses.
  • Ensure healthy team operations, including sustainable delivery, on-call practices, and incident response.
  • Monitor all the development, testing activities, deployment activities, code quality, and customer satisfaction with teams consuming our API's
  • Track and analyze metrics to monitor team effectiveness and quality outcomes.
  • Identify process inefficiencies or quality issues and implement improvement initiatives.
  • Serve as a point of contact for escalation related to the team's projects and deliverables.


You Have
  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required
  • 5+ years experience in Software Engineering
  • 2+ years experience leading developers
  • Ability to manage Agile sprint teams, vendor relationships, on-shore/off-shore teams
  • Technical Knowledge in:
    • Java & J2EE stack with basic Java frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, Spring Boot)
    • CI/CD, automated testing, automated monitoring.
    • Containerization platform (Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift)
    • Cloud stack (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure)
    • Software security and basic vulnerabilities
    • Micro-services architecture
    • Event-streaming technologies (Kafka)
    • Familiarity with additional programming languages (Kotlin, Python)

Preferred:
  • Web application front-end frameworks (NextJS, Angular)


About WW Grainger

W.W. Grainger (NYSE: GWW), with 2008 sales of $6.9 billion, is the leading broad-line supplier of facilities maintenance products serving businesses and institutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India and Panama. Through a highly integrated network including nearly 600 branches, 18 distribution centers and multiple Web sites, Grainger's employees help customers get the job done, saving them time and money by having the right products to keep their facilities running.

WW Grainger Careers

Join the dynamic team at WW Grainger, a leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating products, where job opportunities abound in an environment ripe with innovation and leadership. At WW Grainger, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages professional growth through comprehensive diversity training and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At WW Grainger, you’ll be part of a robust team that’s dedicated to excellence. Whether you’re looking to start your career through our internship programs or seeking to advance as a seasoned professional, WW Grainger offers a path filled with opportunities for growth and learning. Our team members are equipped with the skills needed to lead industries and drive innovation at every level of the company.

Explore Job Opportunities and Employment

WW Grainger is not just hiring; we are building a future. Explore the numerous job opportunities across various departments where you can put your skills to test and contribute to our mission. From positions in supply chain management to customer service, technology to sales, WW Grainger seeks passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

Innovate and Lead

Join a company where innovation is at the core of our business strategy. WW Grainger’s leadership in the industry is enhanced by our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. Our employees are encouraged to think big and act boldly, driving change that influences the entire market.

Career Development and Benefits

Invest in your future with WW Grainger’s unmatched career development programs. Go as far as your ambition takes you with near-limitless opportunities to advance your career supported by extensive training, development, and certification support. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families.

Internship Programs and Entry-Level Positions

Kickstart your career with WW Grainger through our internship programs or entry-level positions. Gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make invaluable networking connections that will pave the way for a successful career. Our internships provide a unique insight into the workings of a major company and serve as a gateway to full-time employment.

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Learn more about WW Grainger
Size
22,700 employees
Market Cap
$28.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$695 million
Founded
1927
5 Year Trend
+5.1%
Revenue
$11.7 billion
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