eCommerce Solution Architect - Global eCom Authority. Remote / Hybrid

Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Solution Architect to join a worldwide eCommerce powerhouse generating $20bn online revenue annually for the likes of Sainsburys, Selfridges & Boots.Sounds interesting Then we want to hear from you!Role Info:eCommerce Solution Architect (eCommerce Tech Consulting)Remote / Hybrid Working - London / Watford / Client SitesUp to £120,000Plus Full Company Benefits PackageHead-Count: 1700+Who we are:We are a global Commerce consultancy that applies strategy, technical know-how and outstanding design to help its ambitious clients grow through Commerce solutions. We inspire people to shop online through digital solutions, driving growth for world-leadingbrands and retailers. Part Tech Company, part Creative agency and part Consultancy we provide end to end capabilities at a global scale that deliver inspiration across the entire brand and customer experience.Together we create inspirational and shopper journeys that enable our clients to transact more digitally. Its why we work with some of the most exciting brands around such as Tempur, DFS, Dominos, Boots, Xerox, Sainsburys, Selfridges, Specialised andTed Baker (just to name a few).We are a diverse team of 1700+ commerce experts across more than 20 offices worldwide, including state-of-the-art offices in Watford, Central London and an eCommerce Centre of Excellence in Lisbon.If you love online shopping and have an interest in technology and the future of the online world read further to find out more!Your next role:As Solution Architect, you will be in a high-profile role enabling you to lead the solution architecture for some of the largest online retailers and brands in the world, and become a valuable member of our growing Solution Architecture team.You will be responsible for creating and assuring solution architecture using a wide range of technologies, from SaaS eCommerce platforms through to client-specific cloud solutions. As part of your role, you will develop relationships with key stakeholderson the client-side in charge of IT and digital strategy and architecture, and you will also collaborate closely with our internal development teams to ensure that your architecture vision is implemented.Key responsibilities:+ Own the solution architecture, document it, and communicate that architecture to a wide range of audiences+ Seek out and develop relationships with key client stakeholders responsible for digital and architecture strategy+ Orchestrate and run design workshops, and translate business strategy and requirements into solution architecture+ Ensure your architecture vision is realised by our teams, across all phases of programme delivery+ Understand common problems, design patterns and considerations for a distributed eCommerce architecture and apply this knowledge to your solutions+ Understand the level at which solution architecture applies, and help transition your solutions to application and cloud architects and technical leads+ Make and justify key architectural decisions considering all relevant constraints+ Follow the principles and guidance set out by the Solution Architecture team+ Contribute to the initiatives of our Solution Architecture team, including developing common patterns for new technologies and developing PoCs against industry trendsAbout you:+ Core understanding of the capabilities of a wide range of technologies typically found within an eCommerce landscape, including enterprise eCommerce platforms and components, and apply this knowledge to your solutions+ Understand the capabilities of public cloud platforms and be an advocate of cloud-native solutions+ Proven experience Designing quality solutions, often large scale and transactional in nature, for global enterprise clients+ Be client and delivery focussed, able to adapt a solution to meet additional requirements and constraints and apply pragmatism when required+ Prior experience running design workshops + Be client and delivery focussed, able to adapt a solution to meet additional requirements and constraints and apply pragmatism when required+ Strong stakeholder management skills + Have excellent communication, presentation and documentation skillsEven better if you have:+ Experience with OMS+ Experience with PIMThe Fun Bits:We currently offer a great benefits package including a competitive discretionary bonus scheme, hybrid working that works for everyone, social events, training opportunities, competitive pension, medical insurance, life assurance, opportunities to buy andsell holidays, family friendly policies, discounts with 100s of leading retailers and much more!Sounds like a good fit Apply here for a fast-track path to our Hiring TeamApplication notice... 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