Position Type
Full Time
Career area
Software Engineering
Location
4/F, WeWork, Embassy GolfLinks, Karnataka, Karnātaka 560093, India
Job ID
R-81657
Become part of the Converse Team
Converse is a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after — bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
We are looking for a Lead software Engineer. This role typically reports to Sr Manager Software Engineering within Global Converse Technology within our Marketplace & Product Engineering team at the India Technology Center in Bangalore. The India Technology team supports global work for all sales channels enabling Converse to sell its goods globally in retailers all around the world. In this role, you will be a senior technical leader responsible for designing, building, and scaling ecommerce solutions that power Converse's global digital commerce platform. You will be accountable for the delivery of technology that is needed to enable consumer connections at retail and Converse.com, helping the Converse business meet and exceed its growth goals for our Brick and Mortar and Digital Commerce Channels globally. Partnering with global Converse technology teams will be key to successful growth in all aspects of technology delivery and operations.
within the Supply chain, Planning and Corporate Functions
Product Managers, Designers, and Program/Portfolio partners
Platform and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams
Engineers, Security, and Architecture partners
External technology partners and vendors
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a highly experienced and technical Lead Software Engineer You will bring deep expertise in e-commerce systems, Salesforce Commerce tools, AI-driven commerce experiences, and high-demand launch and bot mitigation capabilities to help us deliver the best possible experience to consumers worldwide. We are open to candidates in Bangalore India
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
10+ years of professional experience in ecommerce engineering and software development
Deep hands-on experience with Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) is preferred but equivalent ecommerce tools is mandatory
Demonstrated experience leveraging AI and large language models (LLMs) in an ecommerce environment, such as recommendation engines, intelligent search, personalization, demand forecasting, or conversational AI
Proven experience designing and implementing bot mitigation and detection systems for high-demand, Launches, CDN configuration, edge computing in the digital commerce environments
Strong experience building and operating high-traffic launch capabilities, including queue management, traffic shaping, and real-time scaling strategies
Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or Node.js
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and cloud-native architectures is optional
Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and event-driven systems
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make sound technical decisions under pressure, especially during high stakes launch events
Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to collaborate effectively across geographically distributed teams and time zones
Comfort working in a fast paced, results oriented, globally distributed environment.
Strong collaboration and A growth mindset — curious, adaptable, and energized by evolving technology.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
Responsibilities:
AI Agent Development/orchestration: Design, build, and implement AI agents
Lead the architecture, design, and development of enterprise-grade ecommerce solutions that support Converse's global digital commerce operations
Drive the technical vision and roadmap for ecommerce platform capabilities, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance during high-traffic events and product launches
Design and implement solutions leveraging eCommerce platform, including B2C Commerce, Order Management, and Commerce APIs
Lead the development and continuous improvement of bot mitigation strategies and technologies to protect high-demand product launches and ensure fair access for consumers
Drive continuous improvement in development processes, CI/CD pipelines, testing strategies, and operational excellence, Contribute to architecture evolution &security aspects
Support product readiness for system implementations/ enhancements etc
Converse is more than a company; it’s a worldwide advocate for self-expression. This belief motivates our employees, permeates our working environment and inspires our products. No two of us look or think exactly alike. We are each one-of-a-kind. Individually and as a culture, we have the freedom to create and grow professionally. Generous benefits packages only sweeten the experience. From Boston to Shanghai, from Brand Design to Finance, Converse is a brand that celebrates the unique and creative people of the world. Together, we’re different.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
