Company Overview
Founded in 1956, Williams‑Sonoma Inc. is a leading specialty retailer of high‑quality kitchen and home products. It operates globally through its brands: Williams‑Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teens, West Elm, Williams‑Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, GreenRow, and Mark & Graham. Products are available in retail stores, catalogs, and online worldwide.
Lead Software Engineer (WMOS – Java)
Role Overview: A hands‑on technical leader responsible for designing, developing, and supporting scalable warehouse management solutions for Williams‑Sonoma’s global supply chain. Requires strong Java expertise, deep knowledge of Manhattan Associates WMOS, and the ability to lead complex integrations.
Impact of the Role
- Design, develop, and support highly scalable warehouse management solutions
- Enable global supply chain operations through robust systems
- Provide technical leadership across WMOS platforms
- Support integration of enterprise warehouse systems
Technology Platforms
- Java, J2EE
- Manhattan Associates WMOS
- Microservices architecture
- APIs and enterprise integrations (ERP, MHE, ProShip)
- PL/SQL and relational databases
- Linux/Unix environments
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Java‑based applications and extensions supporting Manhattan WMOS
- Lead technical design and implementation of WMOS integrations with ERP, MHE, and ProShip
- Develop and maintain microservices and APIs for warehouse and fulfillment operations
- Write and optimize PL/SQL code to support WMOS data processing and integrations
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues by analyzing logs and system behavior in Linux/Unix environments
- Ensure performance, scalability, security, and reliability of WMOS‑related applications
- Collaborate closely with cross‑functional engineering, operations, and support teams
- Provide technical leadership, code reviews, and mentoring for development team members
- Support system upgrades, deployments, and release activities
- Drive adherence to coding standards, best practices, and SDLC processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- 12+ years of software development experience with strong Java expertise
- Hands‑on experience developing and supporting Manhattan Associates WMOS
- Strong Java/J2EE development experience
- Proficiency in PL/SQL and relational database concepts
- Good understanding or working knowledge of microservices architecture
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management processes including inventory, order fulfillment, and pick‑pack‑ship
- Experience with MHE integration and troubleshooting
- Working knowledge of ProShip integration is a plus
- Experience working in Linux/Unix environments and ability to analyze WMOS logs
- Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills
Why Join Williams‑Sonoma
- Work on global supply chain and warehouse management systems
- Opportunity to lead large‑scale, mission‑critical engineering solutions
- Be part of a technology center focused on innovation and advanced technologies
- Contribute to improving operational efficiency and business outcomes