Application Solution Architect - Ecommerce

Job Description

Job AdverteCommerce SolutionsArchitectAre you an experiencedSolutionsArchitectwitha passion for designing and delivering technologysolutions in a rapidly evolving digital landscapeFuture is the name for the programme that will see Asda create their newoperatingmodel underpin,independentfrom Walmart.We areundertakinganunparalleledexercise to build a newIToperatingenvironment; this is a one in a lifetimeopportunitytoparticipateinshaping the way the entire business willoperatein the future throughtechnologydecisions, and the design ofsolutionsin currenttechnologies.Asda are looking for eCommerce Solution Architects to lead the definition of ournew future application & technology landscape. If you have architectural experience in designs solutions for modern eCommerce, then pleasedo nothesitate to apply.Your RoleThis role would ideally suit a passionate and experienced Architect to join a mature practice,workingwitha growing team of 50+ inasupportiveenvironment,withgreatopportunitiesforself-developmentand training.

• Youll be supported with training opportunities and dedicated Learning & Development time, including BCS Practitioner Certificate in Enterprise and Solution
• You will be able to allocate 10% of your time towards Learning & Development activities aligned to your Personal Development Plan.
• Access to Microsoft Enterprise Skills initiative portal to gain access to Microsoft trainings and certifications.
• Opportunities to work with latest Technologies and Tooling in the Cloud.
• Lead the designing of solutions involving industry leading eCommerce products such as Salesforce, Amplience, Algolia, Dynamic Yield, Blue Yonder and Bringg. Theres also the opportunity to be a part of designing some fresh, exciting bespoke solutions.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience with the solution design of modern enterprise ecommerce platforms. Ideally specialising within specific core technologies such as order management, front end, mobile app, content management, personalisation, payment, search, marketplaces.
• An understanding of headless ecommerce architecture and familiarity with how to design solutions that effectively put it into practice.
• Strong grasp of different integration design patterns and technologies.
• Ability to approach design with timeliness, cost and quality factors in mind. Risk identification and mitigation, quantification and qualification non-functional and functional requirements.
• Ability to present at Design Authority and other decision-making forums, and gain consensus from a variety of stakeholders.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• A strong candidate would also have worked with technologies powering inventory management and fulfilment in the context of retail.
• Experience in solution design, in the other tech domains such as infrastructure, cyber-security, data and integrations.
• Awareness ofarchitectureframeworks such asTOGAF.
• Experience in modern EA tooling is desirable but not essential, training will be provided on Ardoq.
• Experience of working with Agile Architecture Methodology.
• Experience in Retail, or at leastoperatingin anenterprise-scaleenvironmentisdesirable but not essential.

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