Sr. Software Engineer - STIBO Platform at WALGREENS

Job Summary:

Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of the area of specialization who will perform and implement activities that impact components/processes of specified functional areas of the Walgreens Digital/Online application. The Sr. Engineer - Technical Architect for the Stibo Platform will leverage in-depth expertise to design and implement robust solutions on the Stibo Platform. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in data management and MDM (Master Data Management) systems, particularly within an Agile environment. The successful candidate will anticipate and prevent problems and roadblocks before they occur, typically being assigned to important and complicated undertakings.

This position demands a comprehensive understanding of the organization's current software applications and tools, as well as the ability to handle large, complex projects independently. The role involves developing design skills while having in-depth knowledge of programming languages important to the organization. The candidate will receive work in the form of short- and mid-term assignments that regularly require the application of independent judgment. Additionally, this role includes mentoring less experienced team members and driving the strategic direction of platform operations.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Walgreens' digital and online applications by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to deliver exceptional quality and performance in the retail industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or application for the software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools. Writes code that meets specifications, typically for large and highly complex software programs and systems. Develops software applications and tools. Participates in software design.
• Writes code that meets specifications for large and highly complex software programs and systems.
• Develops software applications and tools. Participates in software design.
• Develops software applications and tools using Agile development methodologies.
• Delivers software features with exceptional quality, meeting designated release plan and delivery commitments.
• This role is assigned to important / complicated undertakings.
• Contributes to and participates actively in the design, architecture and build phases, to aim at producing high quality deliverables, working with existing architects where appropriate. Participates in the evaluation of compatibility of programs with existing communications hardware and software features.
• Interacts with internal and external peers and manages to exchange complex information related to areas of specialization. Work closely with other team members in guiding software architecture and technology decisions.
• Demonstrates proficiency in most areas of the professional function and in-depth specialization in some. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Anticipates and prevents problems and roadblocks before they occur.
• Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise to exchange semi-complex information related to assigned activities.
• Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues
• Developing design skills. Has a comprehensive understanding of the organization's current software applications and tools. Has in-depth knowledge of programming languages important to the organization.
• Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways.
• Developing design skills and has a comprehensive understanding of the organization's current software applications and tools. Has in-depth knowledge of programming languages important to the organization.
• Anticipates and prevents problems and roadblocks before they occur.
• Mentors less experienced members of the team.

About Walgreens and WBA :

Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170 year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation’s medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans".
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in Engineering, Software Engineering or similar field OR High School/GED and at least 7 years of experience in Engineering, Software Engineering or similar field
• Experience writing code for moderately complex applications
• Experience with programming languages for online applications, microservices or mobile applications
• Experience designing/building moderately complex applications/automation
• Experience writing automation test or deployment scripts
• Experience creating/coding scripting solution to fix moderately complex problems
• Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems
• At least 2 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace
• At least 2 years of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross-functional team leadership
• Willing to travel up to/at least 5% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in Engineering, Software Engineering, or a similar field, with a focus on data management and MDM systems
• Extensive experience with Stibo Systems' STEP MDM platform, including data modeling, data integration, workflow design, and customization
• Proven track record of designing and implementing complex MDM solutions that meet high standards of quality and performance in the retail industry
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in an Agile environment
• Experience with cloud-based MDM solutions and knowledge of modern cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Expertise in programming languages and technologies relevant to MDM and the Stibo Platform, including Java, XML, XSLT, SQL, and APIs
• Experience with data governance, data quality, and data stewardship practices to ensure the integrity and reliability of master data
• In-depth knowledge of retail industry standards and practices, including product information management (PIM), inventory management, and customer data management
• Experience with integrating MDM solutions with retail systems such as ERP, CRM, and POS
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and address complex technical challenges proactively
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working closely with internal and external stakeholders to exchange complex information and drive strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop less experienced team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team
• Experience with omnichannel retail strategies and the role of MDM in supporting a seamless customer experience across various touchpoints

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