Principal Retail Systems Architect

We are looking for a talented Principal Retail Systems Architect to lead end-to-end solution delivery for major retail platforms. We are a global retail technology leader that provides comprehensive in‑store solutions and point‑of‑sale platforms for the world’s largest retail brands.

• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite in Research Triangle Park, NC
• Employment Type: Direct Hire / Permanent
• Salary Range: $185,000 - $245,000 + bonus

• Own end-to-end solution delivery across Discovery and Delivery Tracks, converting business needs into validated prototypes and technical implementations.
• Instrument and leverage AI/agentic workflows (Git Hub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code) to accelerate design, prototyping, code generation, and automated validation.
• Lead architecture design and governance, producing ADRs, interface contracts, data models, and sequencing diagrams.
• Serve as the active technical lead in client engagements, facilitating workshops and making critical architecture trade‑off decisions.
• Implement and demo reference code or critical components using modern retail stacks including Java/Spring Boot, Type Script, and React/Vue.
• Define and enforce architecture standards for security, scalability, and observability across cloud‑native and event‑driven integrations.
• Mentor and upskill engineering teams on AI‑assisted development, Dual‑Track workflows, and platform best practices.

• 12+ years of professional software development experience with recent hands‑on coding and prototyping in modern stacks.
• 8+ years designing cloud‑native, microservices, or event‑driven architectures, specifically within Azure or equivalent cloud environments.
• Proven experience in the Retail domain, specifically with POS systems and store operations.
• Expert proficiency with AI‑assisted tools (Git Hub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code) for coding, test generation, and documentation.
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and REST/OpenAPI.
• Experience leading Dual‑Track Agile processes and managing Discovery Tracks to validate feasibility before implementation.
• Strong knowledge of relational/non‑relational databases (SQL/No
  
  SQL) and messaging platforms.
• Azure Solutions Architect or equivalent cloud certifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• Opportunity to lead architecture for the world’s installed market share leader in retail solutions.
• Highly competitive discretionary annual bonus plan up to 18%.
• Comprehensive group health coverage (medical, dental, and vision).
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Robust paid time off including a generous holiday schedule, vacation, and sick/personal days.
• Unique perks including pet insurance and employee discount programs.

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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