Experienced Technical Leader for Wayfair Remote Career Opportunities - Cloud-Based Payment Platform Development and Management

Introduction to Wayfair and Our Mission Wayfair is a leading e-commerce company dedicated to providing an exceptional shopping experience for our customers. With a mission to make shopping for the home effortless and fun, we are constantly innovating and expanding our platform to meet the evolving needs of our customers. As we continue to grow and process approximately $12 billion in net revenue by 2022, we recognize the importance of having a world-class global platform that creates a seamless transaction experience for our customers and suppliers while managing each transaction's risk and total cost of payment. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Technical Leader to own the technical strategy and implementation of our global loyalty, payments, financing, and fraud platform across all our retail brands, including Wayfair, Perigold, Allmodern, Joss & Main, and Birch Lane. As a key member of our team, you will empower a cross-functional team across engineering, product management, design, and analytics to develop and manage multi-annual technological strategies for Wayfair's payment platform. Your expertise will be crucial in architecting and evaluating code to enforce quality, scalability, and reliability, ensuring our platform is efficient, stable, and secure. Key Responsibilities Serve as the technical front design lead for a critical domain, creating a platform with multiple systems inside and outside Wayfair Play a key role in the development and management of multi-annual technological strategies for Wayfair's payment platform and ecosystem Architect and evaluate code to enforce quality, scalability, and reliability, ensuring our platform is efficient, stable, and secure Technically debate on the platform and help create stable, documented, and concrete solutions Control the architecture of the platform, ensuring a highly scalable and reliable system Focus on the team's willingness to test, monitor, deploy, document, and actively maintain our platform Identify technical risks and propose solutions to meet the technical vision of the department Influence and contribute to the department's strategy, supporting a culture of innovation and excellence Support and develop additional opportunities for education and growth, ensuring our team stays up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends Identify external cooperation and reliable experts on topics relevant to our platform, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve Essential Qualifications 3+ years of technical experience, with a mix of start-up and large company experience preferred Experience with payment platforms, domain expertise, especially with larger aggregations (credit cards, financing, BNPL) Technological experience in e-commerce or customer-facing platforms at a high-growth company is a plus Experience with software development in a high-growth environment, with a focus on scalability and reliability Experience with cloud-based technology, including architecture and creation of large-scale systems Excellent communication skills, with experience in managing research and influencing stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Experience with cloud-native technology (GCP, AWS, Azure) on a large scale Knowledge of distributed systems and data-based technology Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git) Strong understanding of security and compliance principles, with experience in implementing secure coding practices Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes) Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits At Wayfair, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Technical Leader, you will have the chance to work on complex and challenging projects, developing your skills and expertise in cloud-based payment platform development and management. You will also have access to training and development programs, ensuring you stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in the industry. Work Environment and Company Culture Our company culture is built on a foundation of innovation, excellence, and collaboration. We believe in empowering our employees to take ownership of their work, providing them with the autonomy to make decisions and drive results. Our work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, with a focus on teamwork and open communication. We also prioritize work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits to support our employees' well-being. Compensation, Perks, and Benefits We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including: Health care and insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families Retirement plans, including a 401(k) plan with company contributions Vacation and paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, and holidays Employee discounts on products sold on our platform Wellness programs, including fitness classes, challenges, and tests Educational assistance, including scholarships and training programs Career development opportunities, including training and development programs Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options and flexible hours Employee recognition programs, including rewards and recognition for outstanding performance Employee assistance programs (EAPs), including resources and counseling services for personal and employment issues Conclusion If you are a motivated and experienced Technical Leader looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. As a key member of our team, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on our global loyalty, payments, financing, and fraud platform, driving growth and innovation in the e-commerce industry. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Simple Application Process Ready to join us? The first step is easy. Click apply now, and we'll be in touch soon! Apply for this job