Software Engineer I
Chewy
About the role
Job Description:
Our Opportunity
Chewy is seeking a motivated Software Engineer I to join our Supply Chain IT Domain Services team in Plantation, FL or Boston, MA.
This team owns a suite of critical services that support inventory visibility, purchase order and transfer workflows, electronic data exchange, vendor compliance, and operational analytics across Chewy’s supply chain network. These systems span distributed services and data pipelines supporting both real-time and batch processing.
As an early career engineer, you will work with experienced engineers to design, build, test, deploy, and support reliable software. You will take ownership of well-scoped work while developing strong engineering, operational, and business fundamentals.
This is not a purely backend role. You’ll contribute across backend services, APIs, data workflows, and user-facing applications when needed, while learning to deliver complete solutions in a complex, system-heavy environment.
What You’ll Do
Develop and maintain software using Java, Spring Boot, AWS, and related technologies with guidance from experienced engineers
Deliver results on well-scoped features and technical improvements from implementation through testing, deployment, and production validation
Build and support APIs, event-driven integrations, data workflows, and, when needed, user-facing applications
Write clear, maintainable code and participate in code reviews, design discussions, and team engineering standards
Create automated unit and integration tests and help improve the team’s testing and delivery practices
Operate in the details by using logs, metrics, traces, dashboards, and runbooks to troubleshoot issues and improve reliability and performance
Participate in production support and on-call responsibilities with documented procedures, mentoring, and team support
Use approved AI-assisted development tools responsibly to accelerate learning, coding, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting while validating generated output
Put customers first by partnering with product, program, business, and engineering teams to understand needs and deliver practical supply chain solutions; earn trust by communicating progress, risks, and blockers early
Apply spec-driven development (SDD) practices, with guidance, to translate requirements and acceptance criteria into reviewed designs, implementation plans, discrete tasks, tests, and delivered code
Act as an owner for assigned work and contribute to operational excellence by improving documentation, observability, support readiness, and production stability
What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Foundational programming experience through professional work, internships, co-op assignments, academic projects, or substantial personal projects
Working knowledge of Java or another object-oriented programming language and the ability to learn Java and Spring Boot
Understanding of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, debugging, and software testing fundamentals
Familiarity with relational databases, SQL, REST APIs, source control, and modern software development practices
Exposure to cloud-based application development and an interest in building on AWS
Ability to learn unfamiliar systems, ask effective questions, discuss alternatives openly, apply feedback, and commit to team decisions once aligned
Exposure to SDD workflows that move from requirements and acceptance criteria through design, tasks, implementation, and validation
Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across a team
Accountability for assigned work and willingness to communicate progress, risks, and blockers early
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while balancing delivery, learning, and quality
AI and Modern Development Experience
We are looking for engineers who are interested in applying AI pragmatically in development workflows. This may include:
Using approved AI-assisted tools such as Cursor, Codex, or Copilot to improve development efficiency
Validating AI-generated code, tests, and documentation before use
Using reviewed specifications as the source of truth for AI-assisted planning and implementation, then validating the result against requirements, acceptance criteria, and tests
Recognizing when human review, security controls, and engineering judgment are required
Bonus
Internship, co-op, or project experience developing cloud-based applications with AWS
Exposure to Spring Boot, microservices, event-driven systems, data pipelines, or full-stack development using React or Vue
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, containers, observability tools, or agile delivery practices
Interest in supply chain, logistics, inventory systems, e-commerce, or high-volume operational systems
The base salary range for this role is $92,500 - $160,000.00.
The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k and a new hire and annual equity grant. C08+ positions may also be eligible for annual bonus.
We offer different types of insurance and benefits, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com.
Exempt salary team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, test, deploy, and support software using Java, Spring Boot, AWS, and related technologies.
- Build and maintain APIs, event-driven integrations, data workflows, and user-facing applications as needed.
- Write maintainable code, participate in code reviews, and improve automated testing practices.
- Troubleshoot production issues using logs, metrics, traces, dashboards, and runbooks; participate in supported on-call responsibilities.
- Apply spec-driven development practices to translate requirements into designs, tasks, tests, and delivered code.
- Collaborate with product, business, and engineering partners to deliver supply chain solutions and communicate progress and risks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Foundational programming experience through work, internships, academic projects, or substantial personal projects.
- Working knowledge of Java or another object-oriented language and understanding of data structures, algorithms, debugging, and testing.
- Familiarity with relational databases, SQL, REST APIs, source control, and modern software development practices.
- Exposure to cloud application development and interest in building on AWS.
- Clear communication, collaboration, accountability, and willingness to learn unfamiliar systems and apply feedback.
- Interest in responsibly using AI-assisted development tools and validating generated code and documentation.
Benefits
- 401(k) and new-hire and annual equity grants; some positions may also qualify for an annual bonus.
- Medical, prescription, vision, dental, life, disability, and other insurance options.
- Parental leave, family services, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, and employee assistance program.
- Pet adoption reimbursement and discounts, including pet insurance and Chewy.com purchases.
- Unlimited PTO for exempt salary team members, subject to manager approval, and six paid holidays annually.
- Paid sick and family leave where required by applicable regulations.
Skills mentioned
About Chewy
At Chewy, our mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. We view pets and pet parents as family and are obsessed with meeting their needs and exceeding customer expectations through every interaction. Behind the scenes, our talented teams are made up of innovators, delighters, big-thinkers and of course, passionate pet people—creating a place where you'll be empowered to build, grow and unleash your fullest potential. We don’t just stand by our company mission—we’re obsessed with it. We seek to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. And we’re constantly finding new ways to do just that. At Chewy, we understand pet parenthood is full of joyful highs and anxious lows. That’s why we’re here, standing alongside pet parents, providing everything their pets need for a happy, healthy life. We’re a leading online source for pet products, supplies, and prescriptions. We offer a broad selection of high-quality products and services at competitive prices with an exceptional level of customer care and a personal touch. Since launching in 2011, we’ve combined the personalized service of your neighborhood pet store with the convenience and speed of e-commerce. We pride ourselves on being the only brand available 24/7/365 to support pet parents throughout their journey. We have a rich history of being recognized for our deep care and personalization while going above and beyond for our customers and their pets. We view pets and their people as more than just customers and look forward to meeting their needs and exceeding expectations through every interaction. With Chewy, no one pet-parents alone.
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