Lead Software Engineer - Backend/API

Your Impact
As a Lead Software Engineer - Backend Engineer working on the Search API, you will use your expertise to guide and support your team to develop and successfully implement complex software solutions. As a technical expert, you'll support your team throughout the software development process. Additionally, you'll personally develop and deliver code modules and stable application systems, contributing to integrated software solutions across a variety of computing environments.
Shape the future of Retail Tech
Our CEO is forward-thinking when it comes to tech, and with one of Forbes' Top 50 CIOs leading the charge, you can come to work knowing you'll have the data, tools, and support that few other companies can offer. And if the solution doesn't exist, we build it. You have the autonomy to create, and we trust your vision and abilities.
We've been around for over 100 years, so we're not going anywhere. You'll have the stability you need to focus on looking to the future and bringing your team there with you. We also know what it takes to build a winning culture - from collaborating with diverse and curious minds to approaching challenges with new perspectives. You'll be surrounded by peers who are visionaries in their areas - people who can collaborate with you to challenge you, help you grow, and inspire you.
Innovate in Charlotte
This position is based at our on-site Tech Hub in Charlotte, North Carolina. Lowe's Tech Hub is an ultramodern work environment, complete with cutting-edge technology, collaborative workspaces, an on-site barista and Zen Garden, and other perks to enhance your work experience.
Key Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional architecture and design initiatives by resolving complex business and technical problems, simplifying processes, optimizing performance, and removing bottlenecks across portfolios.
• Lead the design and development of scalable, flexible, and maintainable enterprise solutions leveraging Search API, Spring Boot, Java 17, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, Python, and Google Cloud while ensuring alignment with architectural standards.
• Own high-impact projects end-to-end, providing input on planning, estimates, and priorities, while advising and guiding Software Engineers on best practices and solution delivery.
• Mentor and coach team members across all phases of the software development lifecycle, sharing expertise in methodologies, policies, standards, and controls to elevate technical excellence.
• Support SIT and UAT for large-scale application initiatives, ensuring proper test coverage, clear communication of architecture changes, and resolution of escalated issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems (CIS), or related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree) or equivalent experience
• 7 years of experience in software development or related field
• 6 years of experience in any of the following: software engineering competencies frontend technologies (UI/UX), middleware (microservices and APIs), database technologies, DevOps
• 6 years of experience working on project(s) involving the implementation of solutions applying development lifecycles through iterative agile development

Preferred Skills/ Experience
*We encourage you to apply even if you do not have all the preferred skills or experience. *

• Master's degree in computer science, CIS, or related field or equivalent experience
• 6 years of experience writing technical documentation in a software environment, developing and implementing business systems within an organization, and working with source code control systems
• 6 years of experience working with an IT Infrastructure Library framework, defect or incident tracking software, web services, and application and integration middleware
• 6 years of experience in systems analysis, including defining technical requirements and performing high level design for complex solutions
• 6 years of experience working with three or more of the following: continuous integration/continuous deployment tools, frontend technologies (UI/UX), middleware, database technologies, DevOps
• 4 years of experience leading teams, with or without direct reports

Benefits

• 401k with up to 4.25% match
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount of strike price)
• Tuition-Free Education
• 10-Week Maternity/Parental Leave
• 10% Associate Discount

For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
About Lowe's
Lowe's is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.