Who We Are

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.

We’ve 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 Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.

Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field preferred

Work Experiences

5-7+ years of overall Information Technology experience
5+ years of experience implementing and enhancing Sterling Order Management applications across retail environments
3+ years of experience with the IBM Sterling Order Management Suite, including demonstrated subject matter expertise
Experience delivering at least two full lifecycle implementations (requirements gathering, design, development, implementation, and optimization)

Skills

Ability to lead full software development lifecycle (SDLC) activities, including requirements, design, build, testing, and implementation
Hands-on experience with Java and OMS development, including SOA, XML/XSLT, REST, and JSON
Experience with solution estimation and team structure definition
Experience working on multiple concurrent projects in an Agile environment
Hands-on experience with IBM Sterling Order Management (versions 9.5 and/or 10)
Experience with inventory management systems and processes
Proficiency with development tools such as Eclipse IDE and SoapUI
Experience with SQL databases (e.g., Oracle, DB2); familiarity with NoSQL databases preferred
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA, GitHub, or Bitbucket
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to mentor and support the development of team members
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of IBM Sterling Store and IBM Call Center applications preferred

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership across Sterling Order Management, Web Store, Call Center, and inventory modules
Design, develop, and enhance solutions supporting order capture, sourcing, fulfillment orchestration, inventory visibility, payments, cancellations, returns, and customer care workflows
Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to technical design documentation
Build and maintain integrations between Sterling OMS and external systems, including upstream/downstream applications, cloud platforms, and middleware solutions
Improve system stability, performance, and scalability of Sterling OMS applications
Conduct design and code reviews and promote development best practices
Research and recommend technologies to support the overall technical strategy
Participate in full SDLC activities, including sprint planning, estimation, and development sessions
Collaborate with developers, QA, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions
Troubleshoot system and process issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions
Develop reusable code and libraries to improve development efficiency
Monitor and evaluate new tools, frameworks, and development practices
Mentor team members to improve technical capability and overall team performance
Perform additional duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance

Ability to meet standard vision and hearing requirements for job performance
Adherence to company work hours, policies, and professional standards
Regular office attendance required

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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