Software Architect at Sysco

Houston, Texas, United States

Sysco Logo
$116,800 – $194,600Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, eCommerceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or related, or equivalent work experience
  • 10 years experience in custom software development in Java/Javascript or iOS/Android
  • Experience in an agile environment
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Extensive experience with Java/NodeJs, Spring Framework and ORM frameworks
  • Proficiency in Spring framework, Cloud Technologies, API orchestration frameworks such as GraphQL
  • Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and caching solutions
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
  • Ability to mentor and supervise junior onsite/offshore architects onsite
  • Strong communication, mentoring and collaboration skills
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
  • Knowledge of performance tuning, and DevSecOps practices
  • Background in real-time data processing (e.g., Kafka) and data modeling
  • Experience in implementing security protocols, advanced authorization strategies
  • Excellent leadership and negotiation skills with the ability to clearly propose and articulate architecture and technology decisions

Responsibilities

  • Architect and Design: Partner with product managers to understand business needs, develop high-level designs, and guide engineering teams to implement solutions effectively
  • Strategic Leadership: Define the technical vision and roadmap aligned with business goals
  • System Integration: Integrate enterprise systems, real-time data processing pipelines, and third-party tools into the eCommerce platform
  • Performance Optimization: Simplify architecture and overall system response times through continuous tuning and experimentation
  • Governance: Establish coding standards, architecture best practices, and technical documentation

Skills

Java
Node.js
Spring Framework
GraphQL
SQL
NoSQL
Cloud Technologies
ORM
Caching
Agile

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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