Software Engineer IV

About the position

Ashley is a global leader in furniture manufacturing and retail, with a strong commitment to digital innovation. Our technology team drives digital transformation across our enterprise, developing cutting-edge solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. We're seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead frontend development initiatives using modern web technologies, particularly Svelte and TypeScript. This role will be instrumental in architecting and delivering high-performance web applications while mentoring team members and establishing technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop sophisticated frontend solutions using Svelte, TypeScript, and related modern web technologies
• Lead the technical direction of frontend development practices and establish coding standards
• Mentor and guide development teams while fostering a culture of engineering excellence
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to streamline deployment processes
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical requirements and solutions
• Drive technical decision-making for frontend architecture and technology selection
• Contribute to system design and architecture discussions across multiple teams
• Implement best practices for testing, performance optimization, and accessibility

Requirements

• 10+ years of software development experience
• 8+ years of experience with modern frontend frameworks (Svelte, React, or Vue)
• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and JavaScript
• Extensive experience with DevOps practices and tools (Git, Docker, k8s, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines)
• Proven track record of leading complex technical projects
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization and security best practices
• Excellence in technical communication and documentation

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Svelte and SvelteKit
• Knowledge of e-commerce platforms and solutions
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies
• Startup and business value driven mindset
• History of contributing to open-source projects
• Experience with real-time applications and WebSocket implementations

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development opportunities
• Latest tools and technologies
• Collaborative and innovative culture
• Opportunity to impact millions of customers globally