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

Converse; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Converse is looking for a Lead Software Solutions Engineer to drive product innovation and technology outcomes. This role requires extensive experience with PLM systems and 3D design tools to enhance product creation processes. You will work collaboratively across various teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills along with stakeholder management experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in product management or software development, especially retail.
• Proficiency in PLM systems like FlexPLM, VibeIQ.
• Experience with 3D design tools such as Browzwear, CLO 3D.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and delivery of innovative software solutions.
• Align technology with business priorities in product creation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

BE PART OF THE CONVERSE TEAM

Converse is a place to explore potential, break barriers, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We seek individuals who can innovate, dream, and collaborate. Our culture embraces diversity, inspires imagination, and fosters teamwork to build a better tomorrow. We are looking for leaders, visionaries, and achievers to drive 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. Your role will focus on driving strategic initiatives for Product Innovation and Product Creation technologies. As the Lead Software Solutions Engineer for our digital solution, VibeIQ, you will align technology outcomes with business priorities, working with Product Innovation, Design, Merchandising specialists, external vendors, and internal teams to deliver solutions.

Your collaboration will also include systems like Browzwear, CLO 3D, Flex PLM, Autodesk Fusion 360, and Substance by Adobe, enhancing our capabilities throughout the product creation lifecycle.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking 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 integrate technologies such as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), 3D Product Creation, and data management to support Converse's strategic goals, empowering creative teams and enabling cutting-edge solutions in product design, merchandising, and planning.

The ideal candidate will have:

• This role is open to remote work, candidates must be located in the Atlanta Mero area.
• 8+ years of experience in product management or software development, especially in retail or digital product creation.
• 5+ years of experience with PLM systems like 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 relevant education, training, and experience.
• Certification in platforms like PTC FlexPLM, VibeIQ, or similar is a plus.
• Experience 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 for Agile workflows.
• Understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment across different time zones.
• Experience with 3D product creation is highly desirable.

We offer accommodations for our interview process, including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible 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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