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CARMAX Manager, App Sys in Richmond, Virginia
8116 - Midtown Office - 2220 W. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23220
CarMax, the way your career should be!
About this job
The Technology Manager at CarMax is a people leader who is passionate about technology and how it enables a growing organization. They define roadmaps, manage stakeholders, and align the team to the organizational vision. They are often found partnering across teams and working closely with technologists to execute projects while helping to eliminate barriers and roadblocks. The Technology Manager will often lead Agile ceremonies and work with third parties on project deliverables. If you have a passion for people and technology, this is the job for you!
What you will do – Essential Responsibilities
Work with stakeholders to assist with roadmaps.
Develop people through effective communication and ongoing feedback
Participate in cost management/budgeting and production support as needed
Shape an inclusive culture to attract strong talent while thriving in innovation, continuous improvement, collaborative teamwork, and delivery of technology solutions
Communicate effectively at and above their level, ensuring alignment and support for team objectives with stakeholders and Senior Leadership
Lead a team of remote and hybrid Engineers with varying levels of experience in a product focused organization to adapt to a changing landscape
Work through others to deliver resilient and scalable technology solutions that solve for complex business problems
Purpose of the role
The Technology Manager’s primary responsibility is to partner with their business areas and provide technology solutions and services that help deliver CarMax’s strategic mission and plans. This Manager will lead a team of talented engineers enabling CarMax's technology journey. You will be results-oriented, data-driven, and have a proven record of accomplishment influencing outcomes without direct decision-making authority. The Manager will be comfortable guiding teams and setting performance standards and motivating associates to perform quality work. The Manager, in partnership with their leader, is responsible for identifying high performing talent, gaps in talent, and developing associates to close the gaps.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education and Experience - BS/BA degree required with preference for a Technology related field of study (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)
5+ years of experience in Information Technology with 5+ years of application systems development and implementation
3+ years’ experience managing direct reports
3+ years of experience required leading software projects leveraging Agile practices
Experience with Digital Marketing Platforms
Experience with various marketing campaign approaches and KPI
Experience with marketing cloud reporting
Experience with managing dynamic content with marketing cloud
Experience with API integration and data feed with marketing cloud
Experience working on different integration patterns with Enterprise Systems (Customer Data, etc)
Understand Salesforce marketing cloud architecture and best practices (nice to have)
Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the Richmond, VA CarMax Technology Innovation Center or the Dallas, TX Technology Hub and have a Hybrid work arrangement.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
About CarMax
CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.
Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
CarMax is committed to bringing together people from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment.
CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, and any other characteristics protected by law.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
