CarMax Business Services LLC
8117 - Dallas Technology Hub - 5830 Granite Parkway, Plano, Texas, 75024
CarMax, the way your career should be! About this job
At CarMax, we are industry disruptors. At the heart of our innovation is new digital products. As part of the Solutions Delivery and Engineering team, our Principal Engineers research and discover new opportunities to ensure our products and services provide a seamless customer experience and have a strong foundation. You will iterate and evolve the cloud platform and applications used to manage the platform, developing tools and technologies, and learning quickly from our spirit of experimentation. You will impact network reliability and resilience by leveraging both legacy and cloud technologies. Through strong partnerships and influencing engineers, architects, and management, you will contribute to CarMax's strategy and help deliver an exceptional customer experience, enabling customers to buy vehicles in a way thats right for them. What you will do Essential Responsibilities
Support company-wide initiatives by working with Tech leadership to solve broad technological challenges and enable teams to deliver swiftly.
Collaborate with design, product management, and systems architecture teams to develop innovative solutions.
Influence organizational direction by contributing to the CarMax Strategic Plan with new ideas and continuous feedback.
Partner with leadership to evolve the platform and operations using solid engineering and agile practices.
Stay updated on industry trends and lead the organization in adopting new ideas, processes, and best practices.
Demonstrate high-level leadership skills, driving the overall vision of the organization.
Purpose of the role
As a Principal Engineer, you will be passionate about technology and continuous learning. You will be recognized as a master in your craft, working closely with leaders to drive strategic initiatives and solve complex problems. You will empower engineers to grow and learn new technologies, represent Tech within CarMax and industry forums, and share your knowledge through blogs, white papers, and conferences. You are a self-starter committed to excellence. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of experience in Network, Cloud Network, or software engineering, with multiple certifications preferred.
Specific Qualifications and Requirements
5+ years experience building infrastructure within a cloud platform (Azure preferred) and Akamai.
4+ years scripting or coding experience related to Network Automation.
4+ years experience in Routing, Switching, Firewall, and WiFi.
Deep technical expertise in infrastructure, deployment, private and public cloud, networking, virtualization, and access control.
Experience leading engineering efforts and process improvements across teams.
Experience implementing Azure networking for enterprise organizations and building hybrid environments.
Proven experience with cloud capabilities like virtual networking, automation, VMs, access management, and deployment automation.
Strong problem-solving skills and experience in complex cloud and legacy network environments.
Ability to influence and drive organizational change.
Ability to educate others in cloud and infrastructure concepts.
Attention to detail and expert problem diagnosis skills.
Passion for automation and eliminating manual processes.
Advanced wireless skills in large enterprise environments.
Work Location and Arrangement
This role is based in Richmond, VA or Dallas, TX with a hybrid work arrangement. Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis; sponsorship is not available for this role. About CarMax
CarMax revolutionized the auto industry with a transparent, high-integrity customer experience. As the nations largest used car retailer, we operate over 200 locations nationwide with a team of over 25,000 associates committed to growth and diversity. Recognized as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified candidates without discrimination. Upon request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodations to complete the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
CarMax, the way your career should be! About this job
At CarMax, we are industry disruptors. At the heart of our innovation is new digital products. As part of the Solutions Delivery and Engineering team, our Principal Engineers research and discover new opportunities to ensure our products and services provide a seamless customer experience and have a strong foundation. You will iterate and evolve the cloud platform and applications used to manage the platform, developing tools and technologies, and learning quickly from our spirit of experimentation. You will impact network reliability and resilience by leveraging both legacy and cloud technologies. Through strong partnerships and influencing engineers, architects, and management, you will contribute to CarMax's strategy and help deliver an exceptional customer experience, enabling customers to buy vehicles in a way thats right for them. What you will do Essential Responsibilities
Support company-wide initiatives by working with Tech leadership to solve broad technological challenges and enable teams to deliver swiftly.
Collaborate with design, product management, and systems architecture teams to develop innovative solutions.
Influence organizational direction by contributing to the CarMax Strategic Plan with new ideas and continuous feedback.
Partner with leadership to evolve the platform and operations using solid engineering and agile practices.
Stay updated on industry trends and lead the organization in adopting new ideas, processes, and best practices.
Demonstrate high-level leadership skills, driving the overall vision of the organization.
Purpose of the role
As a Principal Engineer, you will be passionate about technology and continuous learning. You will be recognized as a master in your craft, working closely with leaders to drive strategic initiatives and solve complex problems. You will empower engineers to grow and learn new technologies, represent Tech within CarMax and industry forums, and share your knowledge through blogs, white papers, and conferences. You are a self-starter committed to excellence. Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of experience in Network, Cloud Network, or software engineering, with multiple certifications preferred.
Specific Qualifications and Requirements
5+ years experience building infrastructure within a cloud platform (Azure preferred) and Akamai.
4+ years scripting or coding experience related to Network Automation.
4+ years experience in Routing, Switching, Firewall, and WiFi.
Deep technical expertise in infrastructure, deployment, private and public cloud, networking, virtualization, and access control.
Experience leading engineering efforts and process improvements across teams.
Experience implementing Azure networking for enterprise organizations and building hybrid environments.
Proven experience with cloud capabilities like virtual networking, automation, VMs, access management, and deployment automation.
Strong problem-solving skills and experience in complex cloud and legacy network environments.
Ability to influence and drive organizational change.
Ability to educate others in cloud and infrastructure concepts.
Attention to detail and expert problem diagnosis skills.
Passion for automation and eliminating manual processes.
Advanced wireless skills in large enterprise environments.
Work Location and Arrangement
This role is based in Richmond, VA or Dallas, TX with a hybrid work arrangement. Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis; sponsorship is not available for this role. About CarMax
CarMax revolutionized the auto industry with a transparent, high-integrity customer experience. As the nations largest used car retailer, we operate over 200 locations nationwide with a team of over 25,000 associates committed to growth and diversity. Recognized as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified candidates without discrimination. Upon request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodations to complete the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr