Sr. Systems Engineer - Enterprise Search

Job Description

SUMMARY

Join Our Elite Engineering Team and Help Build the Future of Retail Search Technology

AutoZone is undergoing a massive digital transformation, and we need brilliant minds to help us revolutionize our Enterprise Search platform in Stores and Online!

Why This Role Matters

You'll join a small, nimble team of exceptional engineers working on mission-critical software that powers our entire retail operation. Think about it : "If you can't find it, you can't sell it." Your code will directly impact our customer experience, across our 7,000+ stores nationwide and / or Online, influencing millions of transactions daily.

The Technical Adventure Awaits

You'll be helping to build cloud-native solutions on GCP that scale massively across our enterprise. This isn't just any software project - this is the technological backbone of a Fortune 500 company's digital transformation.

Responsibilities

Design and develop cloud-based search solutions that power both our digital channels and in-store systems

Create robust, high-performance microservices that can withstand enterprise-level traffic

Collaborate with a tight-knit team of elite developers through peer design and code reviews

Troubleshoot complex problems with minimal supervision

Mentor less experienced team members while continuously growing your own skills

Work directly with product owners to understand their needs and to shape the future of our technology stack

Operate in an Agile environment focused on incremental, high-impact delivery

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Team

Are you an Enterprise-level Developer?

Enterprise mindset with a startup-like passion for innovation

Outstanding problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking - you thrive on complex technical challenges

Quality obsession - you write code that's robust, testable via automation, and maintainable

8-15 years of hands-on software development experience, including :

5+ years of Java

2+ years of Spring framework, Spring Boot

3+ years of Python

3+ years of Cloud Development in GCP (preferred) or other Cloud environments

Experience with modern SCM tools like Git and CI / CD pipelines

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Self-driven attitude with the ability to adapt quickly to new technologies

Wait, isn't Search experience required?! No, we'll teach that to you if need be. We need great developers who write great code!

Bonus Points

Experience with search technologies like Solr (preferred) or Elasticsearch

Retail industry or Supply Chain System experience

Unix Shell Scripting

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. ?

Job Identification 7107

Job Schedule Full time

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