Solution Architect

Swim Recruiting; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology recruitment agency is seeking a Solution Architect for a 6-month contract in Vancouver to build supply chain technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in cloud-based software development and extensive knowledge of retail technology. This opportunity offers a competitive pay rate of $100-115 per hour and a hybrid work environment, allowing for four days a week in the office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years developing and maintaining scalable cloud-based software systems.
• Expertise in architecting retail/supply chain applications.
• Deep knowledge in integration technologies and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve scalable technology solutions for the supply chain.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Engineers, and stakeholders.
• Own systems architecture for SaaS platforms across logistics.

Skills

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Integration technologies

Microservices architecture

DevOps operating models

Job description

6-month Solution Architect contract opportunity building out supply chain technology solutions for a global brand with on site work in Vancouver

• 6-month contract Solution Architect contract.
• High profile retail technology program.
• Highly respected brand located in Vancouver with hybrid work, 4 days a week in office.

What & Why:

As a result of investment in technology our client is looking to add a Solution Architect to their team. This role focuses on designing and evolving scalable technology solutions that support the movement of products from manufacturers to distribution centers, stores, and guests. You'll own systems architecture for SaaS platforms supporting vendor and proprietary systems across logistics and international trade activities. The position requires collaborating closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to craft solution roadmaps, ensure implementations align with architectural standards, and mentor delivery teams while championing innovation, integration best practices, and enterprise-wide architectural integrity throughout the development lifecycle.

Who:

This client is one of the most recognizable Canadian brands, a true Vancouver success story who has expanded globally. They are well known for their corporate culture and has won major awards for their accomplishments. They have invested majorly in technology and have had an incredibly successful past few years, including a major strategic acquisition. They have an all-star leadership team who keeps you accountable and provides support while still affording you tremendous autonomy. They are located close to rapid transit in newly renovated offices in downtown Vancouver and have a hybrid work environment with 4 days a week in office.

You:

You will bring the following education, skills and experience to the role:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing, deploying, and maintaining scalable cloud-based software systems, with proven expertise in AWS (preferred), Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• 5+ years of experience architecting retail/supply chain applications, with strong preference for logistics technology domain knowledge and understanding of product movement lifecycle.
• Deep expertise in integration technologies and microservices architecture, including experience integrating Cloud/SaaS applications, APIs, SDKs, packaged applications, and legacy systems.
• Strong data architecture capabilities including experience with analytics pipelines, visualization frameworks, scalable data solutions, and working within DevOps operating models utilizing cloud infrastructure.

Compensation:

This role pays between $100-115 per hour.

Next Steps:

If the sound of this opportunity excites you, and you’re confident that it’s a good fit for your experience and career goals, then we’d love to hear from you! Please send your updated resume to us by applying to this posting and one of our awesome team of recruiters will be in touch.