Solutions Architect
GleanSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Supply Chain, LogisticsIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in solution architecture, encompassing application development, systems design, network architecture, and systems integration with specific experience in supply chain and logistics technology
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Microsoft Azure and GCP architecture certifications (preferred)
- Experience with solution architecture in cloud-native environments (preferred)
- TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification (nice to have)
- Familiarity with architecture governance and FinOps (preferred)
- Experience leveraging AI/ML for process automation and efficiency (nice to have)
- Demonstrated ability to rapidly extract and define project scope and requirements, making informed decisions in complex, multi-stakeholder technology environments
- Strong analytical and consultative skills, with proven expertise in communication, facilitation, and professional business writing
- Proven ability to balance immediate project needs—including business requirements and strategic objectives—with Enterprise Architecture standards and IT guiding principles to deliver optimal outcomes
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of delivering innovative solutions
- Exceptional facilitation skills, with the ability to lead meetings, ask insightful questions, and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Demonstrates and encourages respect for others; drives a positive associate and customer experience for all; embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences; supports workplaces where associates feel seen and connected through a culture of belonging
Responsibilities
- Partners with stakeholders to develop solutions aligned with IT and business strategies, focusing on supply chain, logistics, and merchandising to advance business goals and ensure cost efficiency
- Advises business and IT on architectural options, explaining implications and identifying risks related to component or application implementation
- Designs and implements solutions that integrate various processes and application systems, ensuring alignment with key functional and non-functional requirements
- Collaborates with enterprise architects and software engineers to translate business capabilities into a conceptual architecture
- Engages in business, technology, and architecture planning sessions, anticipating future changes and strategies
- Evaluates business and application architecture to ensure flexibility for incremental development, maintenance, and future enhancements
- Provides expert input on significant business processes or capability-altering projects, understanding market positioning and solution value
- Works with product owners, project teams, solution delivery leads, and business teams to understand business strategies
- Facilitates solution design review meetings with stakeholders, ensuring solutions support business goals and evaluating budget impacts based on total cost of ownership analyses
- Uses industry research to enhance the technology environment by comparing internal processes with industry best practices and influencing future industry solutions to fit internal needs
- Builds and leverages internal and external partnerships to achieve business goals, fostering a customer-focused environment and supporting continuous learning
- Creates and presents architecture design documents and patterns that incorporate business context, current state system context, future state, security requirements, networking, and disaster recovery
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the Senior Architect role?
A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in solution architecture is required, encompassing application development, systems design, network architecture, and systems integration, with specific experience in supply chain and logistics technology.
What certifications are preferred for this position?
Microsoft Azure and GCP architecture certifications are preferred, along with TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification as a nice to have, and familiarity with architecture governance and FinOps.
What is the employment type for this role?
The position is full time.
What education is required for the Senior Architect position?
A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience, is required.
What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Architect role?
Strong candidates will have experience leveraging AI/ML for process automation and efficiency, along with preferred cloud-native solution architecture experience and relevant certifications.
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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