Lead Software Engineer Jobs in San Diego, CA

Want to help pets live their best lives?

We’re proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets and people.

• Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
• Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
• Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.

We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years — from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood — the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we’re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

Technical

• Provide technical guidance and foster a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Drive the technical vision and strategy, ensure alignment with business goals.

System Architecture:

• Contribute significantly to the design and evolution of the overall system architecture.
• Ensure that software solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with best practices.

Coding and Development:

• Participate actively in coding and development activities, setting high standards for code quality, efficiency, and innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement robust software solutions.

Code Review and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
• Oversee testing strategies to identify and address software defects.

Project Leadership:

• Take ownership of projects, managing end-to-end development processes, timelines, and resources.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

Documentation:

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation related to software design, architecture, and development.
• Provide documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster a collaborative team culture, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and management on project status, technical decisions, and challenges.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Lead initiatives for continuous learning within the team and contribute to the enhancement of development processes.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 8+ years of proven experience as a software engineer or in a similar leadership role. Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python). Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Effective communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Django). Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Previous experience in developing and maintaining scalable and distributed systems. Proven experience in mentoring junior software developers

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Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.

Salary Range: $137,100.00 - $227,000.00

Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.