Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. 

Our digital solutions team is more than a traditional IT organization. We are a team of passionate, collaborative, agile, inventive, customer-centric, results-oriented problem solvers. We are intellectually curious, love advancements in technology and seek to adapt technologies to drive Staples forward. We anticipate the needs of our customers and business partners and deliver reliable, customer-centric technology services.

Join our Staples World Class Supply Chain Team and deliver essential products to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

Design and develop software solutions for Staples Supply Chain organization.Contribute to cloud enabled modern solutions by learning, POC and application.Follow development best practices such as daily code commits, unit testing, and peer code reviews.Use agile methodologies to plan and track your work.Participate in all phases of software development including concept, design, prototyping, and production.Work directly with non-technical associates to understand business requirements.Develop an understanding of the Supply Chain domain.

 What you bring to the table: 

The Java Software Engineer II supports and enhances complex applications and data objects from a detailed design where performance, efficiency, and reliability are critical to the entire system. there is greater involvement throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with increased emphasis in the design phase.   Writes code that meets specifications.  Develops software applications and tools.  Implements activities that generally impact discrete components / processes of the work of own unit / team / projects.

Qualifications - External

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications

BS in Computer Science or equivalent knowledge5-8 Years of experience in OpenStack application developmentStrong experience in Java, Spring boot applications and micro servicesWorking experience with docker containers and KubernetesStrong working experience with Azure cloud components like AKS, GKEWorking experience on MQ based integration.Working on third party tools integration

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications

Working experience in Supply Chain domain is a plus.Knowledge on event driven architecture 

We Offer: 

Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups and resources such as the Social Justice Resource Center. Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays), Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations -- through the power of the people behind our iconic brand.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.