Software Engineer III

Posted Yesterday
Lake Forest, IL, USA
Hybrid
105K-174K Annually
Mid level
eCommerce • Information Technology • Retail • Industrial
North America's leading B2B supplier of maintenance, repair and operating supplies and related services.
The Role
Design, build, test, deploy, and support scalable software applications and system integrations. Develop automation and AI-enabled solutions that reduce manual work, improve incident response, and address operational challenges. Collaborate with engineers, architects, analysts, stakeholders, and product managers; implement CI/CD and DevOps practices; analyze complex problems; and mentor junior engineers.
Summary Generated by Built In
Work Location Type: Remote
Req Number 335785
About Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.
Compensation
The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $104,500.00 - $174,200.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 10% or $, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.
Rewards and Benefits
With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
  • 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
  • Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

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Grainger Benefits
The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.
The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.
Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.
"As part of our hiring and onboarding process, you'll need to complete an onsite visit at a Grainger location before receiving Grainger-issued technology. This will take place either during an onsite interview or on your first day, depending on the interview process."
Position Details
As a Senior Software Engineer (Software Engineer III) you will be involved in the full systems life cycle and responsible for designing, coding, configuring, testing, implementing and supporting application software and systems that are delivered on time and within budget. In addition to mentoring junior engineers, you will work closely with technical teams, stakeholders and product managers to understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and physical design of technical solutions
On the Continuous Improvement and Automation team, you'll build software that reduces manual work, improves incident response, and helps technology teams solve operational challenges. You'll work directly with users to turn their needs into practical applications, system integrations, and AI-enabled automation. As part of a small, collaborative team, you'll help shape what we build, explore emerging technologies, and take solutions from concept through production-with a clear view of the impact your work makes.
"Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship."
You Will
  • Build applications and develop product design solutions in partnership with engineers, architects, and analysts leading to scalable and maintainable software solutions
  • Utilize (Frontend/Backend/Full Stack) specialized skills based on specific platform or domain as required
  • Implement continuous delivery activities (CICD) and drive engineering best practices
  • Support team activities and pair with peers to work on stories
  • Coach and mentor junior engineers
  • Consistently practice sensible defaults

You Have
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
  • 3+ years experience with modern software, Infrastructure, or Network engineering; designing, building, and deploying scalable software applications required
  • Understanding of distributed system design
  • Experience analyzing and interpreting complex problems and processes
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one's employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience with modern software, infrastructure, or network engineering
  • Experience designing, building, and deploying scalable software applications
  • Understanding of distributed system design
  • Experience analyzing and interpreting complex problems and processes
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices

What the Team is Saying

Grainger Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support — Retirement contributions are described as automatic each pay period and immediately vested, standing out as a core strength of the total rewards package.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage are advertised with day-one eligibility for many roles, alongside added mental-health support such as free therapy sessions.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave offers extended time for birth and non-birth parents, and additional resources like adoption assistance are highlighted.

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The Company
HQ: Lake Forest, IL
26,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1927

What We Do

Grainger is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. We’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a Platinum Employer on the Where You Work Matters list, a 2026 Glassdoor Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry. Find your way with Grainger at jobs.grainger.com.

Why Work With Us

We're proud of our people-focused culture. We embrace new ways of thinking and recognize everyone as an individual. At Grainger, we have a welcoming workplace where you can fell comfortable, confident and learn and grow at any career stage, all while fulfilling our purpose to keep the world working.

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