Lead, IT Applications

Ross Stores; Dublin (CA); Hybrid; USD 114,300 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Ross Stores is seeking a Lead, IT Applications specializing in Self-Checkout systems at their corporate headquarters in Dublin, CA. This role requires a skilled professional with a strong background in retail systems to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have experience in POS and Self Checkout solutions, leading technology rollouts across multiple locations. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits as part of a commitment to employee development and diverse culture.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in retail systems or IT consulting.
• Strong understanding of POS systems and Self Checkout workflows.
• Experience supporting large-scale store technology rollouts.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of Self-Checkout solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to define requirements for SCO capabilities.
• Provide ongoing production support and troubleshooting.

Skills

POS systems knowledge

Self Checkout solutions expertise

Analytical skills

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

EMV payment processing

Retail software vendors

Job description

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

• Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
• Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
• Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
• Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2025 revenues of $22.8 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Lead, IT Applications (Self-Checkout - POS) is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and support of Self-Checkout (SCO) solutions within store systems. This role partners with business and IT stakeholders to deliver scalable, reliable, and efficient checkout experiences that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

The Lead provides both functional and technical expertise across SCO, POS, and payment systems, ensuring successful execution from concept through deployment and ongoing support.

The base salary range for this role is $114,300 - $195,000. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead architecture and design of Self Checkout (SCO) solutions, ensuring integration with POS, payment systems, and store infrastructure
• Act as the IT lead for the Self Checkout workstream across initiatives and programs
• Partner with business stakeholders to define requirements, roadmap, and rollout strategy for SCO capabilities
• Translate functional requirements into technical solutions for moderate to highly complex initiatives
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, compliance, and operational standards
• Drive full development lifecycle including design validation, build, testing, and deployment
• Coordinate and support all testing phases (integration, UAT, performance, operational readiness)
• Lead pilot deployments, stabilization periods, and large‑scale rollout execution across store fleet
• Ensure store readiness across hardware, software, networking, and operational procedures
• Provide ongoing production support, including troubleshooting, incident management, and root cause analysis
• Identify and drive continuous improvements in SCO performance, customer experience, and operational efficiency
• Lead cross‑functional coordination across IT, business, vendors, and store operations teams
• Develop and communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to leadership
• Collaborate with hardware and software vendors to resolve issues and deliver enhancements
• Ensure delivery of implementation artifacts including training, job aids, and operational documentation

COMPETENCIES:

People

• Building Effective Teams
• Developing Talent
• Collaboration

Self

• Leading by Example
• Communicates Effectively
• Ensures Accountability and Execution
• Manages Conflict

Business

• Business Acumen
• Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
• Organizational Agility

With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies:

• Technical Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Large-Scale Stores Deployment & Change Management
• Retail Store Operations Expertise
• Customer Experience Orientation

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• 7-10 years of experience in retail systems or IT consulting with strong exposure to POS and Self Checkout solutions
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong understanding of POS systems, Self Checkout workflows, and payment processing (EMV, PIN pads, contactless)
• Experience supporting large-scale store technology rollouts across multiple locations
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage complex system integrations across multiple platforms
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders
• Experience working with third‑party vendors in retail hardware/software ecosystems
• Strong project leadership and execution skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADA:

Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in‑office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in‑office and remote work.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

N/A

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.