Lead Software Engineer

Petco; Santiago de Querétaro; Presencial; MXN 900.000 - 1.350.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Petco is seeking a senior software engineering leader in Querétaro to drive system architecture, coding standards, and end‑to‑end delivery across engineering teams. You will shape the technical direction, ensure scalable, maintainable solutions, and align work with business goals in a fast‑moving retail tech environment.

You will mentor engineers, lead project teams from design to deployment, collaborate with product managers, and own key initiatives that improve performance, reliability, and

Formación

• Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of proven software engineering or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.

Responsabilidades

• Drive the technical vision and architecture across teams.
• Lead end-to-end development, from design to deployment.
• Mentor junior and senior engineers and foster a collaborative culture.
• Partner with product managers to deliver scalable software solutions.
• Oversee code reviews and testing strategies to ensure quality.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Architectural design

Java

C++

Python

Mentorship

Communication

Educación

BSc/MSc in CS/Software Engineering

Herramientas

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure

React/Angular/Django

Descripción del empleo

Want to help pets live their best lives?

We’re proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets and people.

• Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
• Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
• Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.

About Petco

We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years — from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood — the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we’re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

Technical

• Provide technical guidance and foster a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Drive the technical vision and strategy, ensure alignment with business goals.

System Architecture

• Contribute significantly to the design and evolution of the overall system architecture.
• Ensure that software solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with best practices.

Coding And Development

• Participate actively in coding and development activities, setting high standards for code quality, efficiency, and innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement robust software solutions.

Code Review And Quality Assurance

• Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
• Oversee testing strategies to identify and address software defects.

Project Leadership

• Take ownership of projects, managing end-to-end development processes, timelines, and resources.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

Documentation

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation related to software design, architecture, and development.
• Provide documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaboration And Communication

• Foster a collaborative team culture, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and management on project status, technical decisions, and challenges.

Continuous Learning

• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Lead initiatives for continuous learning within the team and contribute to the enhancement of development processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 8+ years of proven experience as a software engineer or in a similar leadership role. Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python). Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Effective communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Django). Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Previous experience in developing and maintaining scalable and distributed systems. Proven experience in mentoring junior software developers

For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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