Lead, Software Engineer - JSM

Petco; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K and incentives

Job summary

Petco is seeking an experienced software engineer in San Diego to lead development, design scalable systems, and mentor teams. You will shape the technical vision, contribute to architecture, review code, and collaborate with product managers to deliver robust software solutions.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on coding, and building maintainable systems while promoting continuous learning and best practices across the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of proven experience as a software engineer or in a leadership role.
• Expertise in Java, C++, and Python with strong architecture and design pattern knowledge.
• Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership/mentorship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and foster a collaborative, innovative environment.
• Drive the technical vision and strategy aligned with business goals.
• Contribute to system architecture design and evolution for scalable solutions.
• Code actively with high standards for quality, efficiency and innovation.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery with product managers and stakeholders.
• Oversee code reviews, testing strategies, and documentation for stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and process improvement.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Leadership

Mentoring

Git

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Eng

Tools

React

Angular

Django

AWS

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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

#CORP

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. 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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