For our client, we are seeking a Distinguished Software Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Retail & Consumer Goods space. This role will lead initiatives at the intersection of scalable technology, AI-enabled capabilities, and business transformation. You will work across engineering, product, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and long-term innovation within a consumer-facing environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $169,000 – $338,000 annually

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture and technical strategy for core eCommerce site platforms
Drive execution on large-scale eCommerce initiatives, managing architecture decisions and delivery risks
Promote collaboration between engineering, product, UX/design, and business partners
Define and advocate for target state architecture and migration approaches
Establish engineering standards and ensure adherence to best practices
Shape delivery processes to enhance predictability and throughput
Design and implement monitoring and observability patterns for site performance
Partner with SRE/ops on performance tuning and incident response improvements

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in software engineering or related fields
Proven track record in technical leadership or architecture roles on large-scale eCommerce platforms
Advanced proficiency in Lua scripting and experience with Akamai and Torbit
Deep understanding of eCommerce initiatives addressing multi-market complexities (e.g., localization and regulatory compliance)
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and CI/CD practices

Benefits

401(k) match and stock purchase plan
Paid maternity and parental leave
Flexible working hours and multiple health plan options
Paid time off (PTO), including sick leave and family care leave
the company-funded education benefits covering tuition and fees

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.