SW Solutions Architect

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS or IT or equivalent experience

7-10+ years of designing and developing software solutions, in progressively responsible roles

2+ years in an architecture role is desired. Talented Communicator

Breadth of experience with languages, operating systems/deployment, databases, patterns, and anti-patterns-as a basis for developing architecture and designs

Leadership experience, able to build great relationships while representing the program and platform. Note: Leadership does not necessarily equate with direct reports.

Experience working in multiple domains, understanding where to draw context boundaries and where to aggregate concepts

Knowledge of Domain Driven Design a plus

Ability to lead and contribute to discussions around platform design and business concepts

Capable of explaining technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders

Capable of diving deep into technical designs as a trusted expert

Working knowledge of UML or similar modeling language

Fundamental knowledge of applicable technologies

** APIs-ReST, RPC, OAS, GraphQL ** HTTP **

Service communication-eventing, polling, messaging ** Integration patterns **

Identity concepts-authN/authZ

.NET development experience a plus

History of operating independently, managing disparate projects with competing deadlines, and maximizing impact

JOB DESCRIPTION

Technical Designer of Software

Collaborate with business owners, analysts, architects, and other stakeholders to understand business, technical, and functional needs of the enterprise

Define and evolve a platform that will implement consistent and reusable concepts across different applications and services

Break down problems into implementable solutions and convey that understanding of the commerce platform using domain modeling, API designs, technical approach overviews, sequence diagrams, etc. Technology Expert

Be an expert in the implemented Store Platform solutions

Collaborate with development and application architects on new technologies and implementation approaches

Occasionally perform PoC's when a new technology or tool needs to be proven out for introduction into the platform Thought-Leader

Act as a subject matter expert for one to three business domains, balancing current needs with future vision

Be a bridge where needed between development and business, ideally helping both speak the same language

Champion solutions internally to Technology stakeholders, and externally to business stakeholders and beyond

Mentor others on solutions & approaches within the solution team & in the program