Staff Software Engineer

Staff Software Engineer – eCommerce Engineering

About the Role
The Williams-Sonoma, Inc. eCommerce Engineering organization is seeking an energetic and talented Staff Software Engineer to help deliver high value, high quality features to our industry leading eCommerce sites.  We are a multi-location team with team members in the US and international locations. We are looking to add team members who have a true passion to leverage technology, learn, and grow in a fast-paced agile environment. We thrive on nimble decision making, small & empowered teams, customer testing and innovation.  

As a Staff Software Engineer you will join a Scrum team building features and automated tests of those features.  You will work closely with other engineers and Product Managers to understand user stories and develop the features.

Responsibilities

• Work with Architecture to craft technical designs and drive the evolution of our site architecture.
• Work in tandem with multiple groups to strategize and prioritize next generation product initiatives, develop processes and solutions, and drive projects to completion.
• Develop strong working relationships across levels and functions.
• Facilitate problem diagnosis and resolution in relevant areas.
• Drive change, including programs that improve developer productivity and reduce time to market.
• Assist Product Managers in designing and defining new features.
• Write code that is of high quality and consistent with our coding standards.
• Write automated tests of new features to ensure they are of very high quality.
• Review the work of other engineers in a collegial fashion to ensure the work product is of high quality and consistent with our standards.
• Participate in, and potentially lead, Communities-of-Practice in those technologies in which you have an interest.
• Participate in continuous education programs to grow your skills both technically and in the Williams-Sonoma business domain.
• Serve as a member of a Scrum team and participate in all planning, stand-up and retrospective meetings.
• Influence the technical direction of the engineering team and the approach for complex solutions involving multiple teams within the domain. 

Criteria

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of large-scale ecommerce systems experience
• An understanding of software development best practices
• Expert understanding of Java, Cassandra, distributed systems and cloud technologies
• Champion of software development best practices
• Enthusiasm for constant improvement as a Software Engineer
• Ability to review and critique proposed designs and offer thoughtful feedback in a collegial fashion
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including Executive Leadership
• Skilled in writing and presenting -- able to craft needed messages so they are clearly expressed and easily understood
• Strong team collaboration and influence skills
• Ability to work independently on complex problems of diverse complexity and scope

We believe in People First

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:  

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities 
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer 
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health 

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University  
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histor