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Cotiviti

DICK'S Sporting Goods

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Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Engineer I to join our dynamic team in Payment Integrity. The Staff Software Engineer I (AI-Native Tech Lead) is a senior individual contributor responsible for providing technical leadership, architectural direction, and engineering rigor for a team building software using AI-native development practices. This role focuses on how AI is used across the software development lifecycle, including design, architecture, implementation, testing, and delivery. The Staff Software Engineer I serves as a technical anchor for the team, ensuring AI-assisted development accelerates delivery without compromising quality, security, or maintainability. This role is not focused on machine learning or model development. Instead, it centers on building high-quality, scalable software systems using modern AI-assisted engineering workflows, with humans retaining accountability for design, correctness, and production readiness.

Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & Architecture<ul><li>Lead the architecture and technical direction of new and existing applications within the team.</li><li>Act as a key technical influencer, guiding sound engineering decisions and architectural tradeoffs.</li><li>Design scalable systems, APIs, and services aligned with product and platform needs.</li><li>Partner with engineering leadership on complex technical initiatives and cross-cutting concerns.</li></ul> AI-Native Engineering Practices<ul><li>Help define, refine, and apply AI-native engineering practices across the software development lifecycle in partnership with engineering leadership.</li><li>Guide teams in the effective and responsible use of AI-assisted development tools for coding, testing, refactoring, and documentation.</li><li>Review, evaluate, and refine AI-generated code to ensure quality, security, performance, and long-term maintainability.</li><li>Ensure AI-assisted development workflows are production-ready and aligned with established engineering standards and architectural constraints.</li></ul> AI Governance & Quality Controls<ul><li>Establish and enforce clear boundaries for AI agent behavior within the team, including where automation is permitted, where human review is required, and what actions are explicitly disallowed.</li><li>Collaborate with platform and DevOps partners to ensure CI/CD quality gates (testing, security scanning, validation) are enforced and appropriately adapted for AI-assisted development workflows.</li><li>Provide team-level system architecture governance, ensuring designs align with architectural principles, standards, constraints, and long-term maintainability goals.</li></ul> Quality, Standards & Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Conduct code and design reviews, providing actionable feedback and reinforcing engineering best practices.</li><li>Identify and address technical debt, performance bottlenecks, and systemic quality issues.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, tooling, and developer workflows.</li><li>Stay current with emerging technologies and AI-assisted development techniques relevant to software engineering.</li></ul> Mentorship & Collaboration<ul><li>Mentor Senior Software Engineers and other team members in AI-enabled engineering practices. </li><li>Foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, and continuous learning. </li><li>Collaborate closely with product leadership to align system design with product intent and delivery goals. </li><li>Work effectively with cross-functional partners to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions. </li></ul> This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience.</li><li>8+ years of software engineering experience with demonstrated technical leadership.</li><li>Strong backend or full-stack development experience.</li><li>Proven experience designing scalable systems and application architectures.</li><li>Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices and design principles.</li><li>Experience using AI-assisted development tools in real-world or production workflows.</li><li>Ability to evaluate, refine, and productionize AI-generated code.</li><li>Proficiency in one or more of the following: Java, C#, Python, associated frameworks, MSSQL, and Oracle PL/SQL.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience serving as a technical lead on delivery teams.</li><li>Experience building or contributing to internal developer platforms, frameworks, or shared services.</li><li>Experience improving developer productivity through tooling, standards, or workflow optimization.</li><li>Experience with cloud platforms, microservices architectures, and DevOps practices.</li><li>Familiarity with relational and no-sql databases.</li><li>Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools.</li><li>Contributions to open-source projects or engagement in the software engineering community.</li></ul> Mental Requirements:<ul><li>Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically and evaluate information objectively, considering different perspectives and potential implications before drawing conclusions or making recommendations.</li><li>Attention to Detail: must have a keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.</li><li>Quantitative Aptitude: Strong numerical skills are essential for conducting quantitative analysis, working with statistical methods and models, and manipulating data using mathematical operations.</li><li>Data Interpretation: skilled in interpreting data visualizations, charts, graphs, and other forms of data presentation to extract meaningful insights and communicate findings effectively.</li><li>Communication Skills: Effective communication skills are crucial for conveying complex technical concepts and insights to non-technical stakeholders clearly and understandably through written reports, presentations, and verbal discussions.</li><li>Curiosity and Learning Agility: A strong desire to learn and explore new methodologies, techniques, and tools in the field of data analysis and insights generation is essential for staying current with industry trends and best practices.</li><li>Resilience: The ability to handle pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and overcome setbacks is important in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous analytical environment.</li><li>Ethical and Integrity: Upholding ethical standards and maintaining integrity in handling sensitive data and information is paramount for building trust and credibility in the insights provided.</li></ul>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.</li><li>Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.</li><li>Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.</li><li>be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance.</li><li>No adverse environmental conditions expected.</li></ul>  Base compensation ranges from $122,000 to $155,000 per year. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs. This role is eligible for discretionary bonus consideration. Cotiviti offers team members a competitive benefits package to address a wide range of personal and family needs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, 401(k) savings plans, paid family leave, 9 paid holidays per year, and 17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti. For information about our benefits package, please refer to our <a href="https://www.cotiviti.com/careers" target="_blank" style="color: #0000ff;" rel="noopener">Careers page.</a> This role is based remotely and all interviews will be conducted virtually. Date of posting:03/16/2026Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. We anticipate that the application window will close on 06/15/2026, but the application window may change depending on the volume of applications received or close immediately if a qualified candidate is selected.  #LI-RA1#LI-Remote

Staff Engineer I ( AI ‑ Native Tech Lead )

Staff Engineer I

8+ years of software engineering with leadership; strong backend/full-stack; scalable architectures; AI-assisted development tools; Java/C#/Python; SQL databases; excellent communication.

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!OVERVIEW:At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we take a people-centric approach to everything we do. Our Athletes, how we refer to customers, and our Teammates, how we refer to our employees, are at the center of every decision we make so that we can provide transformational experiences online, in store, and in sport. When you join Technology at DICK’S Sporting Goods, you’re joining a true team that wins together. We help our Athletes and fellow Teammates better their best by innovating solutions to interesting business problems and empowering every Technology Teammate to be an innovator. And, while we work remotely from all over the United States, we provide virtual and in-person events for the team to hangout, from virtual escape rooms to cheering on the Pittsburgh Pirates at beautiful PNC Park.JOB PURPOSELeads the development and maintenance of best-in-class solutions for assigned product group. Includes systems analysis and development. Primarily responsible for ensuring delivery, team talent management and roadmapping.The Software Engineering Manager for the Vertical Brands product development group at DICK’S Sporting Goods will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth of our private brand product line across both hardlines and softlines. This leader will oversee a team of 6&#43; talented software engineers responsible for designing, building, and maintaining a mix of custom software applications and SaaS packaged solutions. The manager will ensure that all software initiatives align with business objectives and contribute directly to the expansion and success of our vertical brand offerings.In this role, you will collaborate closely with Product Management and Design teams, fostering a collaborative environment where cross-functional alignment drives the delivery of high-quality, innovative software solutions. You will be responsible for team development, talent management, and establishing best practices that empower your team to deliver results that make a real impact for our Athletes and Teammates.<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 6&#43; software engineers working on both custom and SaaS-based applications supporting private brand growth.</li><li>Partner with Product Management and Design to translate business requirements into effective software solutions for the Vertical Brands group.</li><li>Drive technical excellence by establishing efficient processes, encouraging innovation, and ensuring adherence to best practices in software development.</li><li>Oversee project delivery from concept to deployment, coordinating resources and managing priorities to meet deadlines and quality standards.</li><li>Support the continuous improvement of team skills and capabilities through ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities.</li><li>Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture, celebrating wins and learning from challenges together.</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity for a people-focused engineering leader who thrives in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment and is passionate about delivering technology solutions that drive business value.TECH STACK:Core Languages &amp; Frameworks<ul><li>Java &amp; Kotlin – primary backend languages for Vertical Brands custom services</li><li>Angular – standard front‑end framework for internal Vertical Brands applications</li><li>.NET – used in legacy and supporting services</li><li>Azure – cloud platforms used to host and operate Vertical Brands applications</li></ul>Packaged / Third‑Party<ul><li>FlexPLM – primary Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform for Vertical Brands product development</li><li>PMMS – legacy enterprise pricing system built on IBM iSeries / DB2</li><li>Product Design &amp; Development Tooling – including Browzwear, CLO 3D, Optitex, SolidWorks, Inspectorio, NedGraphics, Keyshot, Alvanon, ColorDesq, and ECVision (E2Open)</li></ul>RESPONSIBILITIESData-driven Product and Service ImprovementDevelop data-driven analyses to surface new opportunities to differentiate and improve products and user experiences, ensuring consistency across digital products, services, and channels.Digital Strategy/Transformational Projects ExecutionManage and deliver end-to-end digital programs and initiatives, leveraging agile and design-thinking principles to drive sustainable implementation.Digital Talent DevelopmentDevelop digital training and development programs to meet identified needs; run leadership development programs to enable personal transformations on digital.Digital Vision and StrategyConceptualize elements of digital strategy/digital-enabled business change projects. Develop approaches to programmatically deliver successful digital innovation engagements.Project ManagementManage a portfolio of projects while reporting to senior colleagues.QualityDevelop new methods, tools and programs for quality assurance. Lead developmental initiatives or programs within an area of expertise.BudgetingContribute to the development of budget plans and/or deliver budget plans with guidance from senior teammates.Information SecurityLead in detecting and analyzing cybersecurity incidents including attacks, breaches, and identified vulnerabilities and remediate any security gaps in line with the security incident management procedure.Leadership and DirectionCommunicate the actions needed to implement the function&#39;s strategy and business plan within the team; explain the relationship to the broader organization&#39;s mission, vision and values; motivate people to commit to these and to doing extraordinary things to achieve local business goals.Organizational Capability BuildingUse the organization&#39;s formal development framework to identify the team&#39;s individual development needs. Plan and implement actions, including continuing professional development specified by professional or regulatory institutions, to build their professional capabilities. Provide informal training or coaching to others throughout the organization in own area of expertise to enable others to improve performance and fulfill personal potential.Performance ManagementManage and report on the performance of a substantial, diverse team; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports or project / account team members and hold them accountable for achieving these; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of team/ personal objectives.Program/Portfolio Management SupportManage a program of work while reporting to senior teammates leveraging assigned product management team processes and protocols.BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIESDrives EngagementCreates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. For example, shares insight into the purpose of the work, involves others appropriately and gives them credit for their contributions. Praises the successes of others.Strategic MindsetSees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. For example, knows what to prioritize for the greatest strategic impact on the organization. Takes industry and market trends into account in decisions. Explores possibilities that may impact the team or organization in the future.Decision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. For example, knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.CourageSteps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. For example, shares own ideas and points of view openly, regardless of potential criticism or risk; shows conviction when faced with adversity and challenges; raises difficult topics to be sure they are addressed.CollaboratesBuilds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, readily involves others to accomplish goals; stays in touch and shares information; discourages &#34;us versus them&#34; thinking; shows appreciation for others&#39; ideas and input.Customer FocusBuilds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, keeps in contact with customers to ensure problems are resolved, or to improve customer service. Studies customer feedback and emerging customer needs and uses these to determine some creative new ideas.Action OrientedTakes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. For example, takes immediate, decisive, independent action to resolve issues or problems. Persists as needed. Quickly and consistently identifies and pursues beneficial new opportunities.Builds Effective TeamsBuilds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. For example, connects with others on team projects and leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results. Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team spirit.Develops TalentDevelops people to meet both their career goals and the organization&#39;s goals. For example, consistently shares ideas, insight, and best practices to help people reach their development goals and achieve optimal results. Shares targeted feedback in a prompt, constructive, and encouraging manner.Instills TrustGains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. For example, is consistently honest and straightforward; shares uncomfortable information in a clear and helpful manner. Maintains high ethical standards and professional codes of conduct.Tech SavvyAnticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. For example, is an early adopter of new technologies, technical skills, and capabilities that improve performance. Regularly experiments with and leverages technologies and tools to substantially improve performance.TECHNICAL SKILLS:<ul><li>Prior experience with PTC FlexPLMExperience in retail and product development technology.</li><li>Wide and deep experience providing direction and guidance in data engineering</li><li>Experience with data engineering tools such as Google Big Query, Snowflake and Databricks</li><li>Experience with modeling complex data</li><li>Experience leading data engineering teams as a manager</li><li>Experience of planning and managing resources to deliver predetermined objectives</li><li>Experience leading teams of contractors in an onshore/offshore engagement</li><li>Experience managing, mentoring, and growing the careers of data engineers</li></ul>#LI-JN1QUALIFICATIONS:General ExperienceSubstantial general work experience together with comprehensive job-related experience in own area of expertise to fully competent level. (Over 6 years to 10 years)Managerial ExperienceExperience of supervising and directing people and other resources to achieve specific end results within limited timeframes (13 months to 3 years).VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:<ul><li>Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.</li><li>AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.</li><li>Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.</li></ul>If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone! Targeted Pay Range: $95,200.00 - $158,800.00. This is part of a competitive total rewards package that could include other components such as: incentive, equity and benefits. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. We review all teammate pay regularly to ensure competitive and equitable pay.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit www.benefityourliferesources.com.

Engineering Manager – Product Development & Vertical Brands (REMOTE)

Engineering Manager

Leads a team of 6+ software engineers; manages delivery, talent development, and roadmapping; hands-on with tech stack; remote leadership.

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