Role Specific Information
Job Description
About the Role
As Associate Software Engineer, you will collaborate closely with design, product and engineering experts to tackle real-world challenges and deliver innovative solutions that elevate Kohl’s retail offerings.
What You’ll Do
Develop high-quality applications that are robust, observable and measurable using extreme programming (XP) practices and a user-centric approach
Participate in the entire application lifecycle in collaboration with designers, product managers and other engineers on the product team
Participate in major team ceremonies and contribute to the development of high-quality applications using XP (extreme programming) that are secure, easy to operate, difficult to break, and highly observable with measurable results
Learn product engineering and software standards
Demonstrate a passion for learning and experimenting with new technologies
Additional tasks may be assigned
Addendum
ASSOCIATE BACKEND SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Experience in Java and JEE development with exposure to Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Batch or Spring Security
Knowledge of build management tools such as Gradle or Maven
Demonstrated understanding of source control systems such as GIT
Familiarity with SQL or NoSQL database usage
Knowledge of full SDLC techniques, including requirements gathering, planning, estimation, development, testing, and deployment
ASSOCIATE BIG DATA SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Knowledge of build management tools such as Jenkins or Maven
Demonstrated understanding of source control systems such as GIT
Database Design experience including either SQL, PL/SQL
Implementing ETL process with Big Data Technologies
Required: Spark, Python, Scala and Airflow
Preferred: MapReduce, Pig, Hive, Kafka, Sqoop and Flume
Experience in designing and creating automation workflows and execution
ASSOCIATE UI SOFTWARE ENGINEER
A passion for user experience and design
Proficient in NodeJS and ECMAScript standards
Understanding of CSS patterns and HTML
Understanding of responsive design
ASSOCIATE SOFTWARE ENGINEER (ANDROID)
Knowledge of Java and Kotlin for Android
Experience with making REST calls over the network
Collaborate with iOS, Android, and Server engineers to ship features
Experience with JavaScript, either in a browser or server-side environment such as NodeJS, React
ASSOCIATE SOFTWARE ENGINEER (iOS)
Experience building UI/UX with the use of Storyboards and Nibs/Xibs
Experience with making REST calls over the network
Comfortable working with Xcode, Interface Builder, Objective-C/C++ and Swift.
Collaborate with iOS, Android, and Server engineers to ship features
Experience with JavaScript, either in a browser or server-side environment such as NodeJS, React
ASSOCIATE SaaS SOFTWARE ENGINEER
- Experience with integration platforms or frameworks
- Experience integrating with SaaS systems
- Experience developing integration frameworks
ASSOCIATE APP MODERNIZATION SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Proven experience in Spring Boot, Kotlin, and Java
Experience in frontend development and frameworks ReactJS, NextJS
Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker
Knowledge of in MS SQL Server and PostgreSQL
Knowledge of Android, React, or .NET
What Skills You Have
Required
Knowledge of application design patterns, event-driven architecture, database schemas and testing strategies
Understanding and experience with continuous integration, continuous deployment and test-driven development
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in MIS, Computer Science or related field
Experience with large-scale application troubleshooting and performance tuning
Experience working with major cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
Essential Functions
The requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions. Kohl’s may revise this job description from time to time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.
Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” Section
Ability to comply with dress code requirements
Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation
Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company
Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
Ability to give direction and to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel
Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others
Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes
Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs
Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.
Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business units
Ability to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely manner
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