Senior Software Engineer - Enterprise Search

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SUMMARY
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To deliver desired, sustainable business outcomes and assure the integrity and continuity of our systems. This position is responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of AutoZone's hardware, software and/or network systems. This includes teaching domain expertise, providing technical guidance and mentoring, supporting the customers, resolving problems, and training as required.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
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• Participate in any and potentially all roles of the systems development life cycle. Roles may vary by project and assignment.
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• This may include, but not limited to:
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  • Develop, plan and/or maintain software applications and/or systems; debug, design, code, test, write specifications, roll-out software, and production support.
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  • Technical services; software, hardware and network architecture design and maintenance; security operations.
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• Store engineering, coding based on design provided and roll-out implementation.
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• Accurate work planning and execution; accurate project and time tracking.
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• Responsible for the development of less experienced AutoZoners; mentor and teach.
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• Responsible for defining code specifications and how systems will be constructed.
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• Conduct code reviews.
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REQUIREMENTS
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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
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• Typically requires eight to fifteen years experience based on consistently demonstrated capabilities.
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• Knowledge of MS Office.
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• Expert proficiency with the AutoZone software, architecture and methodology.
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• Technical skills may include experience with one or more of: UNIX, Linux, Windows, Cobol, Java, MS SQL, C, C++, Informix, Greenplum, Hadoop, ATG, QT4, Oracle, PostgreSQL, DB2/SQL, JCL, CSP, CICS, TCP/IP, Networking and LAN administration.
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• Advanced problem solving, domain technical and analytical skills.
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• Advanced expertise in at least one technical area. Subject matter expertise in more than one functional area.
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• Teaching, coaching and mentoring.
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• Advanced system estimation, planning and execution skills.
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• Often provides technical supervision to others.
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Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Typically requires 7 to 10 years of software engineering experience, with strong hands-on experience building backend systems and search platforms.
• Strong experience with Elasticsearch, including indexing, mappings, analyzers, relevance tuning, query DSL, aggregations, and performance optimization.
• Strong Java development experience with hands-on expertise in Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, and enterprise application development.
• Experience building large-scale data indexing or data processing pipelines using Apache Spark, Google Cloud Dataproc, Dataflow, or similar technologies.
• Experience working with cloud platforms, preferably Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, API design, data modeling, observability, and production support best practices.
• Self-driven, highly accountable, and able to stay on top of priorities, risks, dependencies, and delivery commitments.
• A strong advocate for clean code, engineering excellence, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Claude Code or other agentic AI coding tools, with the ability to use them responsibly to improve development productivity, code quality, testing, and documentation.

About Autozone

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners' physical, mental and financial well-being.

All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):

• Competitive pay
• Unrivaled company culture
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
• Opportunities for career growth

Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:

• Paid time off
• Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Tuition reimbursement

Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Online Application:

An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.