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Now Brewing – Application Developer Sr
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
As a Starbucks Application Developer Sr on the Office of the CTO team, you will . . .
contribute to Starbucks success by delivering and supporting technology solutions for OCTO and Starbucks Technology. The role owns the development, sustainment, and enhancement of reporting dashboards, Power Platform solutions, and operational tools that enable visibility into financials, delivery performance, portfolio health, KPIs, and leadership decision-making. The position ensures reliable data integrity across systems, adapts quickly to emerging technology needs, and supports secure, scalable solutions that keep OCTO-owned tools effective and sustainable.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting and Analytics to drive the progress of KPIs and goals of the leadership teams via data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI)
Configure data (both real time and auditable) to be leveraged by ST leaders for decision making
Power Platform and Agent Development to drive speed to market for the changing needs of our organization and integrate with enterprise solutions
Operational Support and Enhancement of OCTO owned tools (Stage Gates, Cost Op, SHOTs, APIT)
Skills Set
Strong experience with Power Apps and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
Experience with enterprise data tools (optional)
Ability to adapt quickly to changing technology landscape with GenAI
As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.
- If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role.
We believe we do our best work when we’re together, which is why we’re onsite four days a week.
Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances. Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1(888) 611-2258.
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Who's Hiring
- Cargill13

- Citi11

- Metropolitan Transportation Authority11

- Esri9

- Booz Allen Hamilton8

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software45
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Education13
- Banking & Financial Services12
- Food & Beverage10
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior application developer jobs.
- Five or more years of professional software development experience in enterprise or production environments
- Proficiency in one or more of Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript and associated frameworks
- Experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Strong understanding of software development life cycle, Agile, and DevOps practices
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Senior Application Developer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each stack
Senior application developer roles vary sharply by tech stack. Swap in the specific frameworks, languages, and platforms listed in each job description rather than keeping one generic resume. Hiring managers scan for exact tool names, not broad categories like 'back-end development.'
Quantify architectural decisions you owned
Recruiters at this level expect evidence of ownership, not just participation. Describe a system you designed, the scale it handled, and the measurable outcome, whether that is reduced latency, lower infrastructure cost, or improved deployment frequency.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior application developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by industry before applying broadly
Enterprise application development in healthcare carries HIPAA compliance expectations, while fintech roles often require familiarity with payment processing regulations. Targeting industries where you already have domain context makes your application immediately more relevant than a generalist candidate's.
Prepare a system design walkthrough in advance
Most senior-level interviews include a live system design round. Practice drawing out a distributed architecture under a time constraint, explaining trade-offs at each decision point. Interviewers want to see how you think, not just what you know.
Negotiate on total compensation, not base alone
Senior application developer offers often include equity, signing bonuses, and professional development stipends. Before your final conversation, research the full compensation structure for the role level and be ready to address each component separately rather than accepting or countering a single number.
Senior Application Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior application developers?
The companies hiring the most senior application developers right now include Cargill, Citi, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is particularly concentrated in enterprise software, financial services, and large healthcare systems.
How many senior application developer jobs are remote?
About 58% of senior application developer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting broad employer comfort with distributed engineering teams at this level. Remote availability is highest in cloud-focused and SaaS product roles, while on-site requirements are more common in regulated industries like defense contracting and certain healthcare systems.
How do you become a senior application developer?
You typically move into a senior application developer role by building several years of hands-on experience writing and maintaining production code, then taking on increasingly complex work like architecting systems, mentoring junior engineers, and owning major features end to end. Deepening expertise in one or two specializations, such as distributed systems or enterprise integration, and earning relevant certifications in cloud platforms accelerates the transition.
Can you get hired as a senior application developer without senior experience?
You can be considered for senior application developer roles without a previous senior title if you can demonstrate senior-level work. A strong portfolio showing systems you designed, complex problems you solved independently, and measurable outcomes carries more weight than a job title. Contributing to significant open-source projects or leading a high-impact initiative at a smaller company can substitute for years at a large organization.
What does the senior application developer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical phone interview testing coding fundamentals and problem-solving. Later rounds include a system design session where you architect a solution from scratch, a deep-dive into past projects, and a panel interview with the engineering team and sometimes a hiring manager or product lead. Some employers also assign a take-home coding exercise between rounds.
Where can I find and apply to senior application developer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior application developer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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