Manager, Product Engineering - 321532

Grainger; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 196,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor seeks a Manager, Product Engineering to join their team in Lake Forest, IL. This role focuses on cloud-based solutions, driving technical roadmaps, and optimizing data processes while leading engineering teams. With an emphasis on innovation and excellence, successful candidates will bring extensive experience, a Master's degree, and a commitment to enhancing organizational capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in product engineering.
• Experience in cloud solutions critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor data engineering teams.
• Design and implement cloud-based products.
• Analyze and mitigate project risks effectively.

Skills

Cloud-based solutions design

AWS

ETL process optimization

Team leadership

Risk analysis

CI/CD practices

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Software Engineering

Master’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

AWS Services

Job description

Work Location Type: Hybrid

About Grainger:

W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, we keep the world working by serving over 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and an award-winning culture, the company reported 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million MRO products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com provides access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers over 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.

Position Overview:

Grainger Corporate Services LLC is seeking a Manager, Product Engineering in Lake Forest, IL, with the following requirements:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology/Sciences, Software Engineering, or a related field
• At least 8 years of related experience
• Experience designing and implementing cloud-based data engineering products and services using AWS, ensuring scalability and performance
• Architecting and optimizing ETL processes to improve query performance and reduce data latency
• Leading and mentoring team members, participating in onboarding, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering professional growth
• Developing and managing technical roadmaps for data engineering projects aligned with business goals
• Analyzing and mitigating project risks through thorough risk, cost, and time analysis
• Guiding and mentoring engineering teams in implementing testing strategies and CI/CD practices
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally
• Remote work allowed from anywhere in the U.S.

Compensation and Benefits:

The anticipated base pay range is $196,123 to $206,000, depending on experience and location. Grainger reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at its discretion. To learn more about Grainger’s benefits, visit: https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire.

Application Process:

Submit your resume at https://jobs.grainger.com, referencing job #321532.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process. Please advise us if you need accommodations during any stage of the process.