Principal ERP Architect, NetSuite

FTC Solar, Inc

Chennai

On-site

INR 9,451,796 - 12,287,334

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

FTC Solar, Inc is seeking a Principal ERP Architect – NetSuite to oversee the architecture and scalability of their ERP platform in Chennai, India. The role requires 10+ years of ERP experience, specifically in NetSuite, to drive transformation by aligning business processes with ERP capabilities. Responsibilities include leading enhancements, integrations, and managing technical architecture. The company offers a culture of inclusion and competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

10–12+ years of ERP experience with significant NetSuite expertise.
Proven experience designing or leading ERP implementations or major system transformations.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical and functional architect for the NetSuite ERP platform.
Evaluate current business processes and identify opportunities around ERP capabilities.
Lead major ERP initiatives including enhancements and integrations.

Skills

NetSuite expertise

ERP design experience

Financial systems knowledge

Supply Chain workflows

Job description

FTC Solar is a fast growing, global provider of solar tracker systems, technology, software, and engineering services. We are as passionate about renewable energy as we are about our culture and values. We want to attract likeminded individuals who live and breathe Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We’re humble enough to know that we don’t know everything, so we love bold ideas that disrupt the status quo. Basically, we don’t want you to just fall in line!

FTC Solar is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and diversity. For us, this is not just a set of words or metrics. It drives our culture, creativity, and future success. We support our employees and foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives are celebrated and encouraged. When our employees thrive, FTC Solar thrives. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Role Summary

The Principal ERP Architect – NetSuite is responsible for the architecture, evolution, and long-term scalability of the NetSuite ERP platform across the organization.

This role is a hands‑on ERP architect and transformation leader who will help redesign how the business operates by aligning core business processes with NetSuite’s capabilities and ERP best practices.

The ideal candidate will evaluate current workflows across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Project Delivery and drive the transition toward standardized, ERP‑driven processes. This includes challenging legacy practices, simplifying system design, and ensuring NetSuite becomes the operational backbone of the organization.

This role partners closely with leadership and business stakeholders to translate operational complexity into scalable ERP solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the technical and functional architect for the NetSuite ERP platform, including OneWorld, financials, manufacturing, supply chain, and related modules.
Design the long‑term ERP architecture, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with business strategy.
Define standards for configuration, customization, SuiteScript development, and integrations.
Ensure the ERP platform remains clean, governed, and aligned with NetSuite best practices.

Business Process Transformation

Evaluate current business processes and identify opportunities to restructure workflows around ERP capabilities.
Partner with Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain leadership to redesign processes for scalability and automation.
Drive adoption of ERP‑first operational thinking across departments.
Reduce reliance on manual workarounds, spreadsheets, and disconnected tools.

ERP Program Delivery

Lead major ERP initiatives including enhancements, integrations, system redesigns, and platform upgrades.
Translate business requirements into scalable NetSuite solutions.
Coordinate delivery across internal teams and external NetSuite partners.
Ensure proper testing, change management, and release management practices.

Integrations & Platform Ecosystem

Oversee integrations between NetSuite and adjacent systems such as Salesforce, Arena PLM, logistics providers, banking platforms, and other enterprise applications.
Define integration architecture using middleware platforms where appropriate.
Ensure data consistency and integrity across the application ecosystem.
Work with NetSuite partners and consultants on implementation and delivery.
Participate in solution design reviews and architectural decisions.
Ensure partner‑delivered work meets internal architecture and governance standards.

Technical Leadership

Provide guidance and mentorship to ERP analysts and developers.
Security and permissions
System performance and scalability
Act as the primary subject matter expert for NetSuite across the organization.

Required Qualifications

10–12+ years of ERP experience with significant NetSuite expertise
Proven experience designing or leading ERP implementations or major system transformations
Strong knowledge of:
Financial systems and accounting processes
Order‑to‑Cash
Procure‑to‑Pay
Supply Chain and Manufacturing workflows
Experience designing integrations between ERP and enterprise platforms
Ability to communicate technical architecture concepts to business stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications