Principal, Enterprise Architect (Retail Systems)

Digitalassetmanagementnews; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Enterprise Architect to shape technology strategies for top-tier clients in the retail sector. This pivotal role involves defining architectural visions, guiding product solutions, and ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will leverage deep technical expertise and consultative skills to drive digital transformation initiatives. Join a dynamic team and contribute to high-impact projects while mentoring junior architects and collaborating with global leadership. If you're passionate about technology and retail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT architecture, including 5+ years in an enterprise/principal architect role.
• Deep domain knowledge of big-box retail ecosystems including store operations and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Define architectural vision and roadmaps for complex, enterprise-scale retail solutions.
• Guide end-to-end product and pricing solutions, including Merchandising, PIM, MDM, and DAM systems.

Skills

IT Architecture

Enterprise Architecture

Retail Systems

Technology Consulting

Team Leadership

Data-Driven Decision Making

Agile/SCRUM

Retail Ecosystems

Tools

Stibo

Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Manhattan Associates

Blue Yonder

Job description

Principal, Enterprise Architect (Retail Systems)

EPAM Systems is seeking a Principal Enterprise Architect to join our growing team in Toronto. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in shaping technology strategies for industry-leading clients, ensuring alignment between business goals and cutting-edge technology solutions. We’re looking for someone who blends deep technical expertise with strong consultative capabilities, particularly in Retail Systems and Enterprise Architecture. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact digital transformation initiatives while working closely with EPAM's global leadership and top-tier clients across the region.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as a thought leader in defining architectural vision and roadmaps for complex, enterprise-scale retail solutions
2. Maintain a strong understanding of evolving retail industry trends, tools, and best practices
3. Design and implement large-scale retail architectures using modern technology stacks and platforms
4. Guide end-to-end product and pricing solutions, including Merchandising, PIM, MDM (e.g., Stibo, Informatica), and DAM systems
5. Evaluate, customize, and implement commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) retail systems to meet business needs and integrate with existing infrastructure
6. Develop comprehensive architecture documentation and ensure alignment with enterprise standards
7. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to define solution requirements, use cases, and future-state architectures
8. Conduct architecture reviews, audits, and deliver actionable findings
9. Lead solution implementation efforts from requirements gathering through to deployment and go-live
10. Drive pre-sales initiatives: craft proposals, respond to RFPs, present architecture solutions, and facilitate client workshops
11. Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the architecture lifecycle
12. Commit to continuous learning and maintain expertise in emerging technologies and architectural methodologies
13. Mentor and support the development of junior architects and consulting teams

Requirements

1. 15+ years in IT architecture, including 5+ years in an enterprise/principal architect role
2. Proven background in technology consulting or IT services, particularly within Retail or CPG sectors
3. 10+ years of leadership experience managing teams in complex project environments
4. Deep domain knowledge of big-box retail ecosystems including store operations, digital channels, warehousing, supply chain, and corporate systems
5. Experience leading architectural efforts that ensure alignment with organizational goals
6. Experience leading efforts to regulate the overall technology ecosystem to increase flexibility and optimize business value
7. Demonstrated experience in designing and deploying retail systems: Point-of-Sale (POS), Merchandising & Assortment Planning, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Master Data Management (MDM), Product Information Management (PIM), Digital Asset Management (DAM), Product Content Management, Store infrastructure, and edge technologies
8. Solid understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman)
9. Ability to define and manage retail application architecture blueprints that span legacy and modern technologies
10. Hands-on experience with enterprise COTS retail platforms such as Stibo, Manhattan Associates, Blue Yonder, or Salesforce Commerce Cloud
11. Hands-on experience with ERP implementations in retail
12. Expertise in retail data domains and modeling (e.g., product, pricing, promotion, inventory, store operations)
13. Deep experience with full software development lifecycles, including Agile/SCRUM and RUP methodologies
14. Data-driven decision-maker with the ability to bridge business objectives with technical solutions

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Employer: EPAM (@EPAMSystems)

Location: Toronto, Canada

Posted Date: 01/05/2025

Expiry Date: 01/09/2025

Type: Full-Time

Categories: DAM Manager / User, Data / Knowledge Manager / Analysis / Governance, System Administrator / Integrator, PIM / Product Manager

Ref: DN-JB-2319

Added by: DAM News Administrator

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