Staff Software Engineer - MarTech

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Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Staff Software Engineer at Macy’s Technology leads the design and development of cross-functional, multi-platform application systems. They translate business requirements into well-engineered, tested, and deployed application systems used by the business, and support these systems in production. They interface with internal customers to determine the most efficient and cost-effective approach to meet business requirements, and design, develop, test, install, and deploy the required software applications. Additionally, they develop solutions utilizing a variety of software technologies, including new code construction, modifications to existing modules, configuration, and/or package implementation. Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development of strategy and technical design for large work type 2 and 3 projects, including defining timelines and project plans, analyzing and estimating feasibility, cost, time, and compatibility with hardware and other programs. Ensure that expected application performance levels are achieved.
• Commit to overall deliverables with customers and/or management.
• Recommend vendors for projects, negotiate terms/conditions with vendors, and support evaluation of new technical direction and approach with recommendations to Macy’s Technology senior management.
• Lead the coding/configuration, testing, implementation, and documentation of solutions, and develop detailed design specifications.
• Perform complex applications programming activities, including coding, testing, debugging, documentation, maintenance, and modification of complex application programs.
• Monitor and establish the operating efficiency of existing application systems, and provide (or arrange for) proactive maintenance. Lead the resolution of customer inquiries.
• Serve as a coach and mentor to more junior developers, including delegating and managing tasks as appropriate.
• Act as a technical expert on existing applications and other inter-related/adjacent systems and applications.
• Design systems/applications with a high level of complexity, such as those with many interfaces or multiple packages and platforms.
• Evaluate the applicability of leading-edge technologies and use this information to significantly influence future business strategies.
• Generate technical and/or business systems knowledge and ideas from external sources, and incorporate those ideas into IT work.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
• Consistently demonstrate regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

Skills You Will Need

• Technical Proficiency: Deep technical understanding of Adobe Workfront, Workfront Fusion, AEM Asserts as DAM, Java springboot, RDBMS, Cloud/Microservices, Caching, Secure Development Lifecycle, and Distributed Processing.
• Web Services and Messaging Layer: Proficiency (3-5 years) in Web Services and Messaging Layer using SOAP, REST, JAXB, and JMS.
• Architecture Knowledge: In-depth understanding of event-driven architecture (EDA) and service-oriented architecture (SOA).
• CI/CD and DevOps: Experience in Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), DevOps processes and tools, and Containerization.
• Application Flow Understanding: Broad comprehension of application flow and technical architectures.
• Effective Communication: Ability to effectively share technical information and communicate technical issues and solutions to stakeholders at all levels of the business.
• Project Management: Capability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and effectively communicate timelines to team members.
• Ownership Mentality: Desire and ability to take ownership of products/projects.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to identify primary and secondary project objectives and prioritize tasks accordingly.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, han