Job DescriptionReady to lead a major technology transformation At Best Buy were looking for an Associate Director of Engineering to guide multiple teams as we modernize our loyalty platform. Youll help shape systems that power rewards memberships and customer experiences millions rely onall while working in a collaborative agile environment that values innovation and inclusion.
Youll influence strategy mentor leaders and deliver scalable solutions that make a real impact. This is your chance to combine technical leadership with business partnership and help us build the future of customer loyalty.
This role is hybrid which means you will work some days at our corporate office in Richfield Minnesota and some days virtually from home or another non-Best Buy location. The specific work arrangements vary by role and team. The recruiter or hiring manager will provide more details during the hiring process.
What youll do- Lead and develop engineering teams building loyalty platform capabilities
- Partner with product and business leaders to set priorities and deliver outcomes
- Modernize legacy systems and design cloud-native microservices-based architectures
- Build a long-term technology roadmap aligned with business goals
- Mentor engineering leaders and foster a culture of innovation and inclusion
- Ensure high-quality delivery and operational excellence across teams
Basic Qualifications- 6 years of software engineering experience
- 2 years or experience with people leadership including being a manager of leaders
- Strong background in software architecture systems design and modern engineering practices
- Proven ability to break down large complex initiatives into achievable workstreams and deliver incremental value
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications- 9 years of professional experience
- Experience leading technology transformations and building scalable platforms
- Familiarity with loyalty systems e-commerce or large-scale transactional platforms
- Experience with cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) microservices APIs (GraphQL/REST) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
Whats in it for youWere committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it especially during key moments in your life.
Our benefits include:
- Competitive pay
- Generous employee discount
- Physical and mental well-being support
About usAs part of the Best Buy team youll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of lifein our stores online and in customers homes.
Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. Were committed to being a great place to work where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.
Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer.