Software Engineer (Logistics)

Quick Facts

• Develop and enhance functionality for the Costco HighJump logistics system
• Full-stack responsibilities across front-end architecture, backend services, and databases
• Focus on scalable, secure solutions with automated testing and monitoring

Description

Software Engineers develop enhancements to the Costco HighJump system, including Webwise Page Editor, Advantage Architect, and T-SQL. The role covers conceptual architecture, non-functional requirements, release planning support, front-end architecture, unit testing with TDD practices, CI/CD and DevSecOps automation, and performance monitoring using APM tools. Collaboration with HighJump architects and business solution teams supports operational and technical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Design conceptual system architecture and supporting technologies for new or enhanced functionality
• Support release planning with Product Owners and delivery teams
• Define and refine testing strategies through identified high-level requirements
• Define enablers/work items and non-functional requirements (performance, security, resiliency)
• Identify technical dependencies across product/application teams
• Develop, optimize, and automate implementations across databases, backend services, and front-end applications
• Build front-end architecture for user interface concepts
• Apply engineering best practices for quality, scalability, and fault-tolerant software
• Provide development strategy, solution recommendations, and estimates
• Participate in Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, retro, showcases/demos, stand-ups, backlog refinement)
• Create and execute unit tests; apply TDD to detect defects early
• Estimate, plan, manage implementation tasks, and report progress
• Build and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps automation for deployment and testing
• Use APM/monitoring tools (e.g., Dynatrace, Splunk) and browser waterfall/request analysis to identify bottlenecks
• Conduct peer code reviews and collaborate on specifications and release documentation
• Identify codebase deficiencies and opportunities to improve code quality; mentor junior engineers

Requirements

• 5+ years designing and developing with HighJump/Korber (Webwise Page Editor/Advantage Architect)
• 5+ years relational database development using SQL Server or Oracle
• 5+ years T-SQL
• 5+ years Spring Boot and REST API
• 5+ years deploying and maintaining Java applications in cloud (Azure preferred)
• HighJump/Korber installation, migration, and upgrade experience
• Ability to design and build scalable, high-performing solutions aligned with enterprise architecture guidelines
• Strong documentation skills for design and technical reference materials
• Ability to design and build applications using microservices architecture

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits (medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance)
• Health care reimbursement account
• Dependent care assistance plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• AD&D insurance and life insurance
• 401(k) and stock purchase plan for eligible employees