What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Architect position at STIHL?
About Us
As a family-owned company, it's the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remined synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.
We are seeking an eCommerce Systems Architect to join the team. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it is a great time to join the STIHL team!
Why You'll Love Working at STIHL:
- Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities and potential for annual merit increases
- Excellent health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- On-site Health & Wellness Center for employees and eligible family members
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
- Robust retirement offerings including:
- A fully vested Pension Plan after 5 years
- A 401(k) with generous employer match
- Paid time off including Vacation, Sick Time, and 11 Paid Holidays
- A strong culture of stability, community, and innovation
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Design and develop SAP Commerce Cloud and marketplace solutions to support our eCommerce strategy for B2B & B2C.
- Partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into functional specifications, technical documentation, and user stories.
- Work closely with business stakeholders, architects, and cross-functional teams to define and deliver scalable eCommerce solutions.
- Ensure seamless integration with backend systems, including SAP, CRM, and third-party applications.
- Responsible for onboarding sellers, API integrations and managing marketplace operations
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring high system availability and user satisfaction
- Participate on global cross-functional teams as subject matter expert for SAP Commerce Cloud
Specifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Master’s degree or relevant certifications a plus (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate, Mirakl Marketplace expert).
- 5 years of experience in eCommerce systems architecture, administration or a similar role.
- Hands-on experience with SAP Commerce Cloud (Hybris) including product catalog management, order orchestration, and customer experience modules.
- Strong understanding of REST/SOAP APIs, data mapping, and integration patterns.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like JIRA or Confluence.
- Experience with product data management, customer relationship management, and ERP systems within an eCommerce ecosystem.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, and business stakeholders.
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and vice versa.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
- Demonstrated project management capabilities and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.