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Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Remediates platform issues and bottlenecks impacting software development activities.

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Remediates platform issues and bottlenecks impacting software development activities.

Data Engineer - IT Sustainability

Issaquah, WA · On-site

$132.10K - $158.60K/yr

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... installing and upgrading software and maintaining relevant documentation. • Develops and ...

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Remediates platform issues and bottlenecks impacting software development activities.

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Remediates platform issues and bottlenecks impacting software development activities.

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Remediates platform issues and bottlenecks impacting software development activities.

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Remediates platform issues and bottlenecks impacting software development activities.

BI Engineer - Data Analytics

Issaquah, WA

$58.75 - $76.50/hr

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Analyzes business needs and software requirements to determine the feasibility of design within ...

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BI Engineer - Data Analytics

Issaquah, WA · On-site

$58.75 - $76.50/hr

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale , the third largest retailer ... Analyzes business needs and software requirements to determine the feasibility of design within ...

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How much do costco software jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for costco software in the United States is $131,025.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,000.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Costco Software Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Costco Software Engineer, you need a strong background in computer science, software development, and problem-solving, typically supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Proficiency with programming languages (such as Java, C#, or Python), experience with cloud platforms, and familiarity with software development tools like Git and CI/CD systems are commonly required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are valuable soft skills that set successful engineers apart in collaborative, fast-paced environments. These skills ensure the delivery of reliable, scalable solutions that support Costco's business operations and customer experience.

How does a Software Engineer at Costco typically collaborate with other departments to deliver technology solutions?

At Costco, Software Engineers frequently work in cross-functional teams that include business analysts, project managers, QA testers, and stakeholders from various departments such as logistics, finance, or merchandising. Collaboration often involves regular meetings to gather requirements, clarify project goals, and review progress, ensuring that software solutions align with the unique operational needs of each department. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as engineers must translate business needs into technical solutions while accommodating feedback from non-technical team members. This collaborative environment supports both personal growth and the delivery of robust, scalable applications that drive Costco’s business operations.

What does a Costco Software employee do?

A Costco Software employee typically works within the IT or technology division of Costco, developing, maintaining, and supporting software applications used by the company. Their responsibilities can include designing software solutions for inventory management, e-commerce, point-of-sale systems, and internal business tools. These professionals collaborate with other departments to ensure technology aligns with business goals and enhances operational efficiency. They may also be involved in troubleshooting technical issues, implementing software updates, and ensuring system security.

What is the difference between Costco Software vs Costco IT Specialist?

AspectCostco SoftwareCostco IT Specialist
Required CredentialsTypically requires software development or IT certifications, programming skillsRequires IT certifications, technical troubleshooting, and support skills
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, software development teams, project-basedRetail stores, technical support, on-site troubleshooting
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in software development, internal tools, and applicationsUsed in retail stores for technical support and infrastructure maintenance

Costco Software professionals focus on developing and maintaining software solutions, often working in office environments. In contrast, Costco IT Specialists provide technical support within retail locations, troubleshooting hardware and software issues on-site. Both roles require IT-related certifications but differ in daily tasks and work settings.

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Infographic showing various Costco Software job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,025 per year, or $63 per hour.
DevOps Engineer - LTL & Fulfillment Platform Operations

DevOps Engineer - LTL & Fulfillment Platform Operations

Costco

Issaquah, WA • On-site

$60.75 - $83.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Costco rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 1,873 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Costco IT is responsible for the technical future of Costco Wholesale, the third largest retailer in the world with wholesale operations in fourteen countries. Despite our size and explosive international expansion, we continue to provide a family, employee centric atmosphere in which our employees thrive and succeed.
This is an environment unlike anything in the high-tech world and the secret of Costco's success is its culture. The value Costco puts on its employees is well documented in articles from a variety of publishers including Bloomberg and Forbes. Our employees and our members come FIRST. Costco is well known for its generosity and community service and has won many awards for its philanthropy. The company joins with its employees to take an active role in volunteering by sponsoring many opportunities to help others.
Come join the Costco Wholesale IT family. Costco IT is a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working through exciting transformation efforts. We are building the next generation retail environment where you will be surrounded by dedicated and highly professional employees.
DevOps Engineers automate software builds, test and deployment systems, and infrastructure as code. DevOps Engineers manage various development, test, staging, and demo environments (code deployment using Continuous Improvement (CI)/Continuous Delivery (CD) pipelines, backups, data refreshes), as well as deploy and manage software into Costco's production environment while leveraging as much automation as possible. They are responsible for continually advancing the technology in a collaborative and creative agile environment using many of the latest technologies and industry best practices and finding better and more efficient ways of delivering solutions that meet business objectives.
This role manages various development, test, staging, and demo environments (code deployment, backups, data refreshes), as well as deploys and manages software in Costco's production environment while leveraging as much automation as possible. The DevOps Engineer is responsible for continually advancing the technology in a collaborative and creative agile environment, using many of the latest technologies and industry best practices and finding better and more efficient ways of delivering solutions that meet business objectives.
If you want to be a part of one of the worldwide BEST companies "to work for", simply apply and let your career be reimagined.
ROLE
  • Identifies, creates, and applies software development and security standards and practices.
  • Plans, designs, and documents software components.
  • Develops and operates end-to-end automated solutions for IT ops activities (including deployment, release management, monitoring, etc.)
  • Collaborates with Operations, Development, and QA functions to develop solutions that are predisposed to scalability and simplified maintenance.
  • Configures and maintains on-premises and Azure cloud infrastructure to ensure availability, performance, scalability and security of development, testing and production environments, relying on automated scripts, and configuration management tools.
  • Creates, and manages Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Maintains, extends, and builds automated CI and CD pipelines.
  • Demonstrates expertise in the deployment of integrated or stand-alone releases across multiple interconnected and dispersed applications.
  • Uses industry standard tools to improve and speed up delivery of our products and services.
  • Provides fast and thoughtful issue resolution by executing quick fixes or proactively identifying and solving problems related to builds in production environments.
  • Creates the pipeline to periodically generate code quality metrics.
  • Drives each team to be self-sufficient by providing tools and training and brings different teams together to work towards common goals.
  • Coordinates resources across technology functions to stand up and monitor environments.
  • Configures and automates development and test environment, deployment, automation, and support test data management.
  • Establishes workflows that use the automated pipelines for CI and CD.
  • Works closely with product and application teams to create version control branching strategy.
  • Works cross-value streams with other DevOps Engineers to avoid and resolve merge conflicts.
  • Develops tool integrations that allow for end-to-end traceability for application development (from requirements to code objects changed to meet the requirements).

REQUIRED
  • 5+ years' IT experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery.
  • Working experience with infrastructure as code building CI/CD pipelines, from a greenfield scenario.
  • Experience in Container Technology including Kubernetes and Docker.
  • Experience with automated management systems such as Azure DevOps/Ansible/Jenkins/Terraform.
  • Experience provisioning and managing cloud services required, Azure preferred.
  • Solid understanding of development/coding methodologies.
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to logically think through problem situations.
  • Solid understanding of application architecture, network technologies, application security, and infrastructure architecture.
  • High integrity, accountability, a positive attitude, and be willing to do what it takes to make the team successful.
  • Team player, good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Creative, likes challenges.
  • Able to support off-hours work as required, including weekends, holidays, and 24/7 on call responsibilities on a rotational basis.

Recommended
  • 3+ years' experience deploying enterprise cloud technologies.
  • 5+ years' experience with enterprise infrastructure and software systems.
  • Microsoft Azure certification(s).
  • Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD) certification(s).
  • Knowledge of Agile Methodologies (scrum, kanban).
  • Proficient in Google Workspace applications, including Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Gmail.

Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Resume
California applicants, please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice.
Level 1 - $85,000 - $110,000
Level 2 - $105,000 - $135,000
Level 3 - $130,000 - $160,000
Level SR - $150,000 - $190,000, Bonus and Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) eligible
Level Staff - $180,000 - $225,000, Bonus and Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) eligible
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance, health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plan to eligible employees.
Costco is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Costco is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to IT-Recruiting@costco.com
If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. In some cases, applicants and employees for selected positions will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H1-B visas.

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Costco is a membership warehouse club, dedicated to bringing our members the best possible prices on quality brand-name merchandise. With more than 800 locations worldwide, Costco provides a wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services, all designed to make your shopping experience a pleasurable one. Today, as the company evolves, it stays true to the qualities that helped attract and retain millions of loyal members around the globe: Commitment to quality. Costco warehouses carry about 4,000 SKUs (stock keeping units) compared to the 30,000 found at most supermarkets. By carefully choosing products based on quality, price, brand, and features, the company can offer the best value to members.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Issaquah, WA, US

Year founded

1983