Technical Architect

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to lead the technical design and implementation of Centric Planning solutions for retailers. As the technical authority on customer implementations within our combined Retail Planning and Pricing team, you'll design scalable architectures, oversee integrations and guide successful deployments. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on architecture, integration design and customer engagement.

What You Will Do

• Lead the technical architecture of Centric Planning implementations, designing scalable, secure and high-performing solutions.
• Define integration strategies connecting Centric Planning with ERP systems, data warehouses and third-party applications.
• Create and review technical design documentation and integration blueprints.
• Advise customers on architecture best practices and deployment strategies.
• Provide technical leadership throughout implementation and mentor consultants and technical team members.
• Work with Product Engineering, Solution Architects and customers to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Support software installation, configuration, upgrades and performance optimisation.
• Promote technical standards, reusable frameworks and implementation best practices.
• Contribute to solution sizing, technical discovery and pre-sales activities.
• Continuously improve delivery methodologies and technical standards.

What You Bring

• A degree in computer science, engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• At least 7 years of experience in enterprise software implementation or solution architecture.
• Strong SQL Server knowledge and database design experience.
• Experience designing enterprise integrations using APIs and ETL technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure.
• Understanding of retail planning, merchandise planning or supply chain systems.
• Excellent customer-facing consulting and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to business stakeholders.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, solve complex integration challenges and develop others.

Additional Experience

The following would be an advantage

• Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Power BI experience.

Compensation and Benefits

• The anticipated base salary range for this position is $120K - $160K per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and work location.
• This position may also be eligible for [bonus]. Centric offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, and other applicable benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.