Lead Software Engineer (Java,Microservices Anchor)

About Williams-Sonoma

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Today, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is one of the United States' largest e-commerce retailers with some of the best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings. Our family of brands includes Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, GreenRow, and Mark and Graham. We currently operate retail stores globally, and our products are available through catalogs and online worldwide.

Williams-Sonoma has established a Technology Center in Pune, India to enhance its global operations. The India Technology Center serves as a critical hub for innovation and focuses on developing cutting-edge solutions in areas such as e-commerce, supply chain optimization, and customer experience management. By integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, data analytics, and machine learning, the center plays a crucial role in accelerating Williams-Sonoma's growth and maintaining its competitive edge in the global market.

Role Overview

The Java Lead will be responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade, scalable applications supporting Logistics and Warehouse Management Systems. This role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on development expertise, and close collaboration with cross-functional business and technology teams, including third-party vendors such as Manhattan Associates.

Impact of the Role

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade, scalable applications
• Support Logistics and Warehouse Management Systems through robust technology solutions
• Drive collaboration across cross-functional business and technology teams
• Enable integration with third-party vendors such as Manhattan Associates

Technology Platforms You Will Work On

• Java, JavaEE
• Spring Boot, Spring MVC/WebFlux
• Kafka
• RESTful web services, JPA
• SLF4J logging, application configuration management
• DB2, SQL Server, Oracle
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD tools and automated testing frameworks
• AppDynamics, Splunk, ELK, Grafana
• Jira
• Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan WMOS)
• Transportation Management Systems, Manhattan Slotting, Labor Management systems

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership with over 15 years of overall experience, including a minimum of 3 years as a Java Lead
• Design, develop, and lead scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC/WebFlux, and Kafka
• Work extensively with relational databases including DB2, SQL Server, and Oracle
• Drive hands-on development using Java, JavaEE, RESTful web services, JPA, SLF4J logging, and application configuration management
• Define and enforce secure coding standards, unit testing practices, Git repository and branching strategies, and code quality standards using tools such as Sonar
• Lead deployments on containerized platforms including Kubernetes
• Implement and support CI/CD pipelines with automated testing and continuous integration tools
• Monitor applications using tools such as AppDynamics, Splunk, ELK, and Grafana, including alert and notification setup
• Work in Agile development environments using Jira for sprint planning, estimation, and delivery tracking
• Lead integrations with Warehouse Management Systems and Distribution Centers, including Manhattan WMOS
• Support integrations with Transportation Management Systems, Manhattan Slotting, and Labor Management systems
• Collaborate closely with Manhattan Associates to design and develop new logistics capabilities
• Troubleshoot, triage, and identify root causes of production incidents
• Apply situational leadership to guide teams, drive execution, and deliver measurable business value
• Translate business requirements into clear technical and functional specifications
• Facilitate productive discussions across diverse stakeholder groups and drive alignment
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement
• Communicate effectively with both business and technical teams through strong verbal and written skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Extensive hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Kafka
• Strong knowledge of logistics, warehouse management, and third-party integrations
• Experience working with integration platforms and enterprise web services
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align technology solutions to revenue and operational goals

Why Join Williams-Sonoma

• Opportunity to be part of the India Technology Center driving global innovation
• Work on cutting-edge solutions in e-commerce, supply chain optimization, and customer experience management
• Contribute to the growth and competitive edge of a global, industry-leading organization