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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager, Store Systems Engineering - **Company:** Dollar Tree, Inc. - **Location:** Chesapeake, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $138,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Android Software Development, Apple IOS, Systems Engineering, BIOS, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Event Logging, VMware Servers, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows PowerShell, Remote Desktop Services, Systems Architecture, TCP/IP, VMware VSphere, Scripting, Load Balancing, Extensible Firmware Interface, Firewalls (Computer Science), Casper Suite - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/7CE5F20F195B48559CC8E416704BFF05/job/ ## About the Role * Strong leadership and team management experience * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Ability to prioritize and execute in a fast-paced, large-scale environment * Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-moving environment, meeting deadlines. * Bachelor's degree, or equivalent level of demonstrated skills and experience. * 5+ years engineering/administration experience with Windows endpoints in both Active Directory and workgroup environments. * Expert-level Active Directory/Group Policy experience. * Expert-level Windows workstation OS knowledge (32/64-bit, registry, event logs, boot options, certificates, UEFI/BIOS). * Expert-level proficiency with scripting in PowerShell and similar tools. * Experience creating and maintaining endpoint OS images. * Experience remotely managing endpoints. * Strong networking understanding (TCP/IP, WAN, proxy/firewall, DNS, DHCP, load balancing). * Demonstrated experience using self-learning to solve problems and complete tasks. * Creative problem-solving and analytical abilities; ability to troubleshoot complex issues. * Self-motivated and directed with attention to detail. * Good project management skills. * Experience mentoring peers. Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise * Experience with POS/retail environments, or other up-time critical production environments. * Experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration. * Experience with Microsoft Remote Desktop Services. * Experience with Endpoint Management Tools. * Experience working with VMware servers in vSphere. * Experience with F5 load balancers. * Experience with IOS, Android mobile Operating Systems * Experience with MDM solutions, JAMF, SOTI and others ## Description The Store Systems Engineering Lead oversees a team responsible for the architecture, delivery, and support of large-scale retail store systems, including POS platforms and endpoint environments supporting 9000+ locations and 70,000+ devices. This role is accountable for both technical direction and team performance, ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure store operations. Primary Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development * Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Store Systems Engineers supporting POS and endpoint environments * Establish team priorities, manage workload, and ensure effective execution of engineering and operational tasks * Provide coaching, performance management, and career development for team members * Promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement Technical Strategy & Architecture * Own the design and evolution of store systems architecture across POS, endpoint management, and supporting infrastructure * Define standards for system configuration, OS imaging, automation, and endpoint management * Guide the team in implementing scalable, resilient solutions across distributed retail environments * Review and approve technical designs and major changes ## Related Videos - [10M Data Records Lost, Underwater Computing, and Psychedelic Fish - Matthias Geniar](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1908-10m-data-records-lost-underwater-computing-and-psychedelic-fish-matthias-geniar) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Xcode development redefAIned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100195-xcode-development-redefained) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [How to Submit CFPs and Get into Public Speaking - Moran Weber](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2112-how-to-submit-cfps-and-get-into-public-speaking-moran-weber) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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