GameStop · 1 week ago
Principal Software Engineer - Java
GameStop is a leading global retailer of video games, electronics, and gaming merchandise, committed to providing exceptional service and delivering the latest in gaming products. They are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to develop critical back-end systems related to payments, transactions, and customer rewards while collaborating with engineering leadership and other teams.
GamingOnline GamesRetailSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Help envision and set up a modern technology stack (cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, service-oriented architecture, etc.) to lay the foundation for robust system development
Architect, design, and build critical back-end systems, such as payments and transaction technologies
Work with a modern technology stack (cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, service-oriented architecture, etc.)
Be an advocate for engineering best practices
Mentor and coach other engineers
Qualification
Required
10+ years of software development experience, with 4+ years cloud experience
History of progression from Software Engineer up through technical leadership levels
Strong experience as an owner of major technical projects
Eagerness to solve complex technical problems
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Preferred
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD experience
Deep expertise in Java/Spring and/or modern front-end frameworks React/Vue/etc
Solid e-Commerce and/or Retail technology experience
Benefits
Incentive programs
Health benefits
Paid time off
401 (k)
Employee discount
Casual work environment
Bonus
Other incentives
Company
GameStop
GameStop is a video games and entertainment software retailer operating thousands of retail stores.
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Funding
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$5.98BKey Investors
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2025-06-12Post Ipo Debt· $2.7B
2025-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $1.3B
2024-05-24Post Ipo Equity· $933.4M
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