Nordstrom

Senior Engineer 2 - Supply Chain Technology

Nordstrom$166K — $258K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in software engineering or technology roles
  • 2+ years in retail, supply chain, or logistics preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Experience with distributed systems and high availability architectures
  • Strong technical judgment for scalable cloud-native services
  • Familiarity with WMS, TMS, OMS, or planning platforms
  • Knowledge of AI/ML in production environments preferred

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable solutions for complex business problems
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to inform technical decisions and priorities
  • Champion AI/ML and automation techniques for operational intelligence
  • Take ownership of cross-team systems and facilitate junior engineer support
  • Maintain high standards for code quality, testing, and automation
  • Conduct design and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
  • Promote cloud-native solutions and support CI/CD in team infrastructure

Benefits

  • Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
Full Job Description
NOTE: This position is offered as a hybrid role in the Seattle, WA area. You must be willing to work in office at the Nordstrom Seattle office for a minimum of 4 days per week to be considered for this position. As a Senior Engineer 2, you'll be part of a key team of Nordstrom Technology professionals who apply scientific, mathematical and social principles to design, build, and maintain technology products, devices, systems and solutions which advance critical supply chain operations while meeting the needs of the business. The scope and accountability at this level is responsible for the quality of a team's work, ensuring that all designs are clear and complete for successful execution. This level can undertake complex design and problem solving without supervision. In the Supply Chain Technology org, our teams build and maintain systems that sit at the intersection of speed, intelligence, and customer experience-foundational to Nordstrom's company-wide Winning with Speed strategy. We deliver engineering solutions across Supply Chain Planning, Fulfillment Optimization, and Transportation Technology that directly influence hundreds of millions of dollars in annual spend, shape customer promise accuracy, and materially impact EBIT. In this role you will design and architect solutions across forecasting, fulfillment optimization, and transportation systems that enable Nordstrom to operate faster and smarter. You will drive technical decision-making and support development teams in building scalable, resilient solutions that work seamlessly across supply chain platforms while maintaining code quality, design consistency, and operational excellence. As a Senior Engineer 2 on the team, you will be instrumental in realizing our vision. You will be responsible for the quality of a team's work, ensuring that all designs are clear and complete for successful execution. You will work on developing and optimizing systems that span supply chain planning, warehouse operations, and the APIs and services that power them. Your role will involve deriving technical solutions, driving implementation of best practices across platforms, ensuring performance and reliability, and maintaining high standards for code quality and business impact across all supply chain touchpoints. A day in the life... 37 Demonstrate competence of engineering concepts and theories, combining them with supply chain domain understanding to design, document and implement clean, robust, and scalable solutions to complex business problems. 37 Collaborate with other engineering teams, business stakeholders, as well as program and product managers to make technical decisions and influence priorities and tradeoffs that enable solutions to achieve short and long-term supply chain objectives. 37 Champion new techniques (like AI/ML tools and automation) to accelerate development and drive operational intelligence across the organization. 37 Take ownership of systems or designs that span multiple people's work-including forecasting models, fulfillment routing, or transportation optimization-breaking work into smaller tasks for more junior engineers to support. 37 Maintain a high bar for code quality, testing and automation while finding opportunities to continuously improve them. 37 Drive design and code reviews, ensuring the team ships high quality, scalable, maintainable, and well-tested code. 37 Maintain a DevOps mindset, promoting cloud-native solutions while implementing and supporting monitoring, alerting, CI/CD pipelines, and the team's cloud infrastructure. 37 Partner with Data Science and analytics teams to operationalize AI/ML models and advanced analytics in production supply chain environments. 37 Navigate vendor partnerships and platform ecosystems-including third-party WMS, TMS, or planning tools-to maximize business value and integration quality. You own this if you have... 37 5+ years of experience in software engineering or technology roles. 37 2+ years of experience in retail, supply chain, logistics, fulfillment, or a related domain (preferred). 37 Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. 37 Demonstrated ability to design and deliver complex, distributed systems in a production environment. 37 Hands-on experience architecting event-driven systems and Tier 1 services built for high availability and throughput at scale. 37 Strong technical judgment with experience guiding architecture across scalable, cloud-native services. 37 Experience with supply chain systems such as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Order Management Systems (OMS), Last Mile Delivery Systems (LMDS), or Supply Chain Planning platform. 37 Proven ability to collaborate across Product, Operations, and Data Science stakeholders to translate strategy into executable technical solutions. 37 A track record of driving code quality, testing, and engineering best practices across a team. 37 Experience working with third-party platforms, vendors, or large technology ecosystems. 37 Familiarity with AI/ML or advanced analytics in production environments (preferred). Pay Range Details The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. $166,000.00 - $258,000.00 Annual We've got you covered... Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: 37 Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away 37 Life Insurance and Disability 37 Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_17-19.pdf A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

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Nordstrom Careers

Join the vibrant team at Nordstrom, a leader in the retail industry, where your career growth and development are prioritized. At Nordstrom, we offer a wide array of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in an innovative and supportive environment. Work You’ll Do At Nordstrom, we are committed to driving success not only for our company but for each individual who joins our team. Whether you are looking for a position in sales, management, or corporate roles, Nordstrom provides a platform for professional growth through hands-on experience and high-quality leadership training. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures a workplace where everyone can truly belong and excel. Nordstrom’s market-leading team is at the forefront of retail innovation and customer service excellence. By joining us, you will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to reshaping the future of retail through cutting-edge technology and exceptional service strategies. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Nordstrom internship. Our programs offer invaluable industry insights and hands-on experience, making them a perfect starting point for students and recent graduates eager to make their mark in the retail sector. Interns at Nordstrom gain practical skills and are often considered for full-time positions, reflecting our commitment to nurturing talent from within. Employee Benefits and Culture Nordstrom’s reputation is built not only on our commitment to customers but also on our dedication to our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits at Nordstrom include health insurance, employee discounts, and access to wellness programs. Our culture at Nordstrom is one of collaboration, innovation, and respect. We believe in the power of working together as a team, where each member’s contribution is valued. Networking within the company is encouraged, fostering a community of support and continuous learning. Career Advancement Opportunities Nordstrom believes in the growth of our employees. With a variety of training and development programs, employees are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to advance their careers within the company. Leadership development and succession planning are integral parts of our commitment to employee advancement. Join Our Team Explore the exciting career and employment opportunities available at Nordstrom today. We are actively hiring and looking for ambitious, creative, and driven individuals to join our team. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work at Nordstrom. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover the rewarding career opportunities waiting for you at Nordstrom, where we turn jobs into pathways for professional growth and personal achievement. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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Size
60,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$531 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
-5.8%
Revenue
$10.7 billion
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