Sr Software Engineer- Java full stack

Innovate in Charlotte
Thank you for dedicating your time and talent to Lowe's. We want to give you more opportunities to learn and grow, so if you find a position you're interested in below, we encourage you to apply!
Your Impact
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will use your expertise to guide and support your team to develop and successfully implement complex software solutions. As a technical expert, you'll support your team throughout the software development process. Additionally, you'll personally develop and deliver code modules and stable application systems, contributing to integrated software solutions across a variety of computing environments.
Shape the future of Retail Tech
Our CEO is forward-thinking when it comes to tech, and with one of Forbes' Top 50 CIOs leading the charge, you can come to work knowing you'll have the data, tools, and support that few other companies can offer. And if the solution doesn't exist, we build it. You have the autonomy to create, and we trust your vision and abilities.
We've been around for over 100 years, so we're not going anywhere. You'll have the stability you need to focus on looking to the future and bringing your team there with you. We also know what it takes to build a winning culture - from collaborating with diverse and curious minds to approaching challenges with new perspectives. You'll be surrounded by peers who are visionaries in their areas - people who can collaborate with you to challenge you, help you grow, and inspire you.
Key Responsibilities:

• Independently design, develop, and maintain backend services, APIs, and front-end modules using modern frameworks like Java17, Spring Boot, React, and Node.js.
• Lead critical feature rollouts, pilot releases, and post-release stabilization for complex applications.
• Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring to ensure rapid, reliable deployments.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve production issues, including job failures, data inconsistencies, and integration errors.
• Standardize and streamline data pipelines into cloud platforms, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and accessible data.
• Leverage AI tools, large language models, chatbots, and basic machine learning models to enhance system intelligence, automation, and predictive capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and mentor junior engineers on coding standards, automation, and process improvements.
• Ensure operational readiness for high-demand events, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventative measures.
• Explore emerging technologies, propose innovative solutions, and drive adoption of modern engineering practices.

Required Skills:

• Strong backend development skills in Java17, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs.
• Front-end development experience in React and Node.js.
• Expertise in Apache Kafka for event-driven architectures.
• Experience with JavaScript, Python, Apache Spark, Elasticsearch, Redis, Grafana, Snyk, Prometheus, MongoDB, Postgres, SQL Server, and cloud platforms.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD, automated testing, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to troubleshoot complex production issues.
• Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts, LLMs, and chatbots, with the ability to apply them practically.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentorship capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems (CIS), or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
• 5 years of experience in software development or a related field
• 4 years of experience in any of following competencies: frontend technologies (user interface/user experience), middleware (microservices and application programming interfaces), database technologies, or DevOps
• 4 years of experience working on project(s) involving the implementation of solutions applying development life cycles (SDLC) through iterative agile development

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, CIS, or related field
• Experience with Blue Yonder Transportation Management System (TMS) or similar transportation/logistics management systems, including configuration, optimization, and operational workflows.
• Familiarity with large-scale operational or supply chain applications.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring, observability, and performance tuning of distributed systems.
• Exposure to AI tools, predictive analytics, or operational optimization is a plus.

Benefits

• 401k with up to 4.25% match
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount of strike price)
• Tuition-Free Education
• 10-week Maternity/Parental Leave
• 10% Associate Discount
• For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits

About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.