Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
7+ years in enterprise software implementation or solution architecture
Strong SQL Server knowledge and database design experience
Experience designing enterprise system integrations using APIs and ETL technologies
Experience with Microsoft Azure
Understanding of retail planning, merchandise planning or supply chain systems
Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics is desirable
Excellent communication and customer-facing consulting skills
Responsibilities
Lead the technical architecture for Centric Planning implementations
Design scalable, secure and high-performing solution architectures
Define integration strategies between Centric Planning, ERP, data warehouses and third-party applications
Create and review technical design documentation and integration blueprints
Guide customers on architecture best practices and deployment strategies
Provide technical leadership throughout implementation projects
Mentor consultants and technical team members
Benefits
Remote work opportunity
Mentorship and professional development
Involvement in innovative technology solutions
Engagement with leading North American retailers
Opportunity to drive technical excellence in implementations
Full Job Description
Technical Architect - Retail Planning
Location: Remote - North America
Department: Professional Services - Planning
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Technical Architect to lead the technical design and implementation of Centric Planning solutions for some of North America's leading retailers.
As the technical authority on customer implementations, you'll design scalable solution architectures, oversee integrations, mentor consultants, and work closely with Product Engineering, Solution Architects and customers to ensure successful deployments.
This role combines technical leadership with hands-on architecture, integration design and customer engagement.
What You'll Do
Lead the technical architecture for Centric Planning implementations
Design scalable, secure and high-performing solution architectures
Define integration strategies between Centric Planning, ERP, data warehouses and third-party applications
Create and review technical design documentation and integration blueprints
Guide customers on architecture best practices and deployment strategies
Provide technical leadership throughout implementation projects
Mentor consultants and technical team members
Partner with Product Engineering to resolve complex technical challenges
Support software installation, configuration, upgrades and performance optimization
Promote technical standards, reusable frameworks and implementation best practices
Participate in solution sizing, technical discovery and pre-sales activities
Drive continuous improvement across delivery methodologies and technical standards
What We're Looking For
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
7+ years in enterprise software implementation or solution architecture
Strong SQL Server knowledge and database design experience
Experience designing enterprise system integrations using APIs and ETL technologies
Experience with Microsoft Azure
Understanding of retail planning, merchandise planning or supply chain systems
Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics is desirable
Power BI experience is a plus
Excellent communication and customer-facing consulting skills
Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for business stakeholders
Success in this Role
You'll be successful if you:
Think strategically while remaining hands-on technically
Enjoy solving complex integration challenges
Build trusted relationships with customers
Mentor and elevate those around you
Drive technical excellence across every implementation
About Centric Software
Centric Software is a leading provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software for fashion, retail, footwear, luxury, outdoor and consumer goods companies. Centric Software provides enterprise solutions to manage the entire product lifecycle, from concept to consumer. Centric Software is headquartered in Silicon Valley and has offices in North America, Europe and Asia.
