Chewy

Software Engineer I

Chewy$97K — $160K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience with a statically typed programming language like Java, Kotlin, Scala, C#, Swift, or GO.
  • Knowledge of full software development life cycle best practices, including coding standards and testing.
  • Strong foundations in computer science: object-oriented design, algorithms, and complexity analysis.
  • Experience with SQL and relational databases (RDBMS).
  • Familiarity with agile development practices and collaboration in cross-functional teams.
  • Analytical and troubleshooting skills with a flair for mentoring peers.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop backend services and APIs for Chewy's WIZMO and post-purchase customer experiences.
  • Contribute to roadmap initiatives enhancing order visibility and carrier integrations.
  • Build reliable software, improving testing coverage and overall service reliability.
  • Participate in code reviews and facilitate technical discussions.
  • Enhance scalability and observability of production services while supporting on-call duties.
  • Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and cross-partner teams.
  • Support operational responsibilities and contribute to the overall software system health.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance options.
  • Flexible spending accounts and telemedicine services.
  • Parental leave and family services benefits.
  • Unlimited PTO for exempt salary team members, subject to manager approval.
  • Discounts on pet insurance and at Chewy.com, plus pet adoption reimbursement.
  • Employee assistance program and additional services for wellness.
Full Job Description
Chewy is hiring a Software Engineer I for our WIZMO engineering team in Seattle, WA. This team builds and supports services that power Chewy's post-purchase customer experience, helping customers understand the status of their orders and receive accurate, timely information throughout the fulfillment and delivery lifecycle.

As part of the team, you will work on customer-facing and backend capabilities that integrate with fulfillment, transportation, carrier, and other Chewy systems. This role provides an opportunity to develop strong software engineering skills while contributing to highly available services that operate at Chewy scale.

Strong computer science fundamentals will be valuable in this role, including object-oriented design, data structures, algorithms, problem solving, and understanding system behavior. Experience with a statically typed programming language such as Java, Kotlin, Scala, or similar languages will help set you up for success.

What you'll do:

In this role, you will design, develop, test, deploy, and support backend services and APIs that power Chewy's WIZMO and post-purchase experiences. You will contribute to roadmap initiatives that improve customer order visibility, carrier integrations, and fulfillment-related capabilities. You will build reliable software, improve testing coverage, and help enhance the scalability, observability, and reliability of production services. You will also participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and operational support, including on-call responsibilities, while collaborating with engineers, product managers, and partner teams across Chewy.

What you'll need:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent work experience)
    Experience in a statically typed general purpose programming languages such as Java, Scala, Kotlin, C#, Swift, Objective-C, GO
  • Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the full software development life cycle including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
  • Strong Computer Science fundamentals: object oriented design, data structures, algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis
  • SQL and RDBMS experience
  • Sharp analytical abilities and proven design skills
  • Work in an agile development environment, collaborating with Application Development and Architecture teams.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with designing, building and deploying scalable, highly available systems
  • Strong communication skills as well as experience in mentoring and educating your peers


Preferred Skills:
  • Experience developing backend applications or services using Java, Kotlin, or similar technologies.
  • Experience working with Service Oriented Architecture including REST APIs, gRPC, or other service-to-service communication patterns.
  • Familiarity with asynchronous or event-driven programming patterns, especially in the context of AWS Services, such as S3, EC2, Lambda, SQS, or similar cloud infrastructure tools.
  • Experience in multiple programming paradigms
  • Experience in working in the business domain of e-commerce.
  • Familiarity with monitoring, logging, metrics, and application observability
  • Experience with automated integration or end-to-end testing.
  • Hibernate / jdbc experience, Postgres, Vertica, Aerospike
  • Experience working in an agile environment (Scrum, XP or etc.)
  • Experience in web technologies such as ES6, Reactive MVC / MVVM Framework, HTML5, Spring Framework


The base salary range for this role is $97,500 - $160,000.00.
  • The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k and a new hire and annual equity grant. C08+ positions may also be eligible for annual bonus.


We offer different types of insurance and benefits, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com.

Exempt salary team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.

About Chewy

At Chewy, we view pets (and pet parents) as family and are obsessed with meeting their needs and exceeding customer expectations through every interaction. Customers love shopping our wide selection of products including more than 65,000 items (including our Private brands and Healthcare products), which we offer at competitive prices and fast 1-2 day shipping. Chewy’s commitment to customer service is the core of our brand, and our customers love us for it. We “WOW” pet parents through 24/7 assistance, advice and encouragement every day of the year. We make pet parenting easy with our convenient Autoship subscription program—which allows our customers to schedule their orders, so they never run out of their pet food, supplies and medication they need. Chewy is an experience company built on the back of product and technology. Innovation drives our operations and our team is constantly striving to find new and better ways to improve. From an easy-to-navigate website and highly-rated mobile apps, to detailed order tracking and personalized “Pet Profile” features, we are transforming the way pet parents shop.

Chewy Careers

Join the vibrant team at Chewy, where we offer exceptional job opportunities to advance your career in the dynamic world of e-commerce. As a leading company in the pet industry, Chewy is dedicated to making pet care easier and more enjoyable for pet parents everywhere. Work You’ll Do At Chewy, we are constantly on the lookout for passionate, driven professionals to join our diverse team. Whether you're seeking a position in IT, customer service, marketing, or logistics, Chewy provides a platform for professional growth and innovation in every career path. Our commitment to leadership and diversity training ensures that every team member is equipped with the skills to lead and innovate. By joining Chewy, you will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are always pushing the boundaries of what's possible in e-commerce and customer service. Internship and Employment Opportunities Chewy offers a variety of internship and employment opportunities that cater to a wide range of skills and interests. Our internships provide invaluable hands-on experience, helping you to enhance your resume and prepare for a full-time position within our company. Chewy is not just about hiring employees; it's about nurturing future leaders. Benefits and Culture At Chewy, we believe that the well-being of our team is paramount. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and work-life balance of our employees. Our culture is centered on open communication, respect, and a shared passion for our mission. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Innovation and Growth Chewy is at the forefront of innovation in the pet industry. We are constantly exploring new technologies and strategies to enhance our services and expand our market reach. This focus on innovation drives our company's growth and offers our team members numerous opportunities to get involved in exciting projects and advance their careers. Networking and Professional Development We encourage our employees to engage in networking and professional development activities that can enhance their career prospects. Chewy supports various initiatives, including workshops, seminars, and training sessions, to help our team members grow their professional network and develop new skills. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities at Chewy by searching open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for curious, creative, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take their career to the next level. Stay Connected Keep up to date with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here at Chewy. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at Chewy. Chewy is more than a company; it's a community where you can grow your career and make a difference. Join us in our mission to be the most trusted and convenient online destination for pet parents (and partners) everywhere.
Learn more about Chewy
Size
21,300 employees
Market Cap
$15.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$174.4 million
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+136.6%
Revenue
$6.4 billion
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