Lead, Software Engineer - JSM

Petco is a pet care company focused on improving the lives of pets and the people who care for them. The Lead, Software Engineer - JSM will provide technical leadership, guide system architecture, participate in software development, oversee quality assurance, and lead projects from end to end. The role also involves documentation, collaboration, communication, and continuous learning initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and foster a collaborative and innovative environment
• Drive the technical vision and strategy, ensure alignment with business goals
• Contribute significantly to the design and evolution of the overall system architecture
• Ensure that software solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with best practices
• Participate actively in coding and development activities, setting high standards for code quality, efficiency, and innovation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement robust software solutions
• Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards
• Oversee testing strategies to identify and address software defects
• Take ownership of projects, managing end-to-end development processes, timelines, and resources
• Collaborate closely with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation related to software design, architecture, and development
• Provide documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Foster a collaborative team culture, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing
• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and management on project status, technical decisions, and challenges
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices
• Lead initiatives for continuous learning within the team and contribute to the enhancement of development processes

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of proven experience as a software engineer or in a similar leadership role
• Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python)
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities
• Experience with web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Django)
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Previous experience in developing and maintaining scalable and distributed systems
• Proven experience in mentoring junior software developers