Senior Developer

Dillard's, Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dillard's, Inc. in Little Rock, AR seeks a senior Java developer to help build the next generation of our Customer 360 data platform.

This role focuses on a unified source of truth for enterprise applications, guiding data integrity and shaping personalized customer experiences across shopping and support. You will own data ingestion pipelines, APIs, and backend services, collaborating with a cross-functional team, and driving CI/CD and containerization to deliver scalable systems.

Qualifications

• Java, Spring Boot, and related ecosystems proficiency.
• Experience architecting data ingestion pipelines and data models.
• Strong API design and scalable system design knowledge.
• Experience with Git-based source control and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to own feature lifecycle from research to deployment.
• Excellent collaboration and mentoring in cross-functional teams.
• Interest in integrating AI-assisted development tools.

Responsibilities

• Design & Model Data: architect scalable data models for unified customer data.
• Architect Ingestion Pipelines: develop high-throughput batch processes to ingest and deduplicate data.
• Build Robust APIs: design back-end services using Spring Boot and Java.
• Modernize Infrastructure: maintain CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments.
• Champion Development Standards: code reviews, automated testing, and vulnerability remediation.
• Collaborate & Innovate: work with cross-functional teams and explore AI-assisted development tools.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Data Modeling

System Design

API Design

CI/CD

Git

AI-assisted development

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Join our Customer 360 development team at a pivotal moment in our technological evolution. We are building the next generation of our customer database, moving toward a unified source of truth that powers critical enterprise applications. In this role, your work will directly influence the customer experience by ensuring that every interaction—from personalized shopping recommendations to enterprise support is informed by accurate, comprehensive data. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated team of developers to transform complex data ingestion workflows into streamlined, automated processes. We are looking for a forward-thinking developer who is passionate about data integrity, excellence in software development, and creating tools that drive measurable business growth.

THE TEAM

The Customer 360 team is a cross-functional, collaborative group dedicated to building the definitive "source of truth" for Dillard's customer intelligence. We are a high-trust, self-driven team that values curiosity and adaptability as we modernize our customer data strategy to provide a holistic, full-view understanding of our customers. Our scope encompasses the full data lifecycle—from initial research and data modeling to designing robust APIs and developing complex, scalable batch processes. We are looking for a senior developer who is ready to take ownership of foundational systems, champion architectural integrity, and thrive within a team that is as passionate about software development as it is about the success of our colleagues.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design & Model Data: Architect and implement scalable data models that serve as the foundation for a unified "source of truth" for Dillard's customer data.
• Architect Ingestion Pipelines: Develop and maintain complex, high-throughput batch processes to ingest, standardize, validate, and deduplicate customer data from disparate sources.
• Build Robust APIs: Design and develop high-performance backend services and APIs using Spring Boot and Java to power enterprise-wide customer engagement applications.
• Modernize Infrastructure: Drive the architectural integrity of our platforms by creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and leveraging containerization for deployment across multiple-environments.
• Champion Development Standards: Uphold technical excellence through rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and proactive vulnerability remediation.
• Collaborate & Innovate: Engage actively within our cross-functional, co-located team, leveraging AI-assisted development tools and continuous research to stay ahead of industry standards and deliver new features.

THE MUST-HAVES

• Expert Java Development: Deep proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and associated ecosystems; or similar tech stack.
• Data Modeling Proficiency: Demonstrated experience in architecting, developing, and optimizing data ingestion pipelines, batch processes, and complex data models.
• System Design & Architecture: Strong understanding of scalable architectural patterns, API design, and best practices for creating maintainable, high-throughput backend services.
• Version Control & CI/CD: Advanced proficiency with Git-based source control and the ability to maintain robust CI/CD pipelines in a containerized environment.
• Strategic Problem-Solving: A proven ability to own the full lifecycle of a feature, from research and design to implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborative Mindset: Exceptional communication skills with a track record of thriving in cross-functional, co-located teams and mentoring junior developers.
• AI-Enabled Development: A forward-thinking, adaptive mindset with a strong desire to integrate AI-assisted development tools (like Copilot/Gemini) into all facets of the software development lifecycle.

THE NICE-TO-HAVES

• Data Strategy Expertise: Experience with Master Data Management (MDM) concepts, Customer Data Platforms (CDP), or data governance strategies in an enterprise environment.
• Relational Database Depth: Proficiency in IBM Db2 (LUW) or similar relational database management systems.
• Distributed Systems & Big Data: Familiarity with high-volume, distributed data processing frameworks or NoSQL database patterns.
• Observability & Performance Tuning: Experience designing systems with comprehensive monitoring and logging, or a track record of performance tuning for complex, high-throughput batch processes.
• Data Security & Privacy: Familiarity with secure data handling techniques and compliance standards, ensuring sensitive information is protected throughout its lifecycle.
• Containerized Development Experience: Familiarity with containerized environments, container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes), and best practices for packaging and deploying enterprise applications.

Location & Hours: This is a full-time, on-site position located at our Little Rock, Arkansas headquarters. A high level of attendance is required as an essential function of this position.

No immigration sponsorship (ex. H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) is available for this position