senior product developer

Now Brewing – senior product developer, Roastery & Reserve

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

Starbucks Roastery & Reserve is responsible for stewarding the Starbucks brand within a portfolio of iconic flagship locations, Reserve Stores and Reserve Kitchens across the US. As a place for community, gathering, and dynamic shared experiences, Roastery & Reserve celebrates craft and in a place that provides a sense of belonging for partners and customers alike.

As part of the Starbucks Reserve Culinary Development & Operations team, this job contributes to Starbucks success by planning and executing complex and multiple assigned projects related to the innovation and development of food products that align with the successful execution of company initiatives.

As a senior product developer, Roastery & Reserve, you will… 

• Gather, analyze, and maintain product and technology trend information and conduct idea generation sessions to initiate creation of new food products. Design and conduct benchtop experiments and tests, including Product Guidance testing recommendations, commercialization and in-market testing to deliver project requirements. 


• Support the commercialization phase of projects by developing product and process specifications and conducting kitchen testing for selected prototypes. Develop initial cost of goods, packaging, labeling and regulatory information. Ensure that products and processes have met initial quality assurance, safety and risk assessment requirements. 


• Provide technical input to clarify project requirements and prepare project plans for approval, prioritization and allocation of technical resources. Ensure that key technical hurdles and deliverables are set and agreed upon. Develop work plans and timelines for upstream innovation. Manage the project information flow and act as the key project liaison between the cross-functional operations and sourcing teams and Quality Assurance. 


• Support the start-up and implementation of the product . Revise technical information in the specifications.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Benchtop to full-scale commercialization (5 years)


• Product and/or menu development in the food and beverage, or related industry (5 years)


• Project and process management experience ( Preferred)


• Culinary Degree or related field ( Preferred)

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com .

*If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at View email address on jobs.jobcopilot.com .