Lead Engineer - Target India at Target

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

4 year degree or equivalent experience
7+ years of software development experience with at least one full cycle implementation
Demonstrates strong domain-specific knowledge regarding Target’s technology capabilities, and key competitors’ products and differentiating features
Demonstrates broad and deep expertise in multiple computer languages and frameworks (e.g., open source)
Designs, develops, and approves end-to-end functionality of a product line

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical anchor for the engineering team that supports a product
Create, own and are responsible for the application architecture that best serves the product in its functional and non-functional needs
Identify and drive architectural changes to accelerate feature development or improve the quality of service (or both)
Use technology acumen to apply and maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies within specialized area(s) of the technology domain
Evaluate new technologies and participate in decision-making, accounting for factors such as viability within Target’s technical environment, maintainability, and cost of ownership
Initiate and execute research and proof-of-concept activities for new technologies
Lead or set strategy for testing and debugging at the platform or enterprise level
In complex and unstructured situations, serve as an expert resource to create and improve standards and best practices to ensure high-performance, scalable, repeatable, and secure deliverables
Lead the design, lifecycle management, and total cost of ownership of services
Provide the team with thought leadership to promote re-use and develop consistent, scalable patterns
Participate in planning services that have enterprise impact
Provide suggestions for handling routine and moderately complex technical problems, escalating issues when appropriate
Gather information, data, and input from a wide variety of sources; identify additional resources when appropriate, engage with appropriate stakeholders, and conduct in-depth analysis of information
Develop plans and schedules, estimate resource requirements, and define milestones and deliverables
Monitor workflow and risks; play a leadership role in mitigating risks and removing obstacles
Lead and participate in complex construction, automation, and implementation activities, ensuring successful implementation with architectural and operational requirements met
Establish new standards and best practices to monitor, test, automate, and maintain IT components or systems
Serve as an expert resource in disaster recovery and disaster recovery planning
Stay current with Target’s technical capabilities, infrastructure, and technical environment
Develop fully attributed data models, including logical, physical, and canonical
Influence data standards, policies, and procedures
Install, configure, and/or tune data management solutions with minimal guidance
Monitor data management solution(s) and identify optimization opportunities

Skills

architecture

emerging technologies

proof-of-concept

testing

debugging

scalability

lifecycle management

cost of ownership

thought leadership

enterprise services

Target

Retailer offering diverse consumer goods

About Target

Target Corporation is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries, through nearly 2,000 stores and an online platform. Its "Design For All" philosophy allows it to provide high-quality, affordable products that cater to diverse customer needs. Target differentiates itself from competitors with its owned brands and the Target Circle loyalty program, which enhances customer engagement. The company's goal is to support sustainability and community initiatives by giving back 5% of its profits to local communities.

Minneapolis, MinnesotaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

N/ACompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Risks

Increased competition from online-only retailers like Amazon threatens Target's market share.

Rising labor costs due to new minimum wage laws could impact profit margins.

Supply chain vulnerabilities from geopolitical tensions may affect inventory and pricing strategies.

Differentiation

Target's 'Design For All' philosophy offers unique, high-quality products at affordable prices.

The Target Circle loyalty program enhances customer engagement and shopping experience.

Target's commitment to sustainability and community support sets it apart from competitors.

Upsides

Experiential retail and 'retailtainment' strategies can boost customer engagement and foot traffic.

Augmented reality integration offers immersive shopping experiences showcasing Target's unique designs.

Omnichannel retail strategies enhance customer experience by integrating online and offline shopping.

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