Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people!

If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets, people and our planet.

• We love all pets like our own
• We’re the future of the pet industry
• We’re here to improve lives
• We drive outstanding results together
• We’re welcome as we are

Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We’re focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what’s good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.

Technical

• Provide technical guidance and foster a collaborative and innovative environment.

• Drive the technical vision and strategy, ensure alignment with business goals.

System Architecture:

• Contribute significantly to the design and evolution of the overall system architecture.

• Ensure that software solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with best practices.

Coding and Development:

• Participate actively in coding and development activities, setting high standards for code quality, efficiency, and innovation.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement robust software solutions.

Code Review and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.

• Oversee testing strategies to identify and address software defects.

Project Leadership:

• Take ownership of projects, managing end-to-end development processes, timelines, and resources.

• Collaborate closely with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

Documentation:

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation related to software design, architecture, and development.

• Provide documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster a collaborative team culture, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing.

• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and management on project status, technical decisions, and challenges.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

• Lead initiatives for continuous learning within the team and contribute to the enhancement of development processes.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 8+ years of proven experience as a software engineer or in a similar leadership role. Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python). Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Effective communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Django). Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Previous experience in developing and maintaining scalable and distributed systems. Proven experience in mentoring junior software developers

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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