Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn teen, pottery barn kids, Rejuvenation, Mark & Graham, west elm, or Outward. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.

About the Team
The Williams-Sonoma ECommerce Engineering organization is seeking an energetic and talented Staff Software Engineer to help deliver high value, high quality features to our industry leading eCommerce sites.  At Williams-Sonoma we build 15 of the retail industry’s leading websites comprised of eight inspirational marketing concepts in the U.S.A and Canada - Williams-Sonoma, west elm, Mark and Graham, Green Row, Rejuvenation and the Pottery Barn family. Engineers working at WSI get to work across the entire functional domain. 
 

About the Role
The Staff Software Engineer, Front End in the Ecommerce organization will focus on front-end user experiences on our brand eCommerce websites.  This role will work to extend our beautiful front-end user experiences all the way through to enterprise services and other server-side features.  You will work closely with multiple Scrum teams building platform capabilities, features and automated tests of those features.   You will also collaborate with other Engineers, Architects, Engineering Managers and Product Managers to define the design and delivery approach for impactful strategic programs. 

 

Responsibilities  Work with Architecture to craft technical designs and drive the evolution of our site architecture Work in tandem with multiple groups to strategize and prioritize next generation product initiatives, develop processes and solutions, and drive projects to completion Develop strong working relationships across levels and functions Facilitate problem diagnosis and resolution in relevant areas Drive change, including programs that improve developer productivity and reduce time to market Assist Product Managers in designing and defining new features Write code that is of high quality and consistent with our coding standards Write automated tests of new features to ensure they are of very high quality Review the work of other engineers in a collegial fashion to ensure the work product is of high quality and consistent with our standards Participate in, and potentially lead, Communities-of-Practice in those technologies in which you have an interest Participate in continuous education programs to grow your skills both technically and in the Williams-Sonoma business domain Serve as a member of a Scrum team and participate in all planning, stand-up and retrospective meetings Lead multiple projects with material technical risk teams and processes; may serve as a functional lead or technical owner Criteria 10+ years of experience as a professional software engineer Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience  Experience with frontend development tools and libraries (e.g. Vue.js, Jest, eslint, prettier, Webpack) Experience working with sophisticated application state (e.g. Vuex, Redux or similar) Experience implementing complex UI with CSS, responsive web design, animation, orchestration and responsiveness Experience building pixel-perfect, robust, performant and accessible user interfaces on the web Experience with frontend performance improvement tools and techniques Enthusiasm for constant improvement as a Software Engineer and understanding of software development best practices Ability to review and critique proposed designs and offer thoughtful feedback in a collegial fashion Skilled in writing and presenting – able to craft needed messages so they are clearly expressed and easily understood Ability to work independently on complex problems of diverse complexity and scope Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including Senior Leadership  This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco, CA or Rocklin, CA office Monday through Thursday and Friday as optional in the office

 

Our Culture & Values 

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. Our associates are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, so they can be their best and achieve their personal and professional goals.   We make inclusivity a cornerstone of our culture by welcoming associates with diverse cultures and backgrounds and celebrating them, together.  We nurture an open, inclusive environment for all. Our differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored, and appreciated. Together, we’re creating a more just and inclusive company culture where the only criteria for advancement are: 

The quality of our work The contributions we make to our teams and the business Our ability to lead and connect

 

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Outside of WSI, we recognize the importance of playing a part in our communities through partnerships, collaborations, and commitments to a more just and inclusive world.

 

People First 

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

 

Benefits

A generous discount on all WSI brands A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits Tax-free commuter benefits A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

 

Continued Learning

In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities  Resources for self-development Advisor (Mentor) program Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series 

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $155,000 - $185,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

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