About the role
Job Description
- NOTE This position is offered as a hybrid role in the Seattle, WA area. You must be willing to work onsite at the Nordstrom Seattle office a minimum of 4 days/week in order to be considered for this position. Nordstrom is looking for a Senior Engineer 2 to join our Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team — and we think that person could be you. You'll help build the scalable, reliable, and resilient systems that keep Nordstrom running for millions of customers. You'll set and maintain high operational standards, lead key projects from concept to execution, and bring fresh thinking to how our team solves problems. Your work will directly shape how seamlessly our systems perform. If you're someone who thrives on solving complex reliability challenges and wants your contributions to have real, visible impact, this is a team where that work matters. A day in the life…
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure their systems meet Nordstrom’s standards for operational excellence.
- Mentor team members and other engineers on best practices in SRE.
- Lead the design and implementation of projects aimed at improving operational excellence across the Technology Team. Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure reliability and scalability.
- Develop and refine tools and automation to enhance system performance and operational efficiency. Participate in on-call rotations to provide support for critical issues and incidents. Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and reduce manual efforts through automation.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of documentation for systems and procedures. You own this if you have… A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent experience 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on site reliability or infrastructure Proficiency with Kubernetes and containerization technologies
- Experience with languages such as Java, Go, Python
- Experience with cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, and Azure
- Strong networking experience and understanding of network protocols Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams Pay Range Details The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. $166,000.00 - $258,000.00 Annual We’ve got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_17-19.pdf A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job. For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines. Current Nordstrom employees To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs. Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date. © 2026 Nordstrom, Inc About Us We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity. CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs. OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence. CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation. HERE TO WIN We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day. WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us!