Senior Manager, Solutions Architect - Digital Experience & Commerce

Altria; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development stipends

401(k) matching

Job summary

Altria is seeking a Senior Manager, Solutions Architect - Digital Experience & Commerce in Richmond, VA. Lead architecture across marketing, content, commerce, sales, and service platforms within a federated Enterprise Architecture framework.

You will translate business strategy into decision-ready designs, collaborate with product owners and delivery teams, and drive enterprise-standard solutions across Adobe Commerce and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years IT experience with 5+ years as solution/technical architect.
• Hands-on architecture with Adobe Workfront, Workfront Fusion, AEM Assets, AEM Sites, AEM as a Cloud Service, and Adobe Commerce.
• Experience building high-level designs, cross-platform integration patterns, non-functional requirements, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Architect consumer experiences and end-to-end journeys across digital commerce platforms.
• Lead omnichannel architecture across Adobe Commerce, Shopify, Amazon, and other channels.
• Coordinate integrations across CRM, data, and platform teams to deliver connected solutions.

Skills

Digital experience architecture

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder leadership

TOGAF familiarity

Cloud/SaaS architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Adobe Workfront

Workfront Fusion

AEM Assets

AEM Sites

AEM as a Cloud Service

Adobe Commerce

Job description

Want to lead the technology architecture that invents how a Fortune 500 company engages, sells to, and services its customers? Bring your digital experience and commerce expertise to a role where you will take ownership from day one, solve critical business and technology challenges, and deliver solutions with lasting enterprise impact! This position is in Richmond, VA with a hybrid work schedule. Relocation benefits will be provided.

We are currently seeking a Senior Manager, Solutions Architect - Digital Experience & Commerce to lead architecture across our marketing, content, commerce, sales, and service platforms. Functioning within a federated Enterprise Architecture framework, you will translate business strategy into decision-ready builds. You will work with the Sales and Marketing product owner, digital delivery teams, and system specialists.

What you will be doing:

• Architecting consumer experiences and end-to-end user journeys across digital commerce platforms, leveraging Adobe Commerce and content management capabilities
• Leading omnichannel architecture and design across Adobe Commerce, Shopify, Amazon, and other digital sales channels.
• Orchestrating integration, CRM, data, and platform specialists to deliver connected solutions across the sell-side technology landscape.
• Owning high-level builds and cross-technology integration frameworks throughout the Define and Build phases of the architecture lifecycle.
• Advising vendor evaluations, product selections, proofs of concept, and solution assessments for alignment with enterprise standards and technology roadmaps.
• Preparing Architecture Review Board submissions, resolving findings, conducting post-implementation reviews, and supporting the transition from solution design through build and run.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of information technology experience, including 5+ years as a solution architect or technical architect.
• Hands-on architecture experience with Adobe Workfront, Workfront Fusion, AEM Assets, AEM Sites, AEM as a Cloud Service, and Adobe Commerce.
• Experience developing high-level designs, cross-platform integration patterns, non-functional requirements, and architecture governance work.
• Knowledge of digital commerce, content management, campaign management, digital asset management, and omnichannel architecture.
• Working knowledge of integrations between Adobe Commerce, contemporary order management systems, Azure integration platforms, and SAP order-to-cash capabilities.
• Strong communication and customer leadership skills with the ability to connect enterprise strategy, architecture direction, and technology delivery.
• Familiarity with an architecture framework such as TOGAF and experience operating within a federated Enterprise Architecture model.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $132,500.00 - $202,100.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Work where connection and flexibility meet — enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday), while maintaining the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Our hybrid approach empowers you to stay connected, collaborate with colleagues, and manage your schedule in a way that works best for you.
• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.