Engineer Senior, Java Development

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated Java engineer with 5+ years of experience in developing implementation applications and 7+ technology experience. As an Engineer SR, you will collaboratively identify, design, develop and deploy technology and process solutions to implement highly scalable reactive application platform solutions in Cloud based Linux environments. This role requires deep technical expertise, domain proficiency, platform depth. Typical activities include requirements analysis, technical development, and process. In addition to delivering new technology and enhancing/supporting existing systems, an effective engineer sr contributes relevant technical, functional, and process expertise, negotiates and drives alignment, and coaches and mentors less-experienced developers. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

As an engineer senior, you will…

• Setup, configured and maintain backend application globally.
• Experienced working on cloud environment. Azure experience is plus
• Designs, develops, implements, documents, and tests changes to an application subsystem. Codes, tests, debugs, documents, and implements complex software applications. Creates more complex prototypes and ensures deliverables are high quality and meet user expectations. Supports system and integration testing activities. Initiates design reviews for new applications and adheres to software development standards.
• Coaches, and mentors other team members. Performs cross-training and facilitates information sharing among team members.
• Experience and knowledge of docker, Kubernetes and messaging platforms like kafka, eventhubs, NATS.io.
• Helping CI/CD team during rolling out application and infrastructure globally.
• Collaborates with development team, other Information Technology (IT) teams’ developer leads. Initiates process improvements for new and existing systems.
• Experience with NoSql databases like Cassandra
• Develop and design scalable application on java sprint boot.

Basic Qualifications

Education(minimum education level, degree or certification necessary)

• 4-8 years of professional industry experience with software development
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to accurately break down complex application designs into component deliverables and estimate design and development timelines
• Proficiency in programming languages
• Knowledge of basic project management framework and methodology
• Ability to quickly learn new application systems and technologies
• Requires excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
• Requires Strong Systems Life Cycle methodology experience

Java Skills:

• Knowledge with is Scala would be plus.
• Experience in configuring, deploying applications in AWS or AZURE.
• Expertise in Java, J2EE application development.
• Experience in working with cloud implementation.
• Expertise in developing scalable applications, testing frameworks with java.
• Experience in using configuration management tools like GitHub.

General IT Skills:

• Proficient expert across multiple domains of the business application's data model with inherent understanding of business rules, API's available, technical options for system interaction, process flows, batch jobs, data flows and system configuration, system use, and system administration
• A good understanding of industry standards and best practices to be able to conduct code reviews
• Experience in Application support – Problem diagnosis and resolution
• Development of technical design specifications for complex projects
• Expert in interpretation of functional requirements
• Conduct code reviews with the team to improve compliance with established best practices and coding standards
• Expert in industry standard development methodologies
• Integrate application support efforts with concurrent, parallel application development efforts
• Provide technical expertise to Siebel support team
• Experience in middleware integration using tools like Web Methods
• Requires strong problem solving and analytic skills to translate business requirements into systems solutions.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock. What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender idenSavetity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 206-318-0660 or via email at [email protected].