Lead the teams to build the next-generation warehouse management platform.
United States Cold Storage owns and operates one of the most complex temperature-controlled logistics networks in North America. Every day, our systems coordinate the storage and movement of food on a national scale across a network of state-of-the-art distribution centers, including multiple highly automated warehouse facilities.
We continue to advance our core warehouse and logistics platforms. Our current focus is on modular, event-driven, API-first, and cloud architecture. We are also strengthening site reliability engineering and responsible AI practices to improve system reliability and engineering productivity. This investment supports continued innovation and operational excellence across our facilities.
If you want to build durable systems that operate in the physical world at scale, this is the opportunity.
The Software Development Manager - Modernization will lead multiple engineering teams responsible for modernizing US Cold’s warehouse management platform. This role requires a highly technical software leader with deep experience in Java application development, enterprise architecture, and large-scale application modernization.
Your teams will incrementally transform a large, production Java monolith built with Spring and Hibernate into an API-first, event-driven microservices architecture on Microsoft Azure. You will remain actively involved in architecture discussions, technical design reviews, code reviews, and engineering decisions. You will help teams make sound tradeoffs that balance delivery speed, reliability, security, and long-term maintainability.
You will partner closely with Architecture, Platform, Site Reliability Engineering, Quality Assurance, Product, and business stakeholders. You will also own team performance, execution, hiring, vendor accountability, and delivery outcomes while serving as a credible technical voice with senior leadership.
This role blends technical architecture with traditional people management. The successful candidate must be able to challenge designs, guide implementation, assess code quality, and lead engineers through complex modernization work.
You will:
This role is primarily technical and office-based, with occasional interaction in operational environments depending on system needs.
If annual hours are attained, these benefits may apply. Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Legal Insurance, Pet Discount, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care + Permanent Life Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Supplemental Disability Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Supplemental Spouse Life Insurance, Child Life Insurance, Loan Solution, Health Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Flexible Spending Account, Telemedicine, Virtual Primary Care, Prescription Savings Plan, Prescription Specialty Copay Assistance Program, Weight Management Program, Chronic Condition Management, Care Navigator Program, 24/7 Nurse Line, Expert Medical Opinion, Precious Additions Maternity Program, Health Advocacy, Employee Assistance Program, Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Digital Physical Therapy, Behavioral and Mental Health Platforms, Auto and home discount program, Secure Travel Protection, Discount Programs, 401(k) plan, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, Referral program & Commuter Benefit (NJ ONLY).
May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to carry out everyday activities. Effective communication, vision, and hearing are essential for safety and productivity. Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential equipment as required. Additional work hours may be requested by management to help manage employee production, projects, and/or special events. Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication. Attend in-person meetings and/or training on a regular basis. Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills. Follow verbal instructions, written instructions, and company policies. Work independently and coordinate with others. Fast-paced environment, managing stress and meeting productivity standards.
Job functions may vary based on the area of operation. This description outlines the most common tasks required for the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. This job description may not encompass all tasks necessary to complete the role.
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USCS’s century of cold storage excellence in America is backboned by 42 world-class facilities across 13 states. Our purpose goes beyond industry-leading locations and services. USCS has over three thousand hardworking employees who love what they do, dedicated to keeping us at the top of the cold storage industry. We’ll do whatever it takes for our partners to profitably reach their goals, whether it’s primary storage or fully integrated 3rd party logistics solutions.
United States Cold Storage is dedicated to being the leader in providing highly reliable and cost-effective logistics solutions to the frozen and refrigerated food industry, giving our customers the competitive edge they need to succeed in the ever-changing business environment.
Our world-class facilities are located in the following states: California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Virginia.
