Description
We are looking for an experienced engineering leader to guide the evolution of a global logistics technology environment in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role combines hands-on technical direction with organizational leadership, overseeing distributed teams as they modernize core platforms and deliver scalable solutions for international operations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in Java-based architecture, cloud platforms, and cross-functional collaboration, with the ability to balance long-term platform transformation alongside dependable day-to-day execution.
Responsibilities:
Direct the redesign and redevelopment of a global logistics and e-commerce platform, replacing legacy architecture with a modern Java 24 and Spring Boot microservices ecosystem built for scale and reliability.
Oversee the creation of a carrier integration platform that provides consistent APIs for shipping, tracking, rating, and label generation across a broad international partner network.
Guide engineering decisions around modular system design, data architecture, performance optimization, and resilient service delivery to support continued business growth.
Lead and develop a geographically distributed engineering organization spanning front-end, back-end, quality assurance, DevOps, and people leadership functions.
Partner with product, architecture, commercial, and operations stakeholders to ensure technical priorities align with customer needs and business objectives.
Establish the engineering roadmap and drive execution against strategic goals while maintaining stability across existing production systems.
Promote high standards for software delivery by strengthening practices in code quality, testing, documentation, deployment, and operational excellence.
Evaluate and introduce AI-enabled development approaches where they can improve productivity, software quality, and team effectiveness throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Requirements
10+ years of experience in software engineering, including significant time spent leading engineering teams and technical initiatives.
Strong background in Java and Spring-based application development within large-scale commercial or enterprise environments.
Proven experience designing cloud-native systems, preferably on AWS, using microservices, containers, and modern integration patterns.
Demonstrated success managing distributed or multinational engineering teams across multiple regions and time zones.
Ability to work effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional partners to translate business priorities into technical plans.
Familiarity with front-end technologies such as React and an understanding of how full-stack systems are delivered at scale.
Experience with platform, API, and data architecture in environments that require high availability, performance, and operational resilience.
Willingness to complete a Java coding assessment as part of the interview process.
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- Dice Id: rhalfint
- Position Id: 04820-0013444159
- Posted 2 days ago
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