Solutions Architect, Anaplan

The Trade Desk; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 93,800 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock-based compensation

401(k) plan with company match

Comprehensive healthcare (medical, den

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Trade Desk in Seattle is looking for an experienced Anaplan Solution Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced Anaplan models across FP&A, revenue accounting, and compensation planning. You will ensure scalable architecture, seamless integrations, and impactful dashboards to support data-driven decisions.

You will mentor model builders, drive project timelines, and stay current with Anaplan updates in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Certified Anaplan Solution Architect.
• Proven experience architecting and building complex Anaplan models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design and build of Anaplan models for revenue accounting, incentive compensation, sales forecasting, FP&A, and other strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee system integration between Anaplan and other enterprise platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate objectives into effective models and reporting.
• Design intuitive interfaces and dashboards to enhance user experience and decision-making.
• Manage timelines, deliverables, and quality across the solution lifecycle.
• Provide training and guidance to model builders and business users.
• Maintain documentation for compliance and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on Anaplan updates and best practices.

Skills

Anaplan integration experience

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Anaplan UX design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance

Certified Anaplan Solution Architect

Tools

Anaplan

Oracle EPM

Workday Adaptive Planning

Job description

What we do

The Anaplan Solution Architect is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced Anaplan models and applications across various business functions. This role ensures optimal architecture, integration, and user experience for accounting and planning solutions including Revenue Accounting, Incentive Compensation Management, Sales Forecasting, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). The architect will leverage deep expertise in Anaplan and other planning systems to deliver scalable, efficient, and insightful solutions for The Trade Desk.

What you'll do

• Lead the end-to-end design and build of Anaplan models for revenue accounting, incentive compensation, sales forecasting, FP&A, and other strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee system integration, ensuring seamless connectivity between Anaplan and other enterprise platforms.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define requirements, translate objectives into effective models, and deliver actionable reporting.
• Design intuitive user interfaces and dashboards to enhance user experience and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to model builders and business users.
• Maintain documentation of models, processes, and integrations for compliance and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on Anaplan platform updates, industry best practices, and emerging planning technologies.

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Anaplan Solution Architect.
• Proven experience architecting and building complex Anaplan models in a professional environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Anaplan UX design and reporting functionalities.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects across multiple planning domains (e.g., revenue, compensation, sales, FP&A).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes.
• Experience integrating Anaplan with other business systems and data sources.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Hands‑on experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM, Workday Adaptive Planning) preferred.
• Familiarity with API‑driven integrations and cloud data architecture.
• Experience in fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environments.

Benefits

Base salary range: $93,800–$172,000 USD. Employees may also be eligible for stock‑based compensation, variable incentive awards, and commissions based on performance. The Trade Desk offers comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), retirement benefits including a 401(k) plan with company match, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well‑being benefits, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, sick time, vacation time (up to 120 hours in the first year and 160 thereafter), and approximately 13 paid holidays per year. Employees can purchase company stock through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid for a recruiter submitted candidate without an agreement. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.