BECOME PART OF THE CONVERSE TEAM

Converse is a place to explore potential, break barriers and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity andrewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Converse, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving world to make things better as a team.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

You will be part of the Digital Design & Merchandising, Product Creation, Planning, and Manufacturing Technology team at Converse. You will take direction and work primarily with the Product Creation team, supporting our FlexPLM solution. As a team, we regularly interact with Product Creation business stakeholders globally, as well as product and engineering peers to ensure we are aligning technology outcomes and solutions with prioritized initiatives.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an experienced FlexPLM Software Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our FlexPLM engineering team, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of FlexPLM solutions and capabilities, as well as data integration requirements, ensuring alignment with business needs and industry best practices.

• The role is for local candidates to our Boston, MA, or Beaverton, OR, Atlanta, GA office, with the expectation of monthly visits to our HQ for events or meetings
• Bachelor's Degree or higher Information technology, computer science or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
• 5 - 8 years of experience in software development, with a focus on PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and/or retail industry
• PTC FlexPLM Certification is a plus
• 5+ years of experience with FlexPLM. VibeIQ experience a plus
• PTC FlexPLM Certification is a plus
• Strong knowledge of Java, Spring, and Hibernate. Python experience a plus
• Experience with web services, RESTful APIs, and microservices architecture
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Strong understanding of database design and data modelling
• Experience with cloud-based platforms (AWS and Azure) and data integration tools, such as AWS Glue, S3, DynmoDB & Lambdas, or Azure Data Factory
• Experience with IT service management tools like ServiceNow, JIRA, etc.
• Experience with Jenkins and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes, as well as other CI/CD tools like GitLab CI/CD, CircleCI
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across different time zones
• Ability to lead and mentor junior team members

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

• Design and implement software solutions using FlexPLM and VibeIQ, ensuring alignment with business requirements and industry best practices
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and develop solutions that meet their needs
• Lead the development team in the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and meet performance requirements
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design documents, and technical notes
• Collaborate with QA team to develop and execute testing plans
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new technologies, and emerging standards
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Collaborate with DevOps team to ensure smooth deployment and operation of software solutions

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.