Do it Best · 4 hours ago
Solutions Architect
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expDo it Best is a company that empowers independent hardware retailers through IT innovation. They are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to guide the design and delivery of technology solutions, collaborating with engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders to create scalable and value-driven solutions.
Wholesale
Hiring Manager
Kelly Hay
Responsibilities
Define solution paths in accordance with technology architecture strategies and aligned with the technology portfolio to achieve desired business outcomes
Create guiding principles, roadmaps, decision tools, and other solution design artifacts to direct and inform technical solution delivery
Partner with product teams and other stakeholders on consultations, research, solution design, and solution delivery
Assist defining and maturing engineering practices
Research innovative or emerging technologies and provide recommendations
Ensure solution economics and total cost of ownership are analyzed when determining future-state of technology ecosystem
Qualification
Required
Four year technical degree (Computer Science / related discipline) or equivalent training and at least 5 years relevant professional experience
Minimum of 2 years professional experience in a lead role providing solution architecture
Experience applying systems thinking principles
Knowledge of application design principles and experience with modern architectures
Experience with cloud technologies, including designing and building cloud applications
Experience researching and leading adoption of innovative or emerging technologies
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Disciplined, focused, and self-motivated
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Attentive to detail and proven decision-making abilities
Preferred
Knowledge of retail and distribution business processes
Demonstrated experience integrating or converting legacy systems into modern architectures
Deep knowledge and passion for researching and following industry trends
Knowledge of and experience with agile and/or lean frameworks
Knowledge of DevOps and IT operational best-practices
Knowledge of technology protocols and standards
Benefits
Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
Paid time off to foster work/life balance
Profit sharing
Bonus Pay opportunities
Retirement funding opportunities
Education reimbursement
Health club reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
Company
Do it Best
Based in Fort Wayne, Ind., we are the only U.S.-based, member-owned, comprehensive and fully integrated hardware, lumber and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Doug Roth
Vice President of Finance and CFO
Recent News
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