Software Engineer II - Store Tech Experience Platform (REMOTE)
Remote
At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.
If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!
OVERVIEW:
At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we take a people-centric approach to everything we do. Our Athletes, how we refer to customers, and our Teammates, how we refer to our employees, are at the center of every decision we make so that we can provide transformational experiences online, in store, and in sport. When you join Technology at DICK'S Sporting Goods, you're joining a true team that wins together. We help our Athletes and fellow Teammates better their best by innovating solutions to interesting business problems and empowering every Technology Teammate to be an innovator. And, while we work remotely from all over the United States, we provide virtual and in-person events for the team to hangout, from virtual escape rooms to cheering on the Pittsburgh Pirates at beautiful PNC Park.
JOB PURPOSE
The Store Technology Experience Platform (STEP) team is seeking a highly motivated, collaborative, and driven problem solver to join this newly formed team to help deliver cohesive, consistent, and scalable store experiences that empower and accelerate our store technology teams. The team will focus on providing core capabilities that enable individual product teams to operate as a unified platform resulting in first-class experiences within the stores. This is a fantastic and rare opportunity to be at the ground floor of establishing a team, its culture, its roadmap, and making a positive impact on multiple teams in the organization. The team will work in at least one, if not many or all, of the following technologies creating solutions supporting the Store Technology portfolio. Proficiency and experience in at least one or more desired but not necessarily required. Software engineering and software architecture fundamentals, effective communication, collaboration, adaptability, continuous learning, and problem-solving skills are a must.
Technical Skills / Tech Stacks:
Front End Clients
Native Android with Kotlin
React Native with TypeScript
React web with TypeScript
Back End Services
Spring Boot with Kotlin (or Java)
.NET with C#
Relational and NoSQL databases
Microsoft Azure
Containerized and Serverless Cloud Native applications
API-first and microservices architectures
Event driven architectures and messaging patterns (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.)
Git source control and GitHub Actions CI/CD
Observability and Alerting using Open Telemetry
Design systems and design thinking
Agentic AI and LLMs
RESPONSIBILITIES
Software Development
Develop existing software and contribute to development of new software by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement. Develop new software that is fast, secure and reliable to meet defined requirements.
Software Maintenance
Monitor, identify, and correct moderately complex software defects to maintain fully functioning software, with limited supervision from others.
Technical Developments Recommendation
Support efforts to research and suggest ways to optimize solutions to better meet user and/or business, performance, quality needs.
Software Roadmap
Maintain road map to facilitate software development and ensure the development work is prioritized in line with business requirements.
Faults Diagnosis and Correction
Find root cause and resolution to limit and address issues promptly.
Functional/Technical Requirements
Support collection of functional requirements using document analysis and workflow analysis to express requirements clearly and succinctly.
Technical Persistence Layer/Legacy Database Design/Development
Design database resources and provide physical modeling and design services to tune database solutions for optimum performance with some support from other teammates.
Program/Portfolio Management Support
Understand how to work within an established program management plan to achieve specific goals.
Ongoing Learning and Development
Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Customer Focus
Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, probes deeply into customer needs to identify less obvious interests or expectations. Consistently goes above and beyond to understand customer requirements and surpass their expectations.
Decision Quality
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. For example, swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction. Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others' expertise.
Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. For example, identifies what needs to be done and acts quickly. Shows optimism and enthusiasm that affects others positively. Works independently, but knows when to ask for help.
Collaborates
Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, finds many ways to add value to the team; probes to draw out richer input from others; is a valued resource who goes out of the way to help others.
Instills Trust
Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. For example, consistently adheres to organizational policies and practices, even when they are unpopular or inconvenient. Builds trust by honoring commitments and by being open and honest at work.
Courage
Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. For example, is known for expressing views directly and respectfully; communicates what needs to be said. Assumes personal ownership and responsibility when confronted or challenged; shows readiness to learn and to resolve issues.
Tech Savvy
Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. For example, investigates technologies to learn some cutting-edge best practices. Uses digital/social media to benefit the team and add value to the work being done; understands how to avoid misuse of these tools.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent level preferred
General Experience: Experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised (13 months to 3 years)
Managerial Experience: Basic experience of coordinating the work of others (4 to 6 months)
VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:
At DICK'S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.
To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:
Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.
AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.
Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.
If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!
Targeted Pay Range: $76,500.00 - $124,600.00. This is part of a competitive total rewards package that could include other components such as: incentive, equity and benefits. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. We review all teammate pay regularly to ensure competitive and equitable pay.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit www.benefityourliferesources.com.
