Solution Architect (ex-developer) – Retail, POS, WMS, OMS, eCommerce - Global
If you're an engineer at heart who's recently stepped into architecture and wants to accelerate that trajectory, this role gives you the platform to do exactly that.
The headline: We're looking for a Solution Architect with 1–2 years of architecture experience , built on a solid software engineering background . Someone who's been a developer, understands how systems behave in production, and can turn that into pragmatic, scalable architectural decisions.
Retail domain experience is essential: you'll be shaping solutions that directly impact store operations, digital commerce, supply chain, and customer experience.
What you'll be doing:
Owning solution design across retail platforms: eCommerce, POS, fulfilment, loyalty, inventory, and more.
Partnering with engineering teams, product owners, and delivery squads to ensure designs are buildable, maintainable, and aligned with business outcomes.
Producing architecture artefacts that are clear, actionable, and grounded in engineering reality.
Guiding teams through design decisions, trade-offs, and patterns — from integration approaches to cloud-native best practice.
Supporting modernisation initiatives and the evolution of a complex retail technology landscape.
What you'll bring:
2:1 or above degree in Computer Science or a STEM discipline .
1–2 years of Solution Architecture experience in a commercial environment.
Strong engineering background : ideally 4–6+ years as a hands-on developer.
Retail domain experience (eCommerce, POS, supply chain, merchandising, store systems, or similar).
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Solution Architect (ex-Developer) – Retail, POS, WMS, OMS, eCommerce in London employer: Smart Sourcer
As a Senior C# Developer at our company, you will join a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to building cutting-edge B2B SaaS solutions. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous learning and professional growth, offering access to advanced tools like Claude Code to enhance your development skills. With the flexibility of 100% remote work and competitive daily rates, this role provides an exceptional opportunity for meaningful contributions in a forward-thinking environment.
