Associate Technical Lead – Talent Pool

About Sysco LABS

Sysco LABS is the Global In-House Center of Sysco Corporation (NYSE: SYY), the world’s largest foodservice company. Sysco ranks 56th in the Fortune 500 list and is the global leader in the trillion-dollar foodservice industry. Sysco employs over 75,000 associates, has 337 smart distribution facilities worldwide and over 14,000 IoT-enabled trucks serving 730,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2025 that ended June 29, 2025, the company generated sales of more than $81.4 billion. Sysco LABS Sri Lanka delivers the technology that powers Sysco’s end-to-end operations. Sysco LABS’ enterprise technology is present in the end-to-end foodservice journey, enabling the sourcing of food products, merchandising, storage and warehouse operations, order placement and pricing algorithms, the delivery of food and supplies to Sysco’s global network and the in-restaurant dining experience of the end-customer.

We are building a talent pool for future Associate Technical Lead opportunities at Sysco Labs.

Role Overview

As an Associate Technical Lead at Sysco LABS, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing enterprise solutions for the world’s largest foodservice company. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on highly scalable and robust applications that power Sysco's end-to-end operations. You will be responsible for architecting and implementing software solutions, ensuring code quality, and contributing to team management and processes. This is a challenging yet rewarding position that allows you to make a significant impact on a global scale.

A Day in the Life

Your day-to-day activities will include:

• Designing and developing enterprise solutions for Sysco.
• Implementing distributed and highly robust enterprise applications.
• Architecting scalable software solutions and documenting design decisions.
• Conducting detailed technical design of software solutions.
• Breaking down user stories into clear and achievable technical tasks.
• Implementing technical designs through coding, service integration, and component creation.
• Ensuring high engineering quality through code reviews, unit tests, and analytics.
• Adhering to engineering principles and related processes.
• Contributing to team and project management.
• Grooming and reviewing the work of junior team members, providing constructive feedback.

Why Colombo, Sri Lanka

Colombo, Sri Lanka, offers a vibrant and dynamic environment for technology professionals. Sysco LABS provides a state-of-the-art workplace in Colombo, allowing you to work on global projects while enjoying the rich culture and beautiful landscapes of Sri Lanka. The cost of living is relatively low compared to Western countries, providing a comfortable lifestyle. Colombo also boasts a growing tech community, offering networking and learning opportunities.

Career Path

The Associate Technical Lead role is a stepping stone to further career advancement within Sysco LABS. Potential career paths include:

• Technical Lead
• Senior Technical Lead
• Principal Engineer
• Architect
• Engineering Manager

Sysco LABS is committed to providing opportunities for professional growth and development, allowing you to build a long and successful career within the organization.

Salary & Benefits

Sysco LABS offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

Sysco Culture

Sysco LABS fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. Our employees are passionate about technology and dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions to our customers. We encourage teamwork and knowledge sharing, and we provide opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply

If you are a talented and motivated software engineer with a passion for technology and a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for the Associate Technical Lead position at Sysco LABS. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your relevant experience and skills, and explain why you are interested in working for Sysco LABS.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Sysco LABS?

   Sysco LABS is the Global In-House Center of Sysco Corporation, the world’s largest foodservice company. We deliver the technology that powers Sysco’s end-to-end operations.

2. What technologies will I be working with?

   You will be working with a variety of technologies, including RESTful APIs, microservices, HTML5, Java, Spring, JavaScript/ES6, Node.js, React, React Native, Angular, SQL, NoSQL, and cloud technologies.

3. What are the qualifications for this role?

   The qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, 4+ years of experience developing production enterprise applications, experience managing teams, and extensive full-stack experience with web-based technologies.

4. What are the responsibilities of an Associate Technical Lead?

   The responsibilities include designing and developing enterprise solutions, implementing distributed applications, architecting software solutions, conducting technical design, breaking down user stories, ensuring code quality, and contributing to team management.

5. What is the career path for this role?

   The career path includes opportunities to advance to Technical Lead, Senior Technical Lead, Principal Engineer, Architect, and Engineering Manager.

6. What is the salary and benefits package?

   Sysco LABS offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance, disability insurance, a retirement plan, an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.

7. What is the company culture like?

   Sysco LABS fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.

8. How do I apply for this position?

   To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your relevant experience and skills, and explain why you are interested in working for Sysco LABS.

9. Is this role remote?

   This role is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and is not a remote position.

10. What opportunities for professional development are offered?

    Sysco LABS is committed to providing opportunities for professional growth and development, including training programs, mentorship opportunities, and opportunities to attend industry conferences.