Full Stack Software Engineer, Wayfair

Global Supplier Tech

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React

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

TypeScript

Redux

GCP

JavaScript

Java

Kafka

Azure

Spark

Datadog

Senior and Expert level

Toronto

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A global online homeware marketplace

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A global online homeware marketplace

1001+ employees

B2CRetailLifestyleMarketplaceInterior designFurnitureHome improvementeCommerce

Be an early applicant

Salary not provided

React

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

TypeScript

Redux

GCP

JavaScript

Java

Kafka

Azure

Spark

Datadog

Senior and Expert level

Toronto

More information about location

1001+ employees

B2CRetailLifestyleMarketplaceInterior designFurnitureHome improvementeCommerce

Company mission

To help everyone, anywhere create their feeling of home.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

We seek a passionate, innovative Full Stack Engineer who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and is eager to shape a high-impact product.
Experience with large-scale ad tech systems (real-time bidding, programmatic advertising, ad serving, etc.)
Strong Full Stack development skills, with expertise in distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and performance optimization
A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to break down complex problems into scalable solution and to convert the product requirements into a technical solution
5+ years of experience in Full Stack software engineering using object oriented language and preferably Java, JavaScript/TypeScript
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working with relational and non-relational databases
Experience working with event-driven architectures, DDD, and TDD
Mastery of some flavor of modern frontend frameworks and technologies like React, Redux, etc
Experience in Big Data technologies like Apache Kafka/Apache spark/Nosql databases
Preferred experience in the CI/CD tools/platforms like Buildkite/Docker/Kubernetes
Experience with Cloud Native architecture platforms like Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure
Experience in system monitoring using tools like DataDog etc

What the job involves

As a Software Engineer III, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing enterprise-scale advertising technology that powers premium brand experiences across Wayfair’s platform.
Solve complex engineering challenges related to ad serving, commercial break structures, and performance optimization at scale
Collaborate across teams to integrate new advertising formats, working closely with platform engineering, data science, and product management teams
Drive innovation by introducing best practices, fostering a strong engineering culture, and leading experimentation efforts for new ad products
Ensure high performance and reliability in ad delivery through efficient system design, data-driven optimizations, and industry-leading standards

Our take

Wayfair emerged in the early era of eCommerce with a mission to revolutionize online shopping, offering customers a convenient platform to purchase goods. Today, it stands as one of the foremost global players in the online furniture delivery industry, boasting an impressive inventory of over 33 million products.

Renowned for its extensive product range and comprehensive service offerings, Wayfair distinguishes itself by providing an end-to-end customer experience, from browsing to doorstep delivery. Despite its prominence, the company faces profitability challenges attributed largely to expansion expenses. Nonetheless, its solid presence in the competitive online homeware sector solidifies its position as a key contender.

With ambitious global expansion plans, Wayfair remains committed to maintaining its leadership in the industry. As it aspires to become the ultimate destination for all home needs, its more recent ventures into physical retail represent significant strides toward this overarching goal.

Kirsty

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

-14% employee growth in 12 months

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Company

Company HQ

Prudential / St. Botolph, Boston, MA

Leadership

Niraj Shah

(Co-Founder & CEO)

Studied Engineering at Cornell University before co-founding Spinners, a Boston-based IT services company. Previously acted as Entrepreneur in Residence for Greylock and has served as CEO of Wayfair since co-founding the company in 2002.

Steven Conine

(Co-Founder)

Co-founded Spinners before working for Operations at iXL. Conine also co-founded Pillar VC in 2016.

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