Lead Software Solution Engineer (Open to Atlanta) R-62017

Converse; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the footwear industry seeks a Lead Software Solutions Engineer to oversee product innovation initiatives and digital solution implementations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, particularly in retail technologies, and will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in product design and creation.

Benefits

Accommodations for interview processes

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in product management or software development in retail.
• 5+ years with PLM systems like FlexPLM, VibeIQ.
• Hands-on with 3D tools such as Browzwear and CLO 3D.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of technologies for product lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation.
• Ensure technology outcomes align with business priorities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Agile methodologies

3D product creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

FlexPLM

VibeIQ

Browzwear

CLO 3D

Adobe Substance 3D

AWS

Azure

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

BECOME PART OF THE CONVERSE TEAM

Converse is a place to explore potential, break barriers, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. The company seeks individuals who can innovate, dream, and collaborate. Our culture thrives by embracing diversity, inspiring imagination, and working as a team to build a better tomorrow. We’re looking for leaders, visionaries, and achievers who can collectively push Converse forward into new and exciting directions.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You will join the Digital Design & Merchandising, Product Creation, Planning, and Manufacturing Technology team at Converse, collaborating globally with key stakeholders across the organization. Your role will focus on driving strategic initiatives for Product Innovation and Product Creation technologies. As the Lead Software Solutions Engineer for our key digital solution, VibeIQ, you will ensure alignment of our technology outcomes with business priorities, working alongside Product Innovation, Design, and Merchandising specialists, external technology vendors, as well as internal product and engineering teams to deliver meaningful solutions.

In addition, your collaboration will include exposure to systems like Browzwear, CLO 3D, Flex PLM, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Substance by Adobe, amplifying our capabilities across the full lifecycle of product creation.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are searching for an experienced Lead Software Solutions Engineer with a strong background in Digital Solutions, Product Management, and Retail Technologies to oversee the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions. You will lead the integration of technologies that include Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), 3D Product Creation, and data management to support Converse's strategic goals. Your contributions will empower creative teams and enable cutting-edge solutions that drive innovation in product design, merchandising, and planning.

The ideal candidate will have:

• This role is open to remote work, candidates must be located in Atlanta Metro area.
• 8+ years of experience in product management or software development, especially in the retail industry or digital product creation spaces.
• 5+ years of experience with PLM systems such as FlexPLM, VibeIQ, Windchill, etc.
• Hands-on experience with 3D product design tools such as Browzwear, CLO 3D, KeyShot, or Adobe Substance 3D.
• Proficiency in stakeholder and vendor management, including strategic execution, negotiation, and communication.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a relevant field, or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
• Certification in platforms like PTC FlexPLM, VibeIQ, or others is a plus.
• Experience working with APIs, RESTful services, and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of data pipelines and integration tools like AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory, Snowflake, PowerBI, etc.
• Proven experience with cloud solutions, preferably AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, S3) and/or Microsoft Azure.
• Familiarity with collaboration tools like JIRA, Confluence, and ServiceNow to manage Agile workflows effectively.
• Understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, including teams across different time zones.
• Experience with 3D product creation is highly desired.

We offer accommodations for our interview process, including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible in-person interview locations, closed captioning, and other modifications. If you need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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