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Nordstrom Engineer 1 - MISC Team (Hybrid - Seattle, WA) in Seattle, Washington
Job Description
Are you ready to help build a new platform of APIs and web applications that powers one of Nordstrom's most important business areas? Do you enjoy working on distributed systems, micro-services, machine learning and mathematical optimization-based decision engines, cache invalidation, and other deployment problems? Are you looking for a team of committed individuals working toward a common goal with clarity and purpose?
We are the Merchandising, Inventory, Supply Chain (MISC) Team. We build new features and experiences on Java, React, Node, AWS, and Kafka stack in an agile, team-oriented, and collaborative environment. We encourage innovation and expect developers to take a high level of ownership throughout the software life cycle.
We want to expand our team to build critical applications and systems that will accelerate our ability to build innovative experiences that delight our customers. This role in the MISC Team is for an Engineer 1 to help build business-critical systems and APIs. In this position, you will be an active part of a team delivering solutions for internal and external Nordstrom customers. You will work collaboratively with engineers, product managers, and program managers.
A day in the life...
Build or enhance APIs, CI/CD automation, unit tests, and Behavior Driven Tests for service APIs to bulletproof features that delight customers.
Demonstrate a standard of engineering excellence and measure everything.
Demonstrate competence in engineering concepts, theories, and principles, combining them with business understanding to design, document, and implement clean and robust solutions to complex business problems.
Think analytically. Define and identify logical steps to execution and priorities.
Demonstrate an ability to turn business needs into functional requirements while explaining technical details in ways the business can understand.
Participate in defining, scoping, and estimating resulting stories.
Pursue continuous learning by seeking out opportunities to gain additional knowledge.
Contribute toward your peer's continuous learning by conducting a brown bag knowledge-sharing session on a topic in which you have expertise.
Communicate effectively and efficiently with teams, business partners, and leadership.
Demonstrate engineering understanding of concepts, tools, features, and functions Adjust to changing situations and expectations and show willingness to learn new ways to achieve goals.
Work on a proof-of-concept implementation utilizing new technology to solve a business challenge.
Provide unique experiences for internal and external customers by identifying needs and striving to meet them.
Work independently while demonstrating a bias for action and flexibility to evolving business needs.
Work closely with your peers and seniors to help the team achieve its goals.
Maintain a high bar for code quality, testing, and automation while finding opportunities to improve continuously.
Contribute to design and code reviews, ensuring the team ships high-quality, scalable, maintainable, and well-tested code.
Maintain a DevOps mindset, promoting cloud-oriented solutions while implementing and supporting monitoring, alerting, CI/CD pipelines as well as the team’s Cloud infrastructure.
Handle any bugs escalated by support and product management teams.
Provide on-call support and participate in Root Cause Analysis to identify ways to improve reliability.
This position may require you to perform other related duties as required.
You own this if you have...
0-2 years professional experience preferred, in engineering or related fields Strong object-oriented design skills Proficiency in Java programming language
Knowledge of other programming languages (like Python, JavaScript, C#, Scala) is a plus
Knowledge of data structures and distributed systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of RESTful architecture and micro services
Knowledge of JSON and XML
Knowledge of Cloud technologies, proficiency with AWS a plus
Knowledge of React UI framework is a plus. Experience with databases.
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com .
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Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.
Washington: $88,500 - $162,500 Annually
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_15_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf
About Us
We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it.
Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.
CUSTOMER OBSESSEDWe strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs.
OWNERS AT HEARTWe treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence.
CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGINGWe approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation.
HERE TO WINWe’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day.
WE EXTEND OURSELVESWe treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community.
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