Job Title

Front-End Architect

Location

Portland (Remote)

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Job Description

Responsibilities

Platform Architecture and Solution Design

1. Develop and implement architecture strategies for scalable, reliable, and maintainable eCommerce platforms.

1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and translate business goals into technical solutions.

1. Create and maintain architectural and technical documentation following best practices.

Engineering and Development

1. Perform full-stack development using modern frameworks and languages (JavaScript, React, Node.js).

1. Build and optimize APIs and microservices for seamless data flow across internal systems (ERP, CRM, PIM, CMS).

1. Lead the development and integration of third-party tools and services, such as payment gateways and analytics platforms.

Integration and Customization

1. Design and implement integrations with enterprise systems and third-party applications, ensuring data consistency and availability.

1. Customize the platform to enhance user experience, performance, and functionality.

1. Oversee API architecture to enable modular, reusable integrations.

Performance Optimization and Security

1. Conduct performance testing and optimization to ensure platform responsiveness and reliability.

1. Implement caching, load balancing, and other scalability techniques.

1. Apply security best practices, perform vulnerability assessments, and maintain compliance with standards like PCI-DSS and GDPR.

DevOps and CI/CD

1. Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for streamlined deployment and high-quality code.

1. Manage cloud environments using Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS/Azure services.

1. Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve automation and operational efficiency.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Project Leadership

1. Align eCommerce architecture with business strategies by collaborating with Product Management, UX/UI, Marketing, and Operations teams.

1. Present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and provide insights on project scope.

1. Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in engineering and architecture.

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Requirements

Qualifications

1. 8+ years of eCommerce development experience, with 3+ years in senior or lead architect roles.

1. Expertise in eCommerce platforms such as Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Magento/Adobe Commerce, Shopify Plus, or SAP Commerce Cloud.

1. Proficiency in front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular).

1. Strong knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps tools.

1. Expertise in API design, microservices, and RESTful web services.

1. Experience with data management tools, databases (SQL, NoSQL), and integration middleware (Mulesoft, Boomi).

Preferred Qualifications

1. Certifications: Salesforce B2C Commerce Architect, Adobe Certified Expert (Magento), AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar.

1. Industry Experience: Headless eCommerce, omnichannel solutions, or mobile-first commerce.

1. Familiarity with personalization, CDP, and eCommerce analytics.

Skills

1. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

1. Excellent communication skills for conveying technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

1. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under deadlines.