Lead Software Engineer

Overview We are PepsiCo PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies with more than $79 Billion in Net Revenue and a global portfolio of diverse and beloved brands. We have a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes 22 brands that each generate more than $1 Billion in annual retail sales. PepsiCo's products are sold in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo's strength is its people. We are over 250,000 game changers, mountain movers and history makers, located around the world, and united by a shared set of values and goals. We believe that acting ethically and responsibly is not only the right thing to do, but also the right thing to do for our business. At PepsiCo, we aim to deliver top-tier financial performance over the long term by integrating sustainability into our business strategy, leaving a positive imprint on society and the environment. We call this Winning with Purpose. For more information on PepsiCo and the opportunities it holds, visit www.pepsico.com. Digital Products and Services at PepsiCo The Digital Evolution is critical to driving PepsiCo’s ambitions around being FASTER, STRONGER, and BETTER. The Digital Products & Services team designs, builds, and stands up digital solutions across the value chain, that are embedded into business processes to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain high ROI. Guided by PEPSICO’s global priorities, the Digital Products & Services team create user-centric digital products that can be scaled globally by leveraging the leading technologies, advanced analytics algorithms and latest user research. Responsibilities Lead Software Engineer The Lead Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in software development activities and long-term initiative planning and collaboration across the Strategy & Transformation (S&T) organization. Software Engineering is the cornerstone of scalable digital transformation across PepsiCo’s value chain. This candidate will support the end-to-end software development experience and deliver high quality software as part of the DevOps process. The candidate will be part of our software development team to ensure we deliver the best possible software solutions and ensure they are generating value through cost savings or incremental value. This candidate will work closely with the user experience, product, IT, and process engineering teams to develop new products and prioritize deliver solutions across S&T core priorities. Role Responsibilities: Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge applications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with product managers, architects, and business teams to translate high-level strategies into executable development plans. Develop and maintain a technical roadmap that supports business objectives, leveraging industry best practices and emerging technologies. Foster the growth of a scalable and resilient technology platform, leveraging cloud, AI, and data analytics to enhance user experiences. Identify and resolve roadblocks that hinder project delivery, ensuring consistent progress and stakeholder satisfaction. Partner with key business stakeholders to recommend and implement solutions that drive operational efficiency and innovation.Support the vision and guide a team of engineers to build and support digital products and services (DPS) across S&T core priorities Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on full-stack development. Proficiency in modern development frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js, with 2+ years of experience in mobile app development (iOS/Android). 2+ yrs of experience in React Native framework for mobile. Expertise in both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Couchbase) databases. Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, with experience in leading cross-functional teams. Excellent problem-solving skills and experience managing mission-critical systems in a fast-paced environment. Solid understanding of software design principles, patterns, and best practices. Qualities Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in technology solutions. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a diverse engineering team. Curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies and methodologies. At PepsiCo, we recognize that our success is driven by our talented and dedicated employees. Our Employee Value Proposition is built on a foundation of competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to your professional growth and personal well-being. We offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where innovation thrives and your contributions are celebrated. Join us to make an impact, grow your career, and be part of a company that values sustainability, community engagement, and ethical practices.


Lead Software Engineer The Lead Software Engineer will play a pivotal role in software development activities and long-term initiative planning and collaboration across the Strategy & Transformation (S&T) organization. Software Engineering is the cornerstone of scalable digital transformation across PepsiCo’s value chain. This candidate will support the end-to-end software development experience and deliver high quality software as part of the DevOps process. The candidate will be part of our software development team to ensure we deliver the best possible software solutions and ensure they are generating value through cost savings or incremental value. This candidate will work closely with the user experience, product, IT, and process engineering teams to develop new products and prioritize deliver solutions across S&T core priorities. Role Responsibilities: Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge applications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with product managers, architects, and business teams to translate high-level strategies into executable development plans. Develop and maintain a technical roadmap that supports business objectives, leveraging industry best practices and emerging technologies. Foster the growth of a scalable and resilient technology platform, leveraging cloud, AI, and data analytics to enhance user experiences. Identify and resolve roadblocks that hinder project delivery, ensuring consistent progress and stakeholder satisfaction. Partner with key business stakeholders to recommend and implement solutions that drive operational efficiency and innovation.Support the vision and guide a team of engineers to build and support digital products and services (DPS) across S&T core priorities


Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on full-stack development. Proficiency in modern development frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js, with 2+ years of experience in mobile app development (iOS/Android). 2+ yrs of experience in React Native framework for mobile. Expertise in both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Couchbase) databases. Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, with experience in leading cross-functional teams. Excellent problem-solving skills and experience managing mission-critical systems in a fast-paced environment. Solid understanding of software design principles, patterns, and best practices. Qualities Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in technology solutions. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a diverse engineering team. Curiosity and eagerness to learn new technologies and methodologies. At PepsiCo, we recognize that our success is driven by our talented and dedicated employees. Our Employee Value Proposition is built on a foundation of competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to your professional growth and personal well-being. We offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where innovation thrives and your contributions are celebrated. Join us to make an impact, grow your career, and be part of a company that values sustainability, community engagement, and ethical practices.