Petco
Sr. Manager, Software Engineering (Mobile)
Petco, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Sr. Manager, Software Engineering (Mobile)
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Core Values We love all pets like our own We’re the future of the pet industry We’re here to improve lives We drive outstanding results together We’re welcome as we are
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Digital Commerce/Mobile) to lead and scale our mobile engineering team responsible for delivering high-performance, customer-focused e-commerce applications on iOS and Android platforms.
Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and grow a team of iOS and Android engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous learning. Set clear goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide technical guidance and career development support.
Technical Strategy & Execution Collaborate with Product Management, Design, and QA to define the mobile roadmap aligned with business goals. Own the technical vision for the mobile app, ensuring scalability, performance, reliability, and security. Review architecture and code to ensure high standards and maintainability. Drive the adoption of best practices in mobile development, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
Project Management Plan, track, and deliver key mobile initiatives on time and within budget. Manage priorities, delegate tasks, and remove blockers in a fast-paced, agile environment.
Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with backend, DevOps, product, marketing, and customer support teams to ensure a seamless user experience. Champion customer-centric engineering decisions based on data, feedback, and market trends.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Stay current with mobile technologies and trends; evaluate and adopt tools and frameworks that improve developer productivity and user experience. Drive A/B testing, analytics, and performance monitoring strategies to optimize app performance and customer engagement.
Required Qualifications 12+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role. Proven experience managing mobile teams delivering high-traffic consumer-facing apps (e-commerce experience preferred). Strong understanding of native iOS and Android development (Swift, Kotlin, Java), as well as cross-platform solutions (e.g., Flutter or React Native) is a plus. Deep knowledge of mobile app architecture, API integration, mobile security, and app store deployment. Experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, and modern software delivery practices. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications Experience in scaling mobile apps to millions of users. Familiarity with personalization, in-app analytics, A/B testing tools (e.g., Firebase, Adobe Analytics, Adobe target). Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and backend e-commerce systems (IBM WCS, Hybris, custom solutions). Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Salary Range $142,100.00 - $213,100.00
Benefits Petco offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and a range of financial and wellness benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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Core Values We love all pets like our own We’re the future of the pet industry We’re here to improve lives We drive outstanding results together We’re welcome as we are
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Digital Commerce/Mobile) to lead and scale our mobile engineering team responsible for delivering high-performance, customer-focused e-commerce applications on iOS and Android platforms.
Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and grow a team of iOS and Android engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous learning. Set clear goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide technical guidance and career development support.
Technical Strategy & Execution Collaborate with Product Management, Design, and QA to define the mobile roadmap aligned with business goals. Own the technical vision for the mobile app, ensuring scalability, performance, reliability, and security. Review architecture and code to ensure high standards and maintainability. Drive the adoption of best practices in mobile development, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
Project Management Plan, track, and deliver key mobile initiatives on time and within budget. Manage priorities, delegate tasks, and remove blockers in a fast-paced, agile environment.
Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with backend, DevOps, product, marketing, and customer support teams to ensure a seamless user experience. Champion customer-centric engineering decisions based on data, feedback, and market trends.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Stay current with mobile technologies and trends; evaluate and adopt tools and frameworks that improve developer productivity and user experience. Drive A/B testing, analytics, and performance monitoring strategies to optimize app performance and customer engagement.
Required Qualifications 12+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role. Proven experience managing mobile teams delivering high-traffic consumer-facing apps (e-commerce experience preferred). Strong understanding of native iOS and Android development (Swift, Kotlin, Java), as well as cross-platform solutions (e.g., Flutter or React Native) is a plus. Deep knowledge of mobile app architecture, API integration, mobile security, and app store deployment. Experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, and modern software delivery practices. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications Experience in scaling mobile apps to millions of users. Familiarity with personalization, in-app analytics, A/B testing tools (e.g., Firebase, Adobe Analytics, Adobe target). Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and backend e-commerce systems (IBM WCS, Hybris, custom solutions). Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Salary Range $142,100.00 - $213,100.00
Benefits Petco offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and a range of financial and wellness benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
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