Backend Software Engineer II

Position Title: Backend Software Engineer II

Location: (Hybrid Position) out of our Dallas, TX office

Overview:

Blue Yonder Retail Planning is a comprehensive software product designed to optimize and streamline the retail planning process. Leveraging advanced algorithms and AI, it empowers retailers to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and create accurate merchandise plans. With its robust features for assortment planning, replenishment optimization, and sales forecasting, Blue Yonder Retail Planning enables retailers to enhance their operational efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and drive profitability in a dynamic retail environment.

We are looking for an astute individual with experience building and designing SaaS-native, and multi-tenant applications using microservices.

Our current technical environment:

Programming Languages: Java, Python, Groovy, Bash

Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring Cloud

Messaging Systems: Apache Kafka, Azure Event Hub

Cloud Platforms: Azure, AWS, GCP (preferably Azure)

Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

Databases: SQL (Azure SQL, PostgreSQL), NoSQL (Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Snowflake)

Build Tools: Gradle

Version Control: BitBucket, GitHub

Continuous Integration/Deployment: Jenkins, GitHub Actions

Code Quality and Security: SonarQube, Codacy, Checkmarx, CodeQL

Testing: BlazeMeter

Artifact Repository: Artifactory

Infrastructure Automation: Ansible

Scope / Responsibilities:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain the backend components of the Blue Yonder Retail Planning product, utilizing technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of the backend systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability of the software product.
• Integrate the Blue Yonder Retail Planning product with external systems, such as ERP and inventory management systems, by designing and implementing robust APIs to facilitate seamless data exchange and communication.
• Implement efficient data management strategies, including secure storage, retrieval, and processing of large volumes of retail data, utilizing SQL and NoSQL databases, and optimizing system performance.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to design and implement comprehensive testing frameworks, ensuring high-quality code and adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend-related issues reported by customers, addressing performance bottlenecks and ensuring system stability.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies, industry trends, and best practices in backend development, actively contributing to the continuous improvement and innovation of the Blue Yonder Retail Planning product.

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications and attributes to join our team:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in software development.
• Strong programming skills and a solid background in Java, Python, Groovy, and Bash.
• Ability to debug and diagnose issues in complex enterprise applications, demonstrating a strong understanding of troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Basic understanding of virtualization and experience with private, hybrid, and public cloud computing concepts. Familiarity with major cloud hosting platforms, particularly Azure, is preferred.
• Experience with backend frameworks such as Spring Boot and Spring Cloud, as well as messaging systems like Apache Kafka and Azure Event Hub.
• Proficiency in containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases, including Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, and Snowflake.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and team members.
• A proactive attitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for continuous learning and staying up to date with industry trends and technologies.

Joining our team as a Backend Software Engineer offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative retail planning solutions and work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

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The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.

At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• Wellbeing Days
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Our Values

If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success - and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core Values

Diversity, Inclusion, Value & Equality (DIVE) is our strategy for fostering an inclusive environment we can be proud of. Check out Blue Yonder's inaugural Diversity Report which outlines our commitment to change, and our video celebrating the differences in all of us in the words of some of our associates from around the world.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.