GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Lead, IT Applications (Self-Checkout - POS) is responsible for leading the design,
implementation, and support of Self-Checkout (SCO) solutions within store systems. This role
partners with business and IT stakeholders to deliver scalable, reliable, and efficient checkout
experiences that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
The Lead provides both functional and technical expertise across SCO, POS, and payment
systems, ensuring successful execution from concept through deployment and ongoing support.
The base salary range for this role is $114,300 - $195,000. The base salary range is
dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant
education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of
the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and
location.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Lead architecture and design of Self Checkout (SCO) solutions, ensuring integration with
POS, payment systems, and store infrastructure
Act as the IT lead for the Self Checkout workstream across initiatives and programs
Partner with business stakeholders to define requirements, roadmap, and rollout strategy
for SCO capabilities
Translate functional requirements into technical solutions for moderate to highly complex
initiatives
Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, compliance, and operational
standards
Drive full development lifecycle including design validation, build, testing, and
deployment
Coordinate and support all testing phases (integration, UAT, performance, operational
readiness)
Lead pilot deployments, stabilization periods, and large-scale rollout execution across
store fleet
Ensure store readiness across hardware, software, networking, and operational procedures
Provide ongoing production support, including troubleshooting, incident management,
and root cause analysis
Identify and drive continuous improvements in SCO performance, customer experience,
and operational efficiency
Lead cross-functional coordination across IT, business, vendors, and store operations
teams
Develop and communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to leadership
Collaborate with hardware and software vendors to resolve issues and deliver
enhancements
Ensure delivery of implementation artifacts including training, job aids, and operational
documentation
COMPETENCIES:
People
Building Effective Teams
Developing Talent
Collaboration
Self
Leading by Example
Communicates Effectively
Ensures Accountability and Execution
Manages Conflict
Business
Business Acumen
Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
Organizational Agility
With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies:
Technical Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
Large-Scale Stores Deployment & Change Management
Retail Store Operations Expertise
Customer Experience Orientation
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
7-10 years of experience in retail systems or IT consulting with strong exposure to POS and
Self Checkout solutions
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent
experience)
Strong understanding of POS systems, Self Checkout workflows, and payment processing
(EMV, PIN pads, contactless)
Experience supporting large-scale store technology rollouts across multiple locations
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage complex system integrations across multiple platforms
Proven ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders
Experience working with third-party vendors in retail hardware/software ecosystems
Strong project leadership and execution skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Experience supporting large-scale store technology rollouts across multiple locations
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:
Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer.
Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person
meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc.
Consistent timeliness and regular attendance.
Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
This role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction,
meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this
role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work. #LI-Hybrid
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
N/A
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position.
It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.
Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.
Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or
promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part
of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse
workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination
based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or
developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical
conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital
or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic
characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual
orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
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- Dice Id: 10102130
- Position Id: 1a9c9c6bf8c483928337a65d45d6dd73
- Posted 13 days ago
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