Sr. Engineer Merchandise Technology - Planning and Allocation

Overview

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.Come change the game with us. Apply today!

This role is 100% REMOTE

At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization)

We are seeking a Senior Engineer to design, build, and support solutions across global merchandising technology platforms. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality solutions, owning key application areas, and contributing to technical direction.

This role works across a dual legacy and modern environment, supporting existing systems while contributing to modernization, optimization, and platform evolution.

Responsibilities

Technology Delivery & Execution 

• Design, develop, and maintain applications and services supporting merchandising capabilities 

• Deliver enhancements, integrations, and defect resolution across platforms 

• Contribute to development and integration of AI/ML-driven features within applications and services 

• Utilize AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Copilot) to improve coding efficiency and quality 

• Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, and reliability requirements 

• Participate in system monitoring, support, and incident resolution 

Core Platforms & Capabilities 

• Own and support a set of applications or capabilities, which may include:  

• Planning (allocation, assortment, MFP) 

• Pricing, promotion, and markdown 

• Core merchandising and item/product systems 

• Inventory, replenishment, and size/pack optimization 

• Support and enhance legacy platforms while identifying opportunities for improvement and modernization  

Engineering Practices 

• Follow engineering best practices for coding, testing, and deployment 

• Demonstrate proficiency across multiple technologies and languages, adapting to different systems and platforms as needed 

• Contribute to code reviews and ensure adherence to standards 

• Build and maintain integrations using APIs, messaging, and data pipelines 

• Support CI/CD pipelines and automation efforts 

Execution & Collaboration 

• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver projects, enhancements, and fixes 

• Collaborate across onshore/offshore teams and time zones 

• Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning and retrospectives 

• Communicate technical solutions clearly to business and technical stakeholders 

Modernization & Improvement  

• Contribute to efforts to refactor, migrate, or replace legacy systems 

• Identify opportunities to improve system performance and maintainability 

• Help drive simplification and consolidation of technology platforms 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 

• 5–8 years of experience in application development and support 

• Experience with enterprise platforms and distributed systems 

• Strong experience with APIs, integration technologies, and databases 

• Experience working across legacy and modern environments 

• Familiarity with data-driven and AI-enabled solutions, with interest or experience in applying machine learning or intelligent automation in enterprise environments 

• Experience with cloud platforms, CI/CD, and DevOps tools 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Experience working in global, distributed teams 

At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do.  To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments.  To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $100,000 - $130,000. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

Foot Locker Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups

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