***no C2C***

***Full time in office - this is not a remote or hybrid position***

We are seeking an IT Solutions Architect to join a fantastic retail organization. The ideal candidate will have some retail experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Over a decade of relevant experience in IT Management or similar roles within information technology solutions architecture
• Preferably 2-3 years of experience in the retail sector
• Proficiency in Data Integration patterns and tools
• Demonstrated experience in crafting solutions in both cloud and hybrid cloud environments
• Understanding of network and security principles concerning integration and data flow among systems
• Solid understanding of security in on-premises and cloud environments
• Familiarity with vendor management tools and integration with Enterprise Architecture (EA) tools
• Familiarity with IT Architectural frameworks such as TOGAF and Zachman
• Knowledge of retail supply chain and planning, including merchandising, is advantageous
• Preferably involved in at least two implementations of enterprise-class supply chain management systems
• Strong preference for experience in services design (SOA/Microservices) and COTS enterprise-class applications in retailing

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the identification and recommendation of suitable solutions, upgrades, replacements, or decommissioning options, considering business and technology productivity, usability, and total cost of ownership
• Develop and implement solutions to reduce the time spent on reactive work
• Collaborate with business and technology experts to formulate end-to-end solutions aligning with enterprise standards and guidelines set by Enterprise Architecture
• Establish a strong working relationship between IT and operations through interactions with business leadership
• Model solutions from conceptual, logical, and physical perspectives (N 1 views)
• Create artifacts defining the N 1 views of the end-to-end solution, including context, data domain, logical, physical, and deployment aspects
• Facilitate the requirements refinement process, particularly focusing on service-level requirements
• Engage with other IT departments to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the proposed architecture and incorporate feedback
• Participate in design reviews to ensure alignment of the design with the proposed solution architecture
• Contribute to enterprise guidelines, standards, and principles by adopting and propagating precedents
• Communicate architecture decisions underlying the solution architecture
• Proactively engage with business stakeholders to address their immediate and future requirements through IT
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of company policies, procedures, and safety regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned, as responsibilities may evolve

SKILLS

• Proficiency in bridging the gap between waterfall and agile methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all levels
• Ability to foster consensus around proposed solutions
• Capable of working independently and contributing effectively in a team environment
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and creative resolution skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong optimization skills are preferred, including stochastic modeling, optimization algorithms, and holistic planning
• Ability to comprehend and derive lower-level roadmaps with business leadership to establish requirements' context
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or other related Engineering discipline or relevant field of study required.

Apply directly to elisa.hendrick@is-t.net