Engineering Jobs in Buford

Be part of an amazing story.

Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Senior, Security Engineer reviews, develops, and manages security solutions to reduce risk for Macy’s, Inc. This role actively engages with management to provide timely updates and clear status, enabling informed decisions related to security risk exposure and operational stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Own enterprise Akamai Edge Security operations for ecommerce / digital platforms
• Design, deploy, and tune:
• Akamai WAF (Kona / App & API Protector)
• Bot Manager (scraping, credential stuffing, inventory abuse protection)
• DDoS mitigation and rate control
• API Security protections
• Protect against OWASP Top 10 threats, credential stuffing, carding attacks, scraping, and checkout abuse
• Optimize CDN configurations for performance, scalability, and customer experience
• Analyze traffic patterns and security logs to reduce false positives and protect revenue
• Support peak retail events (Black Friday, Cyber Monday, seasonal launches)
• Automate configuration management using Terraform, APIs, and CI/CD pipelines
• Develop monitoring dashboards and security metrics (block rate, false positives, bot ratios, attack trends)
• Partner with:
• Application Security
• Cloud Engineering
• DevOps
• Fraud & Risk teams
• Support production change management and incident response for edge-related threats
• Ensure compliance with PCI DSS and internal security governance standards

Required Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of hands-on experience managing Akamai CDN and security platforms in production
• Strong experience with:
• Akamai WAF policy tuning
• Bot mitigation strategies
• DDoS protections (application & volumetric)
• Deep understanding of:
• HTTP/S, TLS, DNS, CDN architectures
• OWASP Top 10
• API security best practices
• Experience in high-traffic ecommerce or retail environments

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some additional benefits we offer include:

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.

Job Overview

The Director, Software Engineering reports to the Senior Director, Engineering and partners with them to establish and drive the technology solutions strategy and implementation to meet Macy’s business needs. The Director collaborates with technical and business functions across the enterprise, contributing to strategy and governance while making balanced technical decisions that consider code quality, delivery predictability, and, above all, business value.

The Director, Software Engineering maintains a strong engineering foundation with expertise in modern technology stacks and experience implementing contemporary technologies. This leader leverages managerial experience to guide and develop the existing engineering team, attract and recruit top engineering talent, and successfully lead large-scale technology implementations in retail or related industries.

What You Will Do

• Evaluate and anticipate Macy’s future technology needs by balancing innovation, industry trends, and customer- and associate-facing solution requirements.
• Lead the design, delivery, and operations of technology solutions that modernize Macy’s capabilities, providing strategic guidance to senior technology leadership on systems, processes, and improvements to support the business vision and strategic plan.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, platforms, and best practices to ensure Macy’s technology stack remains modern and competitive.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive platform modernization and enterprise-wide technology initiatives.
• Enhance software quality across Macy’s Technology organization, driving end-to-end accountability at all levels.
• Own talent development and build bench strength within the technology organization, ensuring a strong pipeline of skilled leaders and contributors.
• Mentor and coach leaders and individual contributors, actively raising the talent bar across the technology team.
• Manage the portfolio’s budget, projects, and resource planning to ensure effective delivery and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Skills You Will Need

• Technology Leadership & Strategy: Proven ability to establish and drive technology strategy and solutions that align with business needs, balancing innovation, delivery predictability, and business value.
• Software Engineering Expertise: Strong foundation in modern technology stacks, open-source technologies, and cloud-native applications across private and public cloud platforms (GCP, Azure).
• Large-Scale Technology Implementation: Experience successfully leading Loyalty and MarTech technology initiatives, particularly in retail or highly matrixed organizations.
• Agile Delivery & Execution: Ability to deliver functional features rapidly in a fast-paced Agile environment, adapting to evolving priorities and business needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Skill in partnering with technical and business teams to drive enterprise-wide initiatives, platform modernization, and operational improvements.
• Software Quality & Process Governance: Experience enhancing software quality, implementing best practices, and driving end-to-end accountability across teams.
• Talent Development & Team Leadership: Proven ability to attract, develop, and mentor engineering talent, building bench strength and raising the skill level across technology teams.
• Offshore & Vendor Management: Experience managing large offshore teams and third-party vendors is a plus.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; able to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences and influence decision-making at all levels.
• Decision Making & Strategic Thinking: Ability to balance short-term tactical decisions with long-term strategic vision, making sound judgments in ambiguous or challenging situations.
• Problem Solving & Reasoning: Demonstrates strong analytical and reasoning skills, able to work independently and make effective decisions with minimal supervision.
• Negotiation & Stakeholder Management: Strong negotiation skills and ability to build trust and influence across stakeholders in complex, matrixed environments.

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
• 15 plus years of experience in software engineering and high-volume enterprise systems. 10 plus years of experience in engineering management and delivering large-scale transformation initiatives in retail required.
• Extensive experience leading the design and implementation of enterprise-scale loyalty platforms, including both custom-built solutions and leading vendors such as EagleEye, Salesforce, Kobie, and Talon.One.
• Strong command of Marketing Technology operations, with hands-on experience driving platform architecture, integrations, scalability, reliability, and operational excellence across complex MarTech ecosystems.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

Be part of an amazing story

Macy’s is more than just a store. We’re a story. One that’s captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible products…about the excitement of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, and the wonder of the Thanksgiving Day Parade. We’ve been part of memorable moments and milestones for countless customers and colleagues. Those stories are part of what makes this such a special place to work.

Job Overview

The Tech Manager, Engineering leads the development and integration of scalable software solutions that support Macy’s omni-channel strategy. This role drives innovation in technology and process, enabling high-performing teams to deliver impactful customer experiences across platforms. By fostering collaboration and technical excellence, the manager ensures alignment with enterprise architecture and strategic goals.

What You Will Do

• Hire, coach, and mentor individuals to build a strong cross-functional organization
• Architect and build scalable software solutions aligned with enterprise standards
• Oversee software delivery, systems integration, and developer support tools
• Collaborate with technical teams to implement architecture guidelines and strategies
• Lead technology evaluations in partnership with cross-functional teams
• Manage geographically distributed engineering scrum teams using agile and DevOps practices
• Introduce innovative ideas to enhance customer outcomes and operational efficiency
• Set measurable quality goals and foster continuous engineering improvement

Skills You Would Need

• Software Architecture: Designs scalable, modern systems using best-in-class architectural patterns
• Cloud Engineering: Implements cloud-native solutions with providers such as GCP
• Infrastructure as Code: Utilizes tools like Terraform to automate infrastructure deployment
• Front-End Development: Applies frameworks such as ReactJS and Angular for user-facing applications
• Back-End Development: Develops robust services using Java and Spring frameworks
• Data Management: Applies principles of data architecture, modeling, and governance
• Agile Leadership: Leads scrum teams with agile methodologies and DevOps practices
• Technical Communication: Translates complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Project Ownership: Drives initiatives from concept to delivery with accountability and clarity

Who You Are

• Experienced in leading software engineering teams and mentoring talent
• Skilled in managing multiple projects and setting clear priorities
• Adept at integrating third-party solutions such as MDM, ERP, or WMS
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
• Brings 8+ years of relevant technical experience
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.

Overview

An established organization operating in the electronics manufacturing industry is seeking an engineer to support testing and validation activities associated with printed circuit board assemblies and related electronic products. This role supports production by developing and maintaining testing methods, evaluating product performance, and assisting with troubleshooting efforts when issues arise during manufacturing. The position works closely with engineering, operations, and quality teams to help maintain product reliability and improve manufacturing efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop and maintain testing approaches used to verify the functionality and performance of electronic circuit boards and related assemblies. This may include the development or support of functional testing, board-level verification, and system-level validation activities.

Support production testing by executing defined procedures and confirming that products meet technical specifications and internal quality requirements before release.

Investigate test failures or irregular performance observed during production. Work with design, manufacturing, and quality personnel to identify the source of issues and assist in implementing corrective actions.

Review and interpret test results to identify trends, recurring defects, or potential areas for improvement within the manufacturing process.

Maintain documentation associated with test procedures, engineering changes, and test results to ensure traceability and compliance with internal standards.

Assist with the setup, maintenance, and verification of electronic test equipment used within the manufacturing environment. Coordinate equipment service or repair when necessary.

Participate in process improvement activities related to product testing, equipment reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

Provide guidance to production personnel regarding test procedures and correct handling of electronic assemblies during the testing process.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to ensure testing processes are properly integrated into manufacturing workflows.

Ensure all testing activities follow applicable internal procedures, quality standards, and industry regulations.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred.

Approximately three to five years of experience working with electronics testing or validation in a manufacturing or production environment is typically expected.

Experience working with common electronic diagnostic and measurement tools such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, or automated testing equipment is beneficial.

Exposure to test automation tools, scripting environments, or engineering software used to support test development is helpful.

Working knowledge of electronic circuit fundamentals and printed circuit board assembly processes is preferred.

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues in a production environment are important for success in this role.

Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams are also important.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.