Role Specific Information
Job Description
About the Role
As Software Engineer, you will collaborate closely with design, product, and engineering experts to tackle real-world challenges and deliver innovative solutions that elevate Kohl’s retail offerings.
What You’ll Do
Develop high-quality applications using extreme programming (XP) practices and a user-centric approach
Participate in the entire application lifecycle in collaboration with designers, product managers and other engineers on the product team
Leverage critical thinking, experimentation, data and industry best practices to achieve desired business outcomes
Contribute to product engineering and software standards
Influence the team to reduce the toil received from production, advocate for product reliability and influence the benefits of tech debt reduction with matrices
Develop self and support the development of others through accountability and continuous learning
Adapt to constant change and model that for the rest of the team
Evaluate a user story for technical context, feasibility, acceptance criteria, testability and estimation
Additional tasks may be assigned
Addendum
BACKEND SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Experience in Java and JEE development, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Batch, Spring Security
Knowledge of build management tools such as Gradle or Maven
Demonstrated understanding of source control systems such as GIT
Database design and implementation experience in either SQL or NoSQL databases
Experience working with distributed caching technologies such as Redis
Knowledge of full SDLC requirements gathering, planning, estimation, development, testing, and deployment
UI SOFTWARE ENGINEER
A passion for stellar user experience and design
Proficient in NodeJS and ECMAScript standards
Deep understanding of CSS patterns and HTML
Understanding of responsive design
Proficient in React and one other modern UI framework like Angular, Ember, or Vue.js
Consume reusable component libraries
Can compose CSS on the fly
What Skills You Have
Required
2+ years of experience in software development
Knowledge of application design patterns, event-driven architecture, database schemas and testing strategies
Knowledge and experience with continuous integration, continuous deployment and test-driven development
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in MIS, Computer Science or related field
Experience with large-scale application troubleshooting and performance tuning
Exposure to working with major cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
Familiarity and experience with XP (Extreme Programming)
Essential Functions
The requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions. Kohl’s may revise this job description from time to time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.
Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” Section
Ability to comply with dress code requirements
Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation
Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company
Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
Ability to give direction and to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel
Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others
Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes
Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs
Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.
Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business units
Ability to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely manner
Top Skills
What We Do
Kohl’s is a leading omnichannel retailer with more than 1,100 stores in 49 states
Kohl's business is built on a solid foundation of more than 65 million customers, an unmatched brand portfolio, industry-leading loyalty and Kohl's Card programs, a convenient and accessible nationwide store footprint, and large digital business on Kohls.com and the Kohl's mobile app.
Our Vision:
- The retailer of choice for the active and casual lifestyle
- Destination for active and casual lifestyle as well as beauty for the entire family — from the most trusted brands,
always delivering quality and discovery
- Leading with loyalty and value through best-in-class rewards programs
- Differentiated omnichannel experience — easy and inviting, no matter how our customer wants to shop
