Software Engineer - Merchandising
Apply NowCompany: Costco
Location: Issaquah, WA 98027
Description:
Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale, the third largest retailer in the world with wholesale operations in fourteen countries. Despite our size and explosive international expansion, we continue to provide a family, employee centric atmosphere in which our employees thrive and succeed.
This is an environment unlike anything in the high-tech world and the secret of Costco's success is its culture. The value Costco puts on its employees is well documented in articles from a variety of publishers including Bloomberg and Forbes. Our employees and our members come FIRST. Costco is well known for its generosity and community service and has won many awards for its philanthropy. The company joins with its employees to take an active role in volunteering by sponsoring many opportunities to help others.
Come join the Costco Wholesale IT family. Costco IT is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working through exciting transformation efforts. We are building the next generation retail environment where you will be surrounded by dedicated and highly professional employees.
Software Engineers perform development work across the technology stack (both front-end/back-end expertise). Engineers are versatile in how they can add value, demonstrating the ability to manage the completion of projects that involve databases, backend services, or the development of user-facing websites.
The Merchandising Software Engineer will perform development work across the Merchandise stack, delivering solutions designed to support the Fresh Foods line of business for Costco Wholesale. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to manage the completion of projects that involve databases, backend services, and OO/UI development.
If you want to be a part of one of the worldwide BEST companies "to work for", simply apply and let your career be reimagined.
ROLE
Performs development, optimization, and automation activities to support the implementation of a product/application.
Supports Systems Architects with the design of the overall architecture of a specific product/application, applying principles that promote availability, reusability, interoperability, and security into the design framework.
Increases proficiency and understanding of relational and non-relational databases, distributed application architectures, user interfaces and user experience, quality assurance, security concerns, and business value creation.
Adopts engineering best practices to deliver higher quality and scalable solutions.
Provides the team with the development strategy, solution recommendations, and estimates for a given product/application.
Participates in scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, retrospective, showcases/demos, stand-ups, backlog refinement, etc.).
Creates and executes unit tests which validate the code changes made to support the implementation of a user story.
Uses test driven development (TDD) practices to assist with the detection/recognition of software defects early in the development process.
Identifies deficiencies within a product / application's code base and identifies opportunities to improve overall code quality.
Works with team members to move user stories from the development backlog into testing and provides clarification when needed.
Estimates, plans, and manages all implementation tasks and reports on development progress.
Demonstrates a strong understanding of emerging technologies to support the development of new solutions.
Collaborates with team members (e.g., Systems Architects, Systems Analysts) to define project specifications and release documentation for all phases of the product development cycle from product definition to design, through implementation.
Conducts peer code reviews for the software changes made by other engineers within a team.
REQUIRED
3 years' experience in performing full stack Web, UI or mobile application development.
Application development in any of the following Java, JavaScript, .Net, C#, Power Apps, and Azure.
Working with UI frameworks/libraries, such as Angular or React.
Experience working with middleware technologies such as GraphQL, Cosmos, Azure Functions, Azure Topics or equivalent
Proficient working knowledge of code versioning tools, such as Git, SVN, etc.
Familiarity with continuous integration.
Strong understanding of the software development process.
Strong knowledge of object-oriented concepts.
Strong knowledge and experience working with databases.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; and able to communicate to both technical and Business audiences.
Demonstrated ability to execute against iteration plans and deliver assignments within scope, schedule, and budget.
Ability to design, build, enhance, and implement solutions in a fast-paced Agile environment.
High integrity, accountability, a positive attitude, and willingness to do what it takes to make the team successful.
Team player; good interpersonal skills; ability to work with all management levels.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced working environment.
Extremely responsive, able to work under pressure in a crisis with a strong sense of urgency.
Responsible, conscientious, self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision.
Detail-oriented and possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze potential future issues; creative, likes challenges.
Able to support off-hours work as required, including weekends, holidays, and 24/7 on call responsibilities on a rotational basis.
Recommended
BS degree in Computer Science (completed or in progress), related field or equivalent experience.
1-2 years' experience in:
Dynamics 365 platform modules. Preferred experience with SCM and F&O
Integrating an application with other applications using web services.
Integration or development experience with Mainframe systems, such as iSeries.
Working knowledge of databases such as SQL Server or Cosmos.
Programming experience with related technology such as XML, Java, various JavaScript frameworks, and SQL queries.
Experience with ServiceNow or ADO.
Cloud Development/Computing (preferably Azure).
Proficient in Google Workspace applications, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Gmail.
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
California applicants, please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
Pay Ranges:
Level 2 - $105,000 - $135,000
Level 3 - $130,000 - $160,000
Level 4 - $150,000 - $190,000
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Costco is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Costco is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to IT-Recruiting@costco.com
If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. In some cases, applicants and employees for selected positions will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H1-B visas.
This is an environment unlike anything in the high-tech world and the secret of Costco's success is its culture. The value Costco puts on its employees is well documented in articles from a variety of publishers including Bloomberg and Forbes. Our employees and our members come FIRST. Costco is well known for its generosity and community service and has won many awards for its philanthropy. The company joins with its employees to take an active role in volunteering by sponsoring many opportunities to help others.
Come join the Costco Wholesale IT family. Costco IT is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working through exciting transformation efforts. We are building the next generation retail environment where you will be surrounded by dedicated and highly professional employees.
Software Engineers perform development work across the technology stack (both front-end/back-end expertise). Engineers are versatile in how they can add value, demonstrating the ability to manage the completion of projects that involve databases, backend services, or the development of user-facing websites.
The Merchandising Software Engineer will perform development work across the Merchandise stack, delivering solutions designed to support the Fresh Foods line of business for Costco Wholesale. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to manage the completion of projects that involve databases, backend services, and OO/UI development.
If you want to be a part of one of the worldwide BEST companies "to work for", simply apply and let your career be reimagined.
ROLE
Performs development, optimization, and automation activities to support the implementation of a product/application.
Supports Systems Architects with the design of the overall architecture of a specific product/application, applying principles that promote availability, reusability, interoperability, and security into the design framework.
Increases proficiency and understanding of relational and non-relational databases, distributed application architectures, user interfaces and user experience, quality assurance, security concerns, and business value creation.
Adopts engineering best practices to deliver higher quality and scalable solutions.
Provides the team with the development strategy, solution recommendations, and estimates for a given product/application.
Participates in scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, retrospective, showcases/demos, stand-ups, backlog refinement, etc.).
Creates and executes unit tests which validate the code changes made to support the implementation of a user story.
Uses test driven development (TDD) practices to assist with the detection/recognition of software defects early in the development process.
Identifies deficiencies within a product / application's code base and identifies opportunities to improve overall code quality.
Works with team members to move user stories from the development backlog into testing and provides clarification when needed.
Estimates, plans, and manages all implementation tasks and reports on development progress.
Demonstrates a strong understanding of emerging technologies to support the development of new solutions.
Collaborates with team members (e.g., Systems Architects, Systems Analysts) to define project specifications and release documentation for all phases of the product development cycle from product definition to design, through implementation.
Conducts peer code reviews for the software changes made by other engineers within a team.
REQUIRED
3 years' experience in performing full stack Web, UI or mobile application development.
Application development in any of the following Java, JavaScript, .Net, C#, Power Apps, and Azure.
Working with UI frameworks/libraries, such as Angular or React.
Experience working with middleware technologies such as GraphQL, Cosmos, Azure Functions, Azure Topics or equivalent
Proficient working knowledge of code versioning tools, such as Git, SVN, etc.
Familiarity with continuous integration.
Strong understanding of the software development process.
Strong knowledge of object-oriented concepts.
Strong knowledge and experience working with databases.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; and able to communicate to both technical and Business audiences.
Demonstrated ability to execute against iteration plans and deliver assignments within scope, schedule, and budget.
Ability to design, build, enhance, and implement solutions in a fast-paced Agile environment.
High integrity, accountability, a positive attitude, and willingness to do what it takes to make the team successful.
Team player; good interpersonal skills; ability to work with all management levels.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced working environment.
Extremely responsive, able to work under pressure in a crisis with a strong sense of urgency.
Responsible, conscientious, self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision.
Detail-oriented and possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze potential future issues; creative, likes challenges.
Able to support off-hours work as required, including weekends, holidays, and 24/7 on call responsibilities on a rotational basis.
Recommended
BS degree in Computer Science (completed or in progress), related field or equivalent experience.
1-2 years' experience in:
Dynamics 365 platform modules. Preferred experience with SCM and F&O
Integrating an application with other applications using web services.
Integration or development experience with Mainframe systems, such as iSeries.
Working knowledge of databases such as SQL Server or Cosmos.
Programming experience with related technology such as XML, Java, various JavaScript frameworks, and SQL queries.
Experience with ServiceNow or ADO.
Cloud Development/Computing (preferably Azure).
Proficient in Google Workspace applications, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Gmail.
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
California applicants, please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
Pay Ranges:
Level 2 - $105,000 - $135,000
Level 3 - $130,000 - $160,000
Level 4 - $150,000 - $190,000
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Costco is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Costco is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to IT-Recruiting@costco.com
If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. In some cases, applicants and employees for selected positions will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H1-B visas.