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# Staff Engineer - Production & Sourcing Systems

- **Company:** AEO Management Co.
- **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Database Design, SAS (Software), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, ReactJS, System Availability, Technical Debt, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Apache Kafka, Atlassian Bamboo, Microservices
- **Published:** May 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0891281362862d7b

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to mentor engineering teams. You will influence our architecture across SAS and on-premises systems., * Years of Experience: 5+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in a Staff/Principal or equivalent technical leadership role.

 * Retail Domain Expertise: Experience in the retail or related sector, with knowledge of supply chain, inventory allocation and basic warehouse operations.
 * Backend & Cloud: Mastery of modern backend languages (e.g., C# Core, React, java) and cloud platforms, preferably GCP.
 * Data & Event Streaming: Strong experience with event-driven architectures using technologies like Kafka to handle high-volume traffic.
 * Database Design: Proficiency with SQL databases, optimized for high availability and consistency.
 * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
 * A pragmatic mindset that balances perfect architectural design with business delivery speed.
 * Experience with Centric SAS solution or Bamboo Rose PLM

## Description

* Define the Architecture: Lead the design and implementation of highly scalable, resilient, and secure microservices and event-driven architectures.
 * Tech Stack Evolution: Evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., AI-driven development) and introduce them to the ecosystem sustainably.
 * Guard Technical Quality: Establish engineering standards and best practices leveraging the already existing AEO standards. Conduct architecture reviews to minimize technical debt and ensure robust, resilient systems.

Strategic Collaboration

 * Business Alignment: Partner closely with Product Management, Data Science, and business users to translate business needs and goals into technical roadmaps.

Mentorship & Culture

 * Team Elevation: Mentor senior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, psychological health, and technical excellence.
 * Influence Without Authority: Guide cross-functional teams toward shared technical visions and advocate for engineering initiatives., * Deep dive into the current tech stack and overall flows of the systems within production and sourcing, build relationships with cross-functional partners, and identify bottlenecks in the supply chain processing pipeline.


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