Staff Software Engineer- Backend

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Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
134K-224K Annually
Senior level
eCommerce • Information Technology • Retail • Industrial
North America's leading B2B supplier of maintenance, repair and operating supplies and related services.
The Role
Lead backend engineering for the Customer Expected Delivery Date domain, driving architecture, TDD/CD practices, production reliability, technical mentorship, and collaboration with Product and Architects to deliver scalable services.
Summary Generated by Built In
Work Location Type: Hybrid
Req Number 333472
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 $134,100.00 - $223,500.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15%, 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.
Position Details
As a Staff Software Engineer (Software Engineer IV) in the Customer Order domain, you will help the core of Grainger's business, placing orders for the products we sell. The Customer Expected Delivery Date (CEDD) team does the work of predicting the date that our customers will receive their order. This role is a key player in delivering high-quality code that aligns with our architectural principals, meets our business objectives, and grows our future technical talent. This role is expected to engage with people both inside and beyond their direct team; they will work directly with Product Managers, Architects, and key stakeholders.
You Will
  • Act as a technical subject matter expert for your direct team, and throughout the domain
  • Drive technical quality through Test Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Delivery (CD), and Pair Programming
  • Influence the architectural approach to the components that your team is responsible for
  • Influence the prioritization of technical debt
  • Contribute to continuous learning on your team culture by leading knowledge sharing sessions with latest technological features and engineering practices
  • Maintain software in production with demonstrated ability to triage and resolve issues
  • Help mature our approach to AI supported software engineering

You Have
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in computer science or similar; or equivalent experience required
  • 5+ years experience as a Software Engineer; with experience in modern software engineering; designing; developing, testing and deploying scalable software applications within a variety of technologies and environments. required
  • Expert knowledge of programming skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of distributed system design and integration patterns
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and Dev Ops Practices
  • Experience with analyzing, interpreting and communicating complex problems and practices

Preferred
  • Backend Development experience, with experience in: Java/Kotlin, Springboot

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 in computer science or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years experience as a Software Engineer designing, developing, testing, and deploying scalable applications
  • Expert programming skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of distributed system design and integration patterns
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices
  • Experience maintaining software in production with ability to triage and resolve issues
  • Experience analyzing, interpreting, and communicating complex problems and practices
  • Backend development experience with Java/Kotlin and Spring Boot

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Grainger Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support The package features an automatic 6% company 401(k) contribution with immediate vesting, alongside profit sharing and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These elements stand out in the total rewards and strengthen long‑term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision with day‑one eligibility in many roles, plus mental health resources. Inclusive options such as fertility support, transgender health care, and travel benefits for certain services are also offered.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO is described as generous—examples include 18 days plus company holidays for early‑career roles—and paid parental leave is available. Benefits are positioned to start on day one, aiding predictability and planning.

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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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