Overview
We are looking for a highly experienced Solution Architect to join our consultancy team. With experience in the retail franchise sector, you will partner with a prestigious global retail client to design and oversee the implementation of integration solutions between Oracle Retail systems and Azure cloud services for a retail franchise.
This role demands a deep understanding of Azure cloud services, integration technologies, data management, and expertise with Oracle Retail.
Responsibilities
* Design and oversee the implementation of integration solutions between Oracle Retail systems and Azure cloud services
* Architect and design scalable technical solutions ensuring alignment with business objectives and IT strategy
* Lead technical discussions with stakeholders, including internal engineering teams, business units, and 3rd party vendors, translating business needs into technical solutions and providing technical advice
* Design data management strategies for large-scale retail operations
* Collaborate with engineering teams to define the technical roadmap, implement solutions and resolve complex technical issues
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship across the programme, ensuring adherence to architecture and standards
* Ensure compliance with industry standards, security policies and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
* BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
* Certified in a relevant Enterprise Architecture framework e.g. TOGAF
* Cloud certifications an advantage
Essential skills
* Enterprise experience with Azure cloud services, including Functions, Service Bus, Cosmos DB, SQL Database, API gateway and API management
* Enterprise experience with Oracle Retail
* Proven experience of managing and delivering complex technology solutions, including integrations, APIs, middleware, and data management
* Strong understanding of retail business processes and systems
* Able to clearly and persuasively present complex information to senior stakeholders, effectively influencing decisions and strategic direction
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
Experience
* 5+ years of experience in a solution architecture role
* 15+ years of experience in IT, with a background in software development and architecture
* Experience in retail and/or franchise solutions with strong understanding of retail business processes and systems
* Strong expertise in architecture frameworks like TOGAF
Benefits
At Expleo, we are committed to providing a competitive salary and substantial benefits offering with unique wellbeing, financial and employee recognition programmes.
We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive culture and offer a variety of family friendly policies and enhanced leave to help you achieve a healthy work life balance.
By providing significant learning and development opportunities, we encourage individual growth and success throughout your career with us.
* Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
* We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
* Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
* Competitive company benefits such as medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance, employee wellbeing programme, sports and social events, birthday hampers and much more!
* Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and question the status quo.
“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.
At Expleo, we understand that many people experience impostor syndrome throughout their lifetime, please do not let this discourage you from applying for this role. Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes all CV’s and will consider your application in line with the values, requirements and role competencies.
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