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About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the worlds largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, were reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If youre looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then youll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. Were a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair - and world - for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. Thats why were proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Job Opportunities
We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead the Transport Planning & Routing domain within our Supply Chain and Retail Technology organization. In this high-impact role, you will oversee the reliable cost-effective movement of goods-from supplier intake to last-mile delivery. You will lead a team building the mission-critical systems that power Wayfairs global logistics ecosystem, offering a unique opportunity to stay hands-on while solving complex large-scale transport planning and scheduling challenges.
About the Role
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in cross-functional environments, can manage complex technical ecosystems, and is passionate about building something foundational and large scale that powers Wayfairs supply chain. You will lead and manage a team of 5-9 engineers responsible for building and scaling the platforms that power Supply Chain Systems at Wayfair. You will own the technical output of your team across design, development, testing, deployment, and monitoring. You will partner closely with Product Managers to define roadmaps, shape requirements, and ensure delivery against a clear mission and KPIs.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of 5-9 engineers responsible for building and scaling the platforms that power Supply Chain Systems at Wayfair.
- Own the technical output of your team across design, development, testing, deployment, and monitoring.
- Partner closely with Product Managers to define roadmaps, shape requirements, and ensure delivery against a clear mission and KPIs.
- Provide mentorship and coaching through 11s code reviews and career development support, fostering a culture of growth, inclusion, and technical excellence.
- Raise the bar on engineering best practices - driving improvements in reliability, scalability, and velocity.
- Collaborate across Supply Chain and Retail Technology and broader Wayfair Engineering to establish and leverage common APIs, services, and frameworks.
- Partner with senior leaders across Engineering, Product Design, Analytics, and Operations to build solutions that address complex customer and business needs.
- Engage your team in technical roadmap planning, ensuring long-term sustainability and innovation alongside near-term delivery.
Requirements
- 8 years of software engineering experience with 5 years in a technical leadership or people management role.
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven success leading teams that deliver scalable, distributed systems, services, or integrations in a complex business environment.
- Strong technical acumen with the ability to dive deep into architecture and design decisions while enabling your teams autonomy.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to align technical and business perspectives.
- Experience collaborating with Product Design, Analytics, and business stakeholders to define and deliver impactful solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and grow engineers at varying levels of experience.
- Bias toward action with a passion for iterating quickly, testing, and learning to achieve customer and business outcomes.
Why Youll Love Wayfair
- Time Off: Paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and additional time off for holidays and special events.
- Paid Holidays: Paid holidays for major holidays and observances.
- Paid Time Off PTO: Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
- Health & Wellness: Full health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and HSA.
- Life Insurance: Disability protection, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Global Wellbeing: Global wellbeing programs, including access to fitness classes, wellness workshops, and mental health support.
- Gym Discounts: Discounts on fitness classes, including US Peloton, Global ClassPass, and regional gym memberships.
- Mental Health Support: Global mental health support, including access to mental health professionals and resources.
- Caregiver Services: Caregiver services, including support for employees with caregiving responsibilities.
- Financial Growth & Security: 401(k) matching, employee matching program, and tuition reimbursement.
- Professional Development & Recognition: Opportunities for professional development, recognition, and growth within the company.