Manager, Stores Technology

About A&F Co.:

At ANSR, we operate A&F Co. Bengaluru, a hub of digital transformation delivering services exclusively to our client, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.). A&F Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

Now is your opportunity to join us and develop dynamic tech solutions to meet the needs of A&F Co.’s rapidly growing global business. For over 20 years now, companies cutting across size, industry and markets have relied on our expertise to successfully build global business and technology teams. We can help you land a rewarding career in this dynamic industry.

Here, you’ll be part of a team working on Digital Engineering & Architecture, Data & Analytics and Digital Operations to build inclusive experiences and outstanding products. Ready to usher in a digital revolution? Apply today.

Disclaimer: Candidates will initially be employed under ANSR and subsequently transitioned to A&F Co. Bengaluru.

Position Title: Manager, Stores Technology

Description:

Primary responsibility of this leader is to lead an engineering team in our Stores Technology space, primarily focused on stores omni-fulfillment and merchandising applications, integrations, and services. Work cross-functionally with stores, digital, and omni-channel teams to execute and deliver on key initiatives such as the RFID strategy and ERP modernization. This leader should have a proven track record of working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment on challenging projects. We expect this individual to have a strong balance of technical and business acumen to translate the business needs into technical solutions.

This manager of stores technology will partner closely with our many cross functional teams to deliver the best digital and store customer experience. This individual should bring a high level of industry and platform expertise to offer best practices and support new ways of working for our teams. Experience hiring, onboarding, and building high-performing teams.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Lead a team of 6-10 engineers
• Partner with stores, digital, and omni-channel teams to define objectives and priorities
• Build and execute new features and capabilities while advancing technical roadmap
• Coach, mentor and drive engineering advocacy and efficiency
• Drive a vision towards CI/CD and automation
• Support transition to full autonomous teams through development CI/CD pipelines and building test automation into the pipelines
• Support investigation and analysis of developer toolsets, development standards
• Support Customer Journey Evolution, sizing, defining the work and roadmap to deliver
• Monitor and measure the health of team, code base, and progress towards vision state
• Work with other engineering managers to share best practices and promote continuous improvement
• Assist during the budgeting and planning process

What Do You Need To Bring?

• 9-12 years of experience in the software engineering space: implementing software platforms/solutions, and extensive experience with services, integrations, and web applications
• Demonstrated expertise in Agile Methodology
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in CI/CD development
• Advocate for test driven development and automation
• Experience managing teams of 6-12 (mix of FTE and consulting)
• Experience with Global retail brands and knowledge of omnichannel concepts desired
• Passion for solving complex problems
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven track record of hiring, onboarding, and upskilling
• Experience with omni-channel fulfillment concepts and technology helpful
• Experience with core technologies such as Java, Spring, Kafka, Web Services, OCP, Azure is desired
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal, and active listening skills
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Attention to detail and flexibility in work assignments
• Ability to work in a team-orientated, collaborative, and cross-functional environment