Lead Software Engineer - Finance Systems (Hybrid) Publix Super Markets, Inc. - 3.9 Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time $10,400 - $15,600 a month 1 day ago Qualifications Cloud analytics services Software engineering Databricks Data visualization software proficiency Azure Automation Enterprise software Defect analysis Engineering process optimization Data reporting Developing accounting systems Enterprise solutions implementation Scalable systems Technology security practices Enterprise software systems development Technical solutions implementation Collaboration with product development teams Business intelligence tools Managing engineering teams Product backlog management Mentoring Leading team collaboration initiatives Scalability Engineering product development Cloud Architecture Design (Architecture design skills) AI-driven automation Continuous improvement for developers Senior level Systems architecture experience within finance Design (software development lifecycle) Full Job Description Publix Super Markets, Inc., the largest employee-owned company in the U.S., is driven by a dynamic technology team of 2,300+ professionals delivering innovative solutions to 1,400+ stores and 260,000+ associates across 8 states. From IT security and platform engineering to architecture, software development, and infrastructure, we offer career opportunities at every level - internships through technical leadership. Join a company consistently ranked among Fortune's "100 Best Companies to Work For" and help us build more than great subs - build the future of technology at Publix. We're hiring a Lead Software Developer for our Vendor Funding Accounting team within Publix Technology's Finance Systems organization. In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams—Accounting, Corporate Purchasing, Enterprise Architecture, SAP, and Data & AI—to design, develop, and scale a next-generation vendor funding platform. Your expertise will power modern, service-based accounting technology that replaces legacy tools and delivers transformative impact to how Publix manages vendor funding.

Location:

Hybrid (Lakeland, FL): To support our hybrid work model, candidates must reside, or be willing to relocate, within a commutable distance of Lakeland, FL.

Work Model:

Enjoy the best of both worlds - collaborate in person and innovate remotely.

Interview Process:

Candidates selected to advance in the interview process will be required to participate in at least one onsite interview at our Lakeland, FL campus. W hy Join Us?

Hybrid Flexibility:

Work remotely when you need focus time and join us onsite for high-impact collaboration and brainstorming sessions.

Operational Efficiency:

Ensure technology solutions support efficient workflows and enable automation to improve operational effectiveness.

Cutting-Edge AI Projects:

Drive innovation in AI platforms, integrating advanced tools and frameworks to solve complex business challenges.

Empowered Culture:

We value autonomy, creativity, and continuous learning—your ideas shape the future of technology in our organization. Your Impact Lead the architecture, design, and hands-on development of scalable, service-based solutions, driving technical excellence across the platform. Partner with Product Owners and cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-quality enterprise solutions while influencing key technical and architectural decisions. Provide technical leadership through solution design, code reviews, defect analysis, and mentoring engineers across a hybrid team environment. Guide backlog refinement and development priorities, ensuring alignment with business goals, architectural standards, and long-term platform strategy. Leverage modern cloud and data technologies, including Azure Databricks, Unity Catalog, and Power BI, to support enterprise analytics and reporting capabilities. Champion engineering best practices, including spec-driven development, AI-assisted software delivery, operational support, and continuous improvement of development standards. #LI-JB1