Retail Systems Engineer III

Lowes Foods; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Hickory, North Carolina is seeking a professional to ensure the successful operation and implementation of retail store hardware and software, especially POS systems. Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in grocery retail support, along with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. This role requires the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, while also providing training and support to the store teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of technology-related experience.
• 2+ years of grocery retail support.
• Working knowledge of retail automation applications and POS systems.
• Ability to work without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install hardware and software as necessary.
• Provide training to store teams on new procedures when necessary.
• Assist the infrastructure team with networking-related hardware troubleshooting.
• Responsible for on-call duties providing application/hardware support during off hours.

Skills

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Ability to make decisions

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to juggle multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, or business

Tools

IBM 4690 / Toshiba TCxSky OS

Basic understanding of Windows OS

Basic knowledge of Python or running scripts

Job description

Overview

Ensure successful operation and implementation of retail store hardware and software, especially POS. Support operation of cash office; take care of business needs and issues. Travel is 90% - Must be located in Augusta - Aiken area and will provide store support for this area.

Responsibilities

• Install hardware and software as necessary. Providing support and troubleshooting as required.
• Provide training to store teams on new procedures when necessary.
• Ensures the smooth opening of all new Alex Lee retail stores regarding point of sale, front office operation, fuel centers, payment devices, specialty areas, eCommerce, Catalina and self-checkout.
• Continually improves the overall quality and performance of front-end systems.
• Documents systems to ensure effective use and efficient ongoing maintenance.
• Proactive, positive approach to problem-solving.
• Coordinates and assists with remodels, de-installs and special projects.
• Assist the infrastructure team as field support for networking related hardware and troubleshooting.
• Responsible for on-call duties to provide application / hardware support during off hours as scheduled by supervisor. Serves as backup for other on-call team members.
• Work with third party break fix providers to help restore systems when necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics or business is required or equivalent knowledge and skill from work experience. 2+ years of technology related experience. 2+ years of grocery retail support. Should possess working knowledge of retail automation applications and POS systems.
• May be required to work long hours during install projects which may also require multiple nights away from home.
• Must be able to juggle multiple tasks and work in situations where being bombarded from all directions.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to make decisions.
• Able to work without supervision.
• Basic understanding of IBM 4690 / Toshiba TCxSky OS.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent organizational and communication skills,
• Desire to learn innovative/new technologies and keep abreast of trends.
• Desire to work on complex problems.
• Collaborative – works jointly with highly skilled members of the organization on different projects.
• Some knowledge of Python or running scripts.
• Basic understanding of Windows OS and setup.
• Understanding of basic network concepts and principles.