• Sr. Systems Engineer

    AutoZone, Inc. (Memphis, TN)


    Job Description

    Our growing and strategic Commercial business depends on store systems that are reliable and help our Commercial Sales Managers provide world-class customer service. You’ll lead design and delivery of features used across thousands of stores, with quality, resiliency, and observability built in while mentoring others.

    Responsibilities

    What you’ll do

    + Engineer “right the first time”: Anticipate edge cases and failure modes; build in feature flags/pilots, rollback, and monitoring/alerts for every change.

    + Own the design: Write/review High Level Designs (HLDs) that include assumptions, risks, observability, config/rollout plans, and runbooks.

    + Make quality non negotiable: Drive rigorous code reviews, clear acceptance criteria, unit/integration tests, and pre merge checks.Operate what you build: Partner with QE/DevOps to deploy safely, verify post release, and improve with actionable telemetry.

    + Mentor and multiply: Coach engineers in US/MX; model high standards, give clear, candid feedback, and cultivate bench strength.Communicate for clarity and action: Share concise updates with conclusions, recommended next steps, and ownership.

    + Continuously improve: Reduce re work, unblock dependencies early, and convert post mortem learnings into template/checklist updates.Your toolkit (our stack)

    + Operating systems: Linux

    + Programming: C++ for core/system components; Node.js/Express.js for services; React.js for UIs

    + Scripting/automation: Shell scripting for tooling and ops

    + Core practices: Git based workflows (MR/PR + code review), feature flags, configuration management, CI/CD, observability (logs/metrics/traces)

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE or equivalent experience.

    + 8+ years of professional experience building/operating production systems or distributed applications.

    + Expert in Linux and C++ plus strong, working experience with Express.js/Node.js, React.js, and shell scripting.

    + Demonstrated ability to: o Anticipate edge cases and design safeguards (flags, pilots, kill switches, rollback).o Instrument changes with monitoring/alerts and verify with post release checks.o Communicate clearly across sites and roles with actionable conclusions. Store / retail systems experience - nice to have

     

    About Autozone

     

    Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

     

    Benefits at AutoZone

     

    AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.

    All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):

    + Competitive pay

    + Unrivaled company culture

    + Medical, dental and vision plans

    + Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount

    + 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan

    + AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support

    + Opportunities for career growth

    Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:

    + Paid time off

    + Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options

    + Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards

    + Tuition reimbursement

     

    Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

     

    We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

    Online Application:

    An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

     

    AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories. ​

     

    **Job Identification** 36753

    **Job Schedule** Full time

     

    AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.