The Home Depot

Staff Software Engineer, Supply Chain (REMOTE)

The Home Depot$120K — $145K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Georgia, US
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in software engineering
  • Proven skills in scalable enterprise applications in cloud environments
  • Strong experience with AI technologies and Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Proficient in both front-end (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end (Java) development
  • Experience with database technologies (relational and NoSQL)
  • Familiar with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead software development by delivering and maintaining applications
  • Foster growth and learning in junior engineers through guidance and mentorship
  • Design better processes for product development and alignment
  • Field questions and provide support to product and engineering teams
  • Collaborate in agile environments to achieve team objectives
  • Create test suites to ensure high-quality software deployment
  • Adapt communications to suit diverse audiences and situations

Benefits

  • No travel required
  • Comfortable indoor working environment
  • Flexible sitting arrangement with some movement opportunities
  • Focus on learning and development
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:

The Staff Software Engineer is responsible for leading a team of engineers building and designing a product that our customers and associates love. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team with engineers of all experience levels who help each other build and grow technical and leadership skills while creating, deploying, and supporting production applications. In addition, Staff Software Engineers will assist in product and tool selection, configuration, security, resilience, performance tuning and production monitoring.
Staff Software Engineers contribute to foundational code elements that can be reused as well as architectural diagrams and other product-related documentation.
As a Staff Software Engineer, you will be a core player on the product team and are expected to build and grow the skillsets of the more junior Engineers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 50% Delivery and Execution - Develops, tests, deploys, and maintains software, with a clear understanding of the value the software is to provide; Takes a broad view when approaching issues; using a global lens; Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances; Develops test suites (functional, destructive, etc) to enable success, rapid deployment of code to production; Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm; Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances
  • 10% Learns and Grows - Actively seeks ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels; Learns through successful and failed experiment when tackling new problems
  • 20% Plans and Aligns - Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful; Delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; Works the Product Team to ensure user stories are developer ready, easy to understand and testable; Collaborates with other team members in agile processes; Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people; Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
  • 20% Supports and Enables - Fields questions from product and engineering teams; Helps grow junior engineers by providing guidance on modern software development frameworks, and leading technical discussions; Notes gaps on the team and provides suggestions for changes to make the team more productive


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This position typically reports to Software Engineer Manager or Sr. Manager
  • This position typically has 0 Direct Reports


Travel Requirements:
  • No travel required.


Physical Requirements:
  • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.


Working Conditions:
  • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proven experience designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications in a modern cloud environment.
  • Demonstrated experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, and Large Language Models (LLMs) to solve business problems, enhance user experiences, improve developer productivity, and accelerate software delivery. Experience building AI-powered features, integrating AI services into applications, utilizing AI-assisted development tools, and driving AI adoption across engineering teams is highly preferred.
  • Strong front-end development experience, including UI design and development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue, with a focus on delivering intuitive, responsive, and accessible user experiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance front-end and back-end development responsibilities, with an approximate focus of 30% front-end and 70% back-end development.
  • Strong back-end development experience using object-oriented programming languages, preferably Java, including building APIs, microservices, distributed systems, and event-driven architectures.
  • Experience designing, developing, and optimizing applications using both relational and NoSQL database technologies.
  • Experience implementing authentication, authorization, and security best practices using modern identity and access management frameworks.
  • Experience creating and executing comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, functional, performance, and automated testing.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with experience in debugging, root cause analysis, monitoring, and resolving complex production issues.
  • Experience with Git or other version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices.
  • Experience designing highly available, resilient, secure, and scalable systems with a focus on performance optimization, disaster recovery, and operational excellence.
  • Experience modernizing legacy applications through refactoring, architecture improvements, cloud migration initiatives, and adoption of modern engineering practices.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP and a strong understanding of modern software design patterns and engineering best practices.
  • Exposure to technical roadmap planning, work estimation, architectural decision-making, and influencing technical direction across teams.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively across Product, UX, Architecture, Security, and Engineering teams to deliver innovative business solutions.


Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.


Preferred Education:
  • No additional education


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 3


Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience


Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • None


Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • None


Certifications:
  • None


Competencies:
  • Global Perspective
  • Manages Ambiguity
  • Nimble Learning
  • Self-Development
  • Collaborates
  • Cultivates Innovation
  • Situational Adaptability
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Drives Results
  • Interpersonal Savvy

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
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