At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country â but what truly sets us apart is our people. Weâre a passionate, purpose-driven team thatâs as committed to each other as we are to our customers.
Weâve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Memberâs journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.
Here, you wonât just help customers gear up for their next adventure â youâll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun canât lose! Â
Education:
Bachelorâs degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management, or a relevant field required.
Work Experiences:
6+ years of experience in a development or technical implementation role with 2+ years of experience in managerial capacity, leading, coaching, and mentoring
Exposure to solution design and systems integration in cloud or hybrid environments.
Familiarity with translating business requirements into technical specifications.
Retail experience is a plus.
Skills:
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
An analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.
Self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Basic understanding of architecture principles and software development lifecycle.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure) is a plus.
Responsibilities:
Lead & manage software implementation and development responsibilities for various software applications in the Supply Chain space.
Establish trust and build relationships with senior-level stakeholders across functional areas within the business.
Lead & manage functional and technical teams to deliver well-designed, scalable enterprise applications.
Provide expertise and recommend solutions to complex functional and technical issues.
Formalize standards and best practices for various software design patterns, execution approaches, stakeholder management, etc.
Lead, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies and options for software development
Ability to manage tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
Drive cross-functional alignment between merchandising, supply chain, and IT to support transformation.
Represent IT Supply Chain in steering committees and strategic planning forums.
Collaborate with Application Support and Product teams to drive timely resolution of system issues and prioritize enhancement opportunities.
Collaborate with enterprise architecture to validate solution designs against technical standards and business objectives.
Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules.
Responsibilities may change; team members may be required to perform other tasks as assigned.
Support Solution Architects in developing technical designs and documentation.
Assist in translating business requirements into technical specifications.
Participate in requirements gathering sessions and contribute to solution discussions.
Create and maintain integration diagrams and technical documentation.
Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure alignment with architectural standards.
Learn and apply architecture principles and guardrails in solution design.
Contribute to tech debt identification and backlog management.
Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on proposed solutions.
Develop a thorough understanding of company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
Participate in innovation workshops and brainstorming sessions to contribute fresh ideas and perspectives.
Support proof-of-concept (POC) and prototype development under the guidance of senior architects.
Assist in documenting innovation initiatives, outcomes, and lessons learned.
Research emerging technologies as assigned and summarize findings for the team.
Collaborate with delivery teams to pilot innovative solutions in a controlled environment.
Duties may change; the team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements & Attendance
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties.
Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior.
Regular office attendance is required.
Flexible work schedule to support business needs.
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.â
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