Lead Engineer Fullfilment

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About Dr. Martens:

Dr. Martens is an iconic British brand founded in 1960 in Northamptonshire. Produced originally for workers looking for tough, durable boots, the brand was quickly adopted by diverse youth subcultures and associated musical movements. Dr. Martens has since transcended its working-class roots while still celebrating its proud heritage and, six decades later, "Docs" or "DM's" are worn by people around the world who use them as a symbol of empowerment and their own individual attitude. The Company listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange on 29 January 2021 (DOCS.L) and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index.

SO, WHAT'S THE STORY?

The Fulfilment team is part of the broader Direct To Consumer (DTC) team, which aligns with our corporate strategy of putting our customers and our direct relationships with our customers first. We strive to be a customer-centric division, using the latest technologies and innovations to serve our customers in a manner that is authentic with the brand values.

The Developer specializing in IBM Sterling will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining order management systems (OMS) within an agile delivery environment. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to implement solutions that meet business requirements and enhance fulfilment operations. The Developer will also ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of the IBM Sterling platform.

THE GIG:

As a Lead Engineer Fulfilment, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain OMS solutions using IBM Sterling.
• Collaborate with business analysts, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Implement customizations and integrations to enhance the functionality of the IBM Sterling platform.
• Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the IBM Sterling platform.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of the solutions developed.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for developed solutions.
• Continuously improve development processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART

Must-Have Skills:

• Proven experience as a Developer with expertise in IBM Sterling.
• Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS) technologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages and frameworks relevant to IBM Sterling (e.g., Java, XML, XSLT).
• Experience with integration technologies and APIs.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to create detailed technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in IBM Sterling and related technologies.
• Experience with programming languages such as Java, XML, and XSLT.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
• Knowledge of integration technologies and APIs.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).

Soft Skills:

• Communication:
  Clearly articulating technical concepts and solutions to stakeholders.
• Collaboration:
  Working effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Adaptability:
  Being flexible and open to changes in a dynamic, agile environment.
• Problem-solving:
  Approaching challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Attention to Detail:
  Ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in development and documentation.
• Time Management:
  Prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently to meet project deadlines.
• Empathy:
  Understanding user needs and perspectives to create user-friendly solutions.
• Continuous Learning:
  Staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Strategic Thinking:
  Aligning development efforts with organizational goals and objectives.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Marketing Technology, or related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist) are a plus.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in the retail industry, particularly within a global context.
• Proven track record of collaborating cross-functional technology teams in front-end development or customer experience projects.
• Experience in analyzing and mapping customer journeys, and familiarity with digital marketing tools.
• We live and breathe Rebellious Self Expression at Dr. Martens, and there are 3 core values at the heart of it. They never standalone but work together as a balancing act of rights and responsibilities to support how we work together at DMs.
  BE YOURSELF
  .
  ACT COURAGEOUSLY
  .
  SHOW YOU CARE
  .

At DM your technical capability will go hand in hand with the below:

• Great relationship management that delivers results through effective teamwork
• You'll be a proud custodian to our DM's culture, embodying what we stand for and encouraging others to do the same
• You'll help build a highly engaged team – ensuring a collaborative culture and providing guidance & support to other team members
• You will take ownership for your own development, proactively seeking out feedback to build self-awareness
• You will bring the outside-in; you'll share best practice across the team/business and encourage ideas sharing as well as collaborative problem solving
• You'll lead the way and role model on all things DE&I & wellbeing