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Bain & Company · 9 hours ago

Chief Architect, Retail

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$196K/yr - $240K/yr

15+ years exp

Bain & Company is a top consulting firm recognized for its exceptional work environment. The Chief Architect, Retail role involves leading the architecture and technology strategy for clients in the retail sector, optimizing their technology ecosystems, and advising on modern technologies to drive digital transformation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyInternetManagement ConsultingTelecommunications

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the definition of enterprise, solution, cloud, and data architectures that align with client business outcomes

Define and create demand, then co-create proactive go-to-market thought differentiated Points of View (PoV) for end client consideration and expansion of current accounts

Architect and guide the integration of end-to-end retail technology ecosystems, including e-commerce, ERP, WMS, OMS, and POS solutions

Should be well-versed across the retail technology stack, from customer experience platforms to back-office solutions

Have hands-on implementation experience of retail technology solutions, and should have experience in estimating, planning, and executing large, complex retail technology programs

Define and establish enterprise integration standards and reference models for APIs, event streaming, and data pipelines that connect store systems, warehouses, data lakes, and eCommerce platforms

Advise and accelerate client adoption of modern technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, and advanced analytics to transform retail in-store, digital customer experiences, and operations

Develop strategic architecture roadmaps, frameworks, and reference models that enable modernization, integration of AI, and long-term value creation

Translate complex technical and business requirements into clear, actionable strategies that clients can adopt and scale

Contribute to thought leadership, publications, and community engagement to advance Bain’s technology point of view

Assess, select, and integrate vendor platforms, fintech solutions, and hyperscaler technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) into client architectures to maximize business and technology value

Serve as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, Chief Architects, and senior executives on architectural decisions and trade-offs

Bridge the gap between business priorities and technology execution, ensuring architectures support strategic objectives

Influence, coach, and mentor client technology leaders and Bain teams to build sustainable internal architecture capabilities

Guide Bain consulting and client teams in executing architecture roadmaps, identifying risks, and embedding effective governance

Ensure architectures evolve with agile and MVP approaches while maintaining coherence, resilience, and scalability

Partner with Bain consulting teams to integrate architecture seamlessly into broader digital and business transformation programs

Contribute to Bain’s intellectual property and points of view on architecture, core banking modernization, and emerging technologies

Help advance Bain’s reputation in the market as a leader in enterprise and financial services architecture

Support business development by bringing architecture expertise into proposals, pursuits, and client discussions

Build and sustain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, sponsors, and architecture communities

Qualification

Enterprise ArchitectureCloud ArchitectureData ArchitectureRetail Technology SolutionsAI/ML IntegrationAPIsEvent StreamingArchitecture FrameworksCommunication SkillsMentoring SkillsEmotional Intelligence

Required

15+ years of experience in architecture and technology leadership, with proven ability to shape enterprise, solution, and data architecture strategies

Deep expertise in Retail and Consumer Goods, especially in supply chain, inventory, warehouse management, and POS solutions

Exceptional candidates with fewer years of experience but outstanding impact in modern architecture and transformation will also be considered

Demonstrated track record advising senior business and technology leaders on complex, large-scale transformation programs

Strong technical depth in domains such as cloud, data, AI, security, operational resilience, APIs, and event-driven design

Familiarity with architecture frameworks & methods (e.g., TOGAF) and modern practices such as cloud-native and AI-enabled architectures

Exceptional communication and influencing skills; able to bridge business strategy and technology execution with clarity

Recognized as a contributor within the architecture or technology community, with experience sharing expertise and perspectives

High emotional intelligence with proven experience leading, mentoring, and inspiring diverse, cross-functional teams

This role requires a minimum of three days per week working together in person, either at a client location or at your Bain home office

Travel is required. This position requires regional travel away from your home office/primary working location. Travel frequency and destinations will vary based on project needs

Benefits

Annual discretionary performance bonus

4.5% 401(k) company contribution, which increases after 3 years of service and is 100% vested upon start date

Bain & Company's comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to help employees achieve personal independence, protection and stability in the areas most important to you and your family.

Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck

Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays

Fully vested 401(k) company contribution

Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance

Annual fitness reimbursements

Company

Bain & Company

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Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm, a top advisor to the world's leading private, public and non-profit organizations.

Founded in 1973

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.bain.com

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