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As TaylorMade continues to grow, the number and complexity of integrations are increasing. TaylorMade maintains a substantial number of data interfaces across multiple time zones, operating 24/7, many involving multi-step processes and connecting several major global applications. This ecosystem requires continuous monitoring, support, and enhancement.

The Senior Software Engineer, Integration is responsible for the ongoing improvement and evolution of TaylorMade's enterprise application integration (EAI) environment, including supporting processes, procedures, and technologies. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in delivering modern, high-performing, and secure business software systems using cutting-edge technologies and tools, including middleware, iPaaS, and cloud-based databases. This position is responsible for designing and building best-in-class application integration architectures and interfaces, leveraging both real-time and batch integration patterns.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in all aspects of high-level planning, design, development, and deployment of data integrations.

• Lead middleware and application interface activities, utilizing a strong EAI background to develop solutions.

• Design and architect ETL solutions for on-premise to on-premise, on-premise to cloud, and cloud-to-cloud scenarios.

• Participate in technical discussions and provide guidance and expertise for Informatica and related middleware and data architecture technologies.

• Ensure all interfaces and middleware components perform as expected and are proactively monitored and managed for availability and capacity.

• Employ strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude, taking full ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Implement features based on detailed requirements.

• Write unit tests and participates in code reviews.

• Follow established SDLC processes and documentation standards.

• Tackle complex problems with minimal supervision.

• Perform root cause analysis and propose long-term fixes.

• Apply architectural patterns and evaluate trade-offs.

• Collaborate across teams and disciplines.

• Communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Provide mentorship and peer coaching.

• Mentor junior developers and contractors and shares knowledge.

• Take initiative in leading small projects or efforts.

• Demonstrate leadership behaviors and growth mindset.

• Performs other related duties and assignments as required

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

• Hands-on expertise in Informatica Cloud CDI (Cloud Data Integration) and CAI (Cloud Application Integration).

• Advanced SQL skills, with the ability to write and optimize complex queries.

• Strong experience handling complex file formats (JSON, XML, flat files).

• Familiarity with messaging systems; Kafka preferred.

• Working knowledge of Python for scripting and automation tasks.

• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, high-performing integration solutions.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build meaningful stakeholder relationships and collaborate across teams.

• Self-starter with high integrity, accountability, and a results-driven mindset.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal oversight and evolving processes.

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native integration tools.

• Knowledge of API management and RESTful service design

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for integration deployments.

• Understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and their impact on integration design.

Education, Work Experience, and Professional Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (i.e., computer science, engineering, management information systems)

• 6+ years of hands-on experience designing and building end-to-end data integrations leveraging middleware platforms

• 5 years designing and building EAI architectures

• 3+ years of experience with Informatica Cloud platform

• Experience with data warehouse as well as integration of transactional systems with Data Warehouse

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

• Normal office conditions with extensive computer and phone usage.

• Ability to work extended hours as necessary.

• Able to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.

• Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials.

• Frequent travel may be required.

TaylorMade is a performance driven organization and our total rewards approach to compensation is designed to support this. We consider many factors in determining base compensation, including position scope, job related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and work location. The expected annual base pay range for this position is $150,000 - $165,000. Additional benefits, such as health & wellness, performance bonuses, product discounts, holidays, paid time off, etc. may also be offered in accordance with our plans.

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TaylorMade Golf Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.