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OVERVIEW: The Senior Software Engineering Manager – Pricing Technology will require a skilled background in retail pricing and promotion technology. They will collaborate closely with several stakeholder groups to implement a modern pricing software solution to enable an omnichannel pricing experience across our store and ecommerce selling channels. This manager will be responsible for building a highly reliable software solution to meet the current and future pricing strategies of the business. This position will play a key role in enabling multiple business and technology strategies. As a Senior Software Engineering Manager, you will be given a chance to contribute to the products we create, help grow the next generation of engineering talent, and help shape the technology strategy of the enterprise. In addition, you will be given the chance to work with our most strategic vendors to ensure that third party tools and applications are readily available to all product teams that are interested in using them. The Engineering Manager will also play a part in driving change management and process improvement. Role Responsibilities: Digital Talent Development Develop digital training and development programs to meet identified needs; run leadership development programs to enable personal transformations on digital. Digital Vision and Strategy Conceptualize elements of digital strategy/digital-enabled business change projects. Develop approaches to programmatically deliver successful digital innovation engagements. Quality Develop new methods, tools and programs for quality assurance. Lead developmental initiatives or programs within an area of expertise. Leadership and Direction Communicate the actions needed to implement the function’s strategy and business plan within the team; explain the relationship to the broader organization’s mission, vision and values; motivate people to commit to these and to doing extraordinary things to achieve local business goals. Organizational Capability Building Use the organization’s formal development framework to identify the team’s individual development needs. Plan and implement actions, including continuing professional development specified by professional or regulatory institutions, to build their professional capabilities. Provide informal training or coaching to others throughout the organization in own area of expertise to enable others to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Performance Management Manage and report on the performance of a substantial, diverse team; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports or project / account team members and hold them accountable for achieving these; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of team / personal objectives. Drives Engagement Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. For example, shares insight into the purpose of the work, involves others appropriately and gives them credit for their contributions. Praises the successes of others. Strategic Mindset Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. For example, knows what to prioritize for the greatest strategic impact on the organization. Takes industry and market trends into account in decisions. Explores possibilities that may impact the team or organization in the future. Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. For example, knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions. Courage Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. For example, shares own ideas and points of view openly, regardless of potential criticism or risk; shows conviction when faced with adversity and challenges; raises difficult topics to be sure they are addressed. Collaborates Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, readily involves others to accomplish goals; stays in touch and shares information; discourages “us versus them” thinking; shows appreciation for others’ ideas and input. Customer Focus Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, keeps in contact with customers to ensure problems are resolved, or to improve customer service. Studies customer feedback and emerging customer needs and uses these to determine some creative new ideas. Action Oriented Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. For example, takes immediate, decisive, independent action to resolve issues or problems. Persists as needed. Quickly and consistently identifies and pursues beneficial new opportunities. Builds Effective Teams Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. For example, connects with others on team projects and leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results. Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team spirit. Develops Talent Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals. For example, consistently shares ideas, insight, and best practices to help people reach their development goals and achieve optimal results. Shares targeted feedback in a prompt, constructive, and encouraging manner. Instills Trust Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. For example, is consistently honest and straightforward; shares uncomfortable information in a clear and helpful manner. Maintains high ethical standards and professional codes of conduct. Tech Savvy Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. For example, is an early adopter of new technologies, technical skills, and capabilities that improve performance. Regularly experiments with and leverages technologies and tools to substantially improve performance QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in retail technology. Experience with pricing technology preferred.
- Wide and deep experience providing direction and guidance in software development.
- 14 years of experience in Technology
- Experience with custom Pricing software systems preferred.
- Experience with modern technology;
- Kotlin, Java Spring Boot, Angular
- Event based architecture; Kafka, RabbitMQ
- Database technologies; Document & RDBMS
- Modern practices; microservices, test driven development, CI/CD, application scalability
- Cloud native architecture; Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Tanzu Application Platform
- Experience building custom software solutions
- Experience leading software engineering teams as a manager
- Experience of planning and managing resources to deliver predetermined objectives
- Experience leading teams of 10+ software Engineers
- Experience leading teams of contractors in an onshore/offshore engagement
- Experience managing, mentoring, and growing the careers of software engineers.
- Master’s Degree or equivalent level preferred
#LI-JN1 Targeted Pay Range: $114,300 – $190,500. 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. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit
- Experience in retail technology. Experience with pricing technology preferred.
- Wide and deep experience providing direction and guidance in software development.
- 14 years of experience in Technology
- Experience with custom Pricing software systems preferred.
- Experience with modern technology;
- Kotlin, Java Spring Boot, Angular
- Event based architecture; Kafka, RabbitMQ
- Database technologies; Document & RDBMS
- Modern practices; microservices, test driven development, CI/CD, application scalability
- Cloud native architecture; Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Tanzu Application Platform
- Experience building custom software solutions
- Experience leading software engineering teams as a manager
- Experience of planning and managing resources to deliver predetermined objectives
- Experience leading teams of 10+ software Engineers
- Experience leading teams of contractors in an onshore/offshore engagement
- Experience managing, mentoring, and growing the careers of software engineers.
- Master’s Degree or equivalent level preferred
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