Software Engineer - Product Lifecycle Information Management

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

The opportunity is for a role in Design & Development space in the Global Product Technology team. The objective is to align strategic intent with in-store execution and compliance to the global merchandising strategies and brand stories. We support the pre-season/in-season suite of technology solutions while living our vision to be an experiential brand and enhance the guest experience by delivering the right product, at the right place and time.

We are responsible for ensuring the success of the team and proactively identify the most high-value deliverables and focus on shipping quality software solutions and other deliverables. By partnering closely with the business partners, project leads, and technical teams we help deliver project scope and ensure stakeholder expectations are met.

At all levels, we demonstrate leadership by supporting the growth and development of the team as a whole and individually. At the core of our product is innovation. Planning functions are critical in understanding our guest, market, demand, and driving decisions on product placement.

Our work aims to ensure end to end execution of our merchandising strategies to marry the right product to the right sizes of the boxes. Our work directly contributes to the success and growth of store planners, visual merchandising and retail teams.

core responsibilities

The ideal candidate performs the development of high-performing, well-tested, and thoughtfully architected software applications that satisfy our internal business needs & power guest experiences; Has proven experience in effectively applying scientific, mathematical, and social principles to design, build, & maintain technology products, devices, systems, and solutions that provide amazing customer experiences.

Select responsibilities include:

• Work closely with Senior Engineers to support and drive solution implementations.

• Uses programming languages, programming paradigms to create, test, and operate sustainable client-side or server-side software applications and services.
• Builds and extends applications in cloud, hybrid cloud and/or on – premise environments.
• Ensures applications are designed to be highly available, observable, and durable via software engineering best practices.
• Provide L3 support for troubleshooting & resolving Production issues & Prepare system for Peak performance scaling.
• Works with business and systems analysts to understand end-user requirements and translate those into pragmatic & effective technical solutions.
• Works closely with onsite and remote frontend, backend and operations engineers to ensure deliverables are well-documented, secure, and resilient.
• Applies DevOps practices- brings development and IT ops processes, people, and tools closer together to increase the speed, efficiency, and quality with which we deliver technical solutions. Designs for release configuration management.
• Collaborates with the engineering teams (distributed globally) to deliver on integration projects.
• Engages in ongoing quality and performance improvement to ensure reliability and security.

qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Data Integration, Data Engineering, or Backend Development.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

additional notes

Authorization to work in {Canada} is required for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $112,200 - $147,200 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

Hybrid

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

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