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We want to give you more opportunities to learn and grow, so if you find a position you’re interested in below, we encourage you to apply!\nYour Impact\nWe are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to build and enhance Lowe's core Search Platform that powers enterprise search experiences across digital and store channels. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and operating scalable OpenSearch/Elasticsearch solutions, cloud-native services, and batch and near real-time data ingestion pipelines while driving platform performance, reliability, scalability, and modernization. The Search Platform team develops the foundational infrastructure supporting Search, Ranking, AI, and other downstream applications, enabling new business capabilities through resilient, high-performing search technologies.\nWork with a Winning Team\nAs part of a Fortune 50 company and retail leader, your work can change an entire industry. Our CEO is a forward-thinker when it comes to tech, and with one of Forbes Top 50 CIOs leading the charge, you can come to work knowing you’ll have access to the data, tools, and support that few other companies can offer. We also know what it takes to create an inclusive culture that supports you.\nOur teams are structured around the engineer, giving you the support you need to do your best work. Since we’ve been in business for over 100 years, we’ve built an excellent track record of growth and success. There’s peace of mind knowing you have the stability and resources you need to focus on solving tough challenges. And as you solve these challenges, know you’ll be surrounded by supportive associates with curious minds who listen to you, respect you, and recognize your hard work.\nWhat You Will Do\n1. Search Platform Engineering\nDesign, develop, and maintain scalable Search Platform capabilities using OpenSearch/Elasticsearch.\n\nBuild cloud-native services and APIs supporting Search Platform functionality.\n\nImprove platform scalability, reliability, search performance, and support modernization initiatives.\n\n2. Data Pipeline Engineering\nBuild and maintain scalable batch and near real-time data ingestion and ETL pipelines.\n\nIngest, transform, validate, and publish enterprise data for Search Platform consumers.\n\nOptimize indexing, document synchronization, and search data performance using Google Cloud Platform technologies.\n\n3. Platform Operations\nImplement monitoring, logging, alerting, automation, and CI/CD practices.\n\nTroubleshoot production issues to ensure platform stability, availability, and performance.\n\n4. Architecture & Technical Leadership\nParticipate in architecture, engineering design, and code reviews.\n\nMentor engineers and promote engineering best practices.\n\n5. Cross-Functional Collaboration\nCollaborate across Agile engineering, platform, and product teams to deliver scalable Search Platform solutions.\n\nPrimary Skills:\nExpertise in OpenSearch/Elasticsearch, including high-volume ingestion, indexing, document synchronization, and performance optimization.\n\nStrong Python programming skills. Java experience is a plus.\n\nExperience building batch and near real-time data ingestion and ETL pipelines.\n\nHands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform technologies, including Apache Beam, Dataflow, Dataproc, Pub/Sub, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Cloud Composer.\n\nExperience developing cloud-native applications, REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.\n\nExperience with CI/CD, Git, monitoring, logging, and production support.\n\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, collaboration, and communication skills.\n\n Minimum Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, computer information systems (CIS), or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable\n\n5 years of experience in software development or a related field\n\n4 years of experience in any of following competencies: frontend technologies (user interface/user experience), middleware (microservices and application programming interfaces), database technologies, or DevOps\n\n4 years of experience working on project(s) involving the implementation of solutions applying development life cycles (SDLC) through iterative agile development\n\nPreferred Skills/Education\nMaster’s degree in computer science, CIS, or related field\nExperience with AI/ML data pipelines and AI-enabled search platforms.\n\nExperience with Apache Spark and large-scale distributed computing.\n\nExperience optimizing OpenSearch/Elasticsearch clusters for scalability and resiliency.\n\nFamiliarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or similar).\n\nExperience with observability platforms such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Cloud Monitoring.\n\nExperience working in retail, e-commerce, or search domains.\n\nGoogle Cloud certifications are a plus.\n\nBenefits\n401k with up to 4.25% match\nDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount of strike price)\nTuition-Free Education\n10-week Maternity/Parental Leave\n10% Associate Discount\nFor information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits\nAbout Lowe’s\nLowe’s Companies, Inc. 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