WMS Architect

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Software Architect is a hands-on technical leader responsible for the architecture, design, development, and support of enterprise software and data solutions supporting warehouse operations and supply chain processes. This role serves as the technical authority for solution architecture, guiding engineering teams through the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and maintainable systems. The Architect partners closely with product owners, business stakeholders, and development teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. This individual remains actively involved in solution design, development, troubleshooting, code reviews, and architectural governance while helping development teams adopt best practices across the software development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Design and architect enterprise software solutions supporting Warehouse Management System (WMS) capabilities, including inbound, outbound, inventory management, and warehouse automation. Create end-to-end technical designs for integrations between WMS platforms, ERP systems (SAP and others), automation technologies, and external trading partners through APIs and EDI. Partner with product owners and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and architecture roadmaps. Provide technical leadership to development teams through architecture reviews, design sessions, code reviews, and best practice guidance. Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of software technologies, frameworks, and architectural patterns. Design and implement real-time and batch interfaces, data pipelines, and cloud-native integration solutions. Develop and enhance applications using Java, Spring Framework, APIs, and SQL-based technologies. Define and maintain architecture standards, design documentation, and integration specifications. Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide technical leadership for root cause analysis and resolution activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system scalability, reliability, security, and performance. Analyze operational and application performance metrics and recommend architectural improvements. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that align with business and technology strategies. Serve as a subject matter expert for warehouse technology, supply chain processes, system integrations, and cloud-based applications. Mentor developers and engineers on architecture standards, coding best practices, and solution design approaches.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in a lead development role
• 8+ years of experience in Java, Spring MVC Framework, SQL Server, Git/Git Hub, Web Services/API, SQL
• 3+ years of experience implementing, supporting, or developing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), including platforms such as: Blue Yonder (JDA), Krber, Manhattan. HighJump
• 3+ years of experience in WebSphere, IBM MQ, Drools, Azure Kubernetes Service
• 3 years of leadership as a creative, competent team builder
• Strong working knowledge of Azure Data Factory and Databricks Ability to multi-task and reprioritize in a dynamic environment Skills in programming and systems analysis Solid analytical skills - able to solve problems & interpret instructions in any form Project management expertise in planning and completing large and small projects Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills Experience in Digital Transformation projects

Strong understanding of:

• Supply chain operations
• Distribution and warehouse processes
• Inventory management
• Warehouse automation technologies
• Experience designing integration architectures involving ERP platforms, WMS solutions, APIs, messaging, and EDI.
• Strong experience developing cloud-based solutions in Azure environments.
• Expertise in software architecture patterns including microservices, event-driven architecture, APIs, and distributed systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.