Job Summary
Walgreens is hiring a Software Engineer II – Full Stack to support our Digital and Online platforms. This role is aligned to an experienced hands-on engineer who can independently contribute across backend and frontend systems, support enterprise-scale applications, and partner with product, engineering, QA, and technology teams to deliver reliable digital solutions.
This position will support the web and mobile ordering experience, including front-end applications, APIs, backend services, and production-level application support. The ideal candidate has practical full stack development experience, strong Java and Spring Boot skills, and the ability to work through design, development, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and ongoing system improvements.
Important Details
Hybrid role based in Deerfield, Illinois
Must be onsite 4 days per week, one day optional remote
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role, now or in the future
What You’ll Do
Design, develop, enhance, and support backend services and APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and REST APIs
Build and maintain frontend applications using React, Angular, JavaScript, or similar modern UI frameworks
Contribute to full stack application development from technical design through deployment and production support
Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into scalable software solutions
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues across backend, frontend, database, and integration layers
Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with product owners, engineers, QA, DevOps, and cross-functional technology teams
Support CI/CD deployment activities and contribute to automation, reliability, and release-readiness improvements
Identify opportunities to improve application performance, scalability, maintainability, and resiliency
Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code and contribute to code reviews and engineering best practices
Support production applications and help resolve incidents, defects, and performance issues as needed
Tech Stack
Backend: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs
Frontend: React, Angular, JavaScript
Databases: Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar
Cloud: Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
DevOps: CI/CD, Docker
Other: Linux, Python or Bash scripting
What You’ll Bring
Professional full stack software engineering experience across backend and frontend systems
Strong hands-on development experience with Java and Spring Boot
Experience building and supporting REST APIs and enterprise application integrations
Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React or Angular
Ability to independently build, debug, deploy, and support applications end-to-end
Understanding of software development best practices, including code quality, testing, version control, and maintainability
Ability to troubleshoot application issues and contribute to production support and incident resolution
Comfort working in a fast-paced Agile technology environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
Job Responsibilities
Writes code that meets specifications. Develops software applications and tools.
Completes programming and performs testing and debugging applications
Develops software applications and tools using Agile development methodologies.
Participates actively in the design, architecture and build phases, to aim at producing high quality deliverables, working with existing architects where appropriate.
Participates in the evaluation of compatibility of programs with existing communications hardware and software features. Develops professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
Builds productive internal/external working relationships.
Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Usually works with some supervision, conferring with superiors on unusual or complex matters
Demonstrates proficiency in several areas of the professional function.
Has working knowledge of programming languages important to the organization
Effectively resolves problems and roadblocks as they occur. Has working knowledge of programming languages important to the organization.
Interacts with internal and external peers and/or managers to exchange semi-complex information related to assigned activities.
Acts as individual contributor as well as team member
Utilizes experience in order to identify problematic relationships.
Anticipates, prevents and eliminates problems and creates efficient fixes.
Gathers and updates necessary information and communicates to appropriate parties.
About Walgreens
Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni-channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in Engineering, Software Engineering or similar field OR a High School Diploma/GED and at least 4 years of experience in Engineering, Software Engineering or related field
- Engineering, Software Engineering or similar field
- Experience writing code for applications or automation
- Experience with programming languages for online applications, microservices, APIs or mobile applications
- Experience building ,testing applications or automation
- Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle
Willing to travel up to/at least 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).
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Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing and supporting full stack applications in a production enterprise environment
Strong backend development experience using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices-based architecture
Experience with frontend development using React, Angular, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, or similar technologies
Experience analyzing application issues, system behavior, or data trends to identify root causes and support resolution
Experience identifying operational or technical issues and contributing to solutions that improve performance, reliability, or scalability
Experience participating in code reviews, technical design discussions, and application troubleshooting
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with product owners, QA, DevOps, and engineering teams
DevOps / Cloud
Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Experience with Docker, containerized deployments, or related deployment tools
Working knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
Working knowledge of Linux environments
Proficiency with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Ruby
Exposure to automation and configuration tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet
Web / Backend Development
Experience as a full stack, web, or backend software engineer
Proficiency with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, JavaScript, Node.js, .NET, or similar technologies
Working knowledge of modern UI frameworks such as React or Angular
Experience with relational databases such as Oracle or MySQL
Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or similar technologies
Exposure to cloud-native development, API integrations, application monitoring, and production support
Mobile / Digital Platform Exposure
Exposure to web and mobile digital platforms, customer-facing applications, or ordering/eCommerce systems
iOS exposure with Swift and/or SwiftUI is a plus
Android exposure with Kotlin is a plus
Data & Analytics
Exposure to building or supporting analytics, reporting, or data-driven application features
Experience working with cloud-based analytics solutions using Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform is a plus
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $98600 - $157500 / Salaried
