At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.
We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.
Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or relevant field of study preferred
Work Experiences:
- 3+ years of IBM Sterling OMS implementation and support experience
- Hands-on experience with the IBM Sterling Order Management platform
- Hands-on experience with Sterling Web SOM preferred
- Experience in integrating Order Management system with Commerce platforms and enterprise applications
Skills:
- Sterling Order Management development and customization experience
- Sterling Web store experience customizing the store functionality
- Design and develop solutions using Agile SDLC process
- Collaborate with product teams in a fast-paced environment to deliver results quickly and efficiently
- Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
- Proven ability to work independently with strong analytical ability, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
- Experience in converting business requirements to technical solutions
- Ability to learn and adopt new tools and technologies to enhance capabilities and solution delivery
- Familiarity with tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Confluence, and JIRA
- Ability to work in an Onshore/Offshore model
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain OMS features, integrations, and APIs.
- Collaborate with product managers and QA to deliver high-quality features.
- Participate in development, testing, and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Contribute to technical design discussions and propose design solutions.
- Participate in the Agile Scrum processes.
- Participate in software development activities to meet schedules and timelines.
- Work with internal teams, including Product, Project Management, Development, and Quality Assurance, to deliver a high-quality solution.
- Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules.
- Duties may change; Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements & Attendance
- Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties.
- Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior.
- Regular in-office attendance is required.
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.
Skills Required
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or relevant field
- 3+ years of IBM Sterling OMS implementation and support experience
- Hands-on experience with the IBM Sterling Order Management platform
- Hands-on experience with Sterling Web SOM
- Experience integrating Order Management systems with commerce platforms and enterprise applications
- Sterling Order Management development and customization experience
- Sterling Web store experience customizing store functionality
- Design and develop solutions using Agile SDLC / participate in Agile Scrum processes
- Experience converting business requirements to technical solutions
- Familiarity with Git, Bitbucket, Confluence, and JIRA
- Ability to work in an Onshore/Offshore delivery model and regular in-office attendance
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Academy Sports + Outdoors Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Academy Sports + Outdoors and has not been reviewed or approved by Academy Sports + Outdoors.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an employee stock purchase plan are consistently presented as core strengths. These features stand out within big-box retail and are frequently highlighted as valuable parts of total compensation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A 20% merchandise discount, pay-on-demand access to wages, and tuition reimbursement provide tangible everyday value. Onsite gym access in Katy corporate/DC locations and vendor discount networks further enhance lifestyle perks.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and defined maternity and parental leave are part of the standard package. Materials also indicate PTO availability for some part-time store roles in certain situations.
Academy Sports + Outdoors Insights
What We Do
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it. With a wide assortment of sporting and outdoors gear, Academy offers the best brands under one roof — curated to make the most of every budget. Day in and day out, our 20,000+ Team Members bring a sense of adventure, energy, and passion to work. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them has been at the core of Academy culture for over 80 years. We take pride in creating a workplace that values hard work, commitment, growth, and of course, FUN. Academy — headquartered in Katy, TX, a suburb of Houston — is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. We offer a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, as well as sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel, and much more. Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to a wide network of stores across many states, with $6.8 billion in annual revenue.
