Software Engineer

Software Engineer At Panera Bread, we’re redefining the digital experience for millions of customers. We’re looking for a cloud-native Java developer with expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Cloud Run, and AI-driven development to help shape the future of our ecommerce services platform. As a Cloud Developer at Panera Bread, you will play a key role in transforming our digital platforms to deliver exceptional experiences for millions of customers. You’ll leverage your expertise in cloud-native development, Google Cloud Platform, and AI-driven solutions to build innovative, scalable applications that power our ecommerce services. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with talented teams, and make a direct impact on the future of our digital business. Duties & Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to: · Design, build, and deploy cloud-native applications using GCP services like Cloud Run, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Functions. · Design highly available and resilient cloud-native solutions leveraging event-driven architecture, automated recovery patterns, and fault-tolerant system design. · Leverage AI-enabled Developer Lifecycle Capabilities including code generation, automated testing, code analysis, troubleshooting assistance, and deployment validation to accelerate software delivery and improve quality. · Participate in architecture design discussions and contribute to engineering standards, reference architectures, and cloud modernization initiatives. · · Drive CI/CD automation using modern DevOps practices for rapid, reliable deployments. · Implement secure-by-design cloud services following industry best practices for authentication, authorization, encryption, secrets management, and data protection. · Implement automated testing frameworks and AI-assisted quality assurance. · Monitor and optimize application performance across distributed environments. · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end cloud and AI-driven solutions. · Build and maintain observability capabilities including logging, tracing, metrics, alerting, and dashboards to ensure application reliability and operational excellence. Monitor and optimize cloud resource utilization and operational costs through efficient architecture and infrastructure automation. · · Provide second-level support for custom-developed applications. Qualifications (Education & Experience) Qualifications include: · Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot. Typescript/node is a plus. · Hands-on expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including Cloud Run, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Terraform. · Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes). · Experience with microservice architecture, API design, and serverless computing. · Experience/exposure to performance testing. · Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (Oracle, MongoDB). · Proficiency in CI/CD tools (Maven, GitLab). · Ability to leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., code generation, automated refactoring). · Strong problem-solving and communication skills. · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred. · GCP certification and experience with data pipelines are a plus. Working Conditions · Work on cutting-edge cloud projects impacting millions of customers. · A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. · Opportunities for career growth in a fast-evolving digital landscape. · A fun, supportive environment where your ideas matter Competitive salary $98,077 - $117,692. The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Saint Louis Support Center With more than 2,000 Panera LLC and independent franchise bakery-cafes in the Panera Bread® family, and more locations opening all the time, it’s no wonder our company has been an excellent source of career and personal growth opportunities for more than 25 years. In neighborhoods across the U.S. and Canada, customers enjoy flavorful, handcrafted meals centered around freshly baked artisan bread. To us, that means serving food like we serve our own families – free of any of the items on our ‘No No’ List. Along the way, we also like to give back to our community. We enjoy working together, shoulder to shoulder with our customers, to confront a serious problem plaguing communities across this country – Hunger. Through our Panera Cares community cafes, we offer a dignified dining experience in an uplifting environment. In addition, we support our communities through day-end donations at our bakery-cafe locations and partner with local non-profit organizations. It’s this warmth that you’ll find when you join Panera Bread. From our competitive compensation and benefits packages to our unique cultural values, we’re confident you’ll find us a rewarding and fun place to work.