Technical Architect - E-Commerce

Hilti (Canada) Corporation; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Technical Architect to drive the design and delivery of next-generation features on their e-commerce platform. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in software development, with deep expertise in e-commerce systems, particularly in areas like cart and checkout processes. This role offers a stable environment with exceptional support and comprehensive career development opportunities.

Benefits

A performance-oriented culture

Competitive rewards

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software development with experience as an architect or tech lead.
• Prior experience working on an e-commerce website.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms: checkout, orders, cart, payment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable architectures for the e-commerce platform.
• Lead development to support new use-cases and system evolution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Skills

Software Development

Problem-solving

Communication

Agile Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Tools

AWS services

Java

API Design

Job description

Join Hilti at a pivotal moment in our digital transformation! As a Technical Architect, you will take on a leadership role in designing and delivering the next-generation features of our e-commerce platform, focusing on the core e-commerce features: the cart, checkout, and order processes.

What does the role involve?

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performing architectures for the e-commerce platform.
• Lead the development and evolution of the platform to support new use-cases, evolution of the underlying systems, and traffic growth.
• Collaborate with product managers, business stakeholders, and development teams to understand requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain architectural standards, including best practices for data modeling, APIs, and system integration.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies, identifying the most suitable frameworks to balance performance, scalability, and business needs.
• Act as a technical expert in e-commerce solutions, ensuring the platform meets business and performance requirements.
• Stay hands-on with the codebase when needed, providing guidance to development teams, managing technical debt, and ensuring high-quality standards.
• Drive compliance with IT security, risk assessments, and regulatory requirements for platform operations.

What you need is:

To help you succeed, we’ll provide you with everything you need so that we’re driving impact together from day one. You’ll find a stable working environment, exceptional support, learning and development, and a great team around you. Here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 7 years in software development, with a prior experience as an architect / tech lead.
• Prior experience working on an e-commerce website.
• Technical Expertise:

1. Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms and core use-cases: checkout, orders, cart, payment.
2. Proficiency with cloud-based solutions, ideally using AWS services for hosting and scalability.
3. Code and development knowledge, especially Java, is a must-have.
4. Expertise in architecting scalable systems using modern frameworks and tools.
5. Hands-on experience in API design and development, including API gateways, microservices, and data synchronization workflows.

• Mindset: Agile, solution-oriented, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Why should you apply?

We know you have plenty of choices when it comes to your career. What makes Hilti stand out is our people. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, caring and high-performing culture that embraces diversity in all its forms.

At Hilti, everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome qualified candidates from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities. What truly sets you apart at Hilti is your passion for teamwork, willingness to learn and grow, and drive to make an impact.

What do we offer?

We really value our people, and we've worked hard to develop a reward package that reflects this, creating your future to be just how you would want it. Some of our benefits include:

• A caring and performance-oriented culture.
• A recognised Great Place to Work, which celebrates our commitment to a culture that values care, performance, and innovation for our greatest strength, our people.
• Competitive rewards and comprehensive career development opportunities that ensure your success is our priority.