Architect - E-Commerce Platform (B2B & B2C)

Architect

As an Architect, you will play a critical role in the design, architecture, and execution of our e-commerce platform. You will lead the technical strategy for building a flexible, scalable solution while mentoring senior engineers and driving best practices across teams. You will ensure the platform delivers high performance, scalability, and security across both B2B and B2C customer bases.

Key Responsibilities

Platform Architecture:

Lead the end-to-end architecture and design of a microservices-based e-commerce platform using Java Spring Boot.

Design scalable, high-performance APIs and services, integrating React/Vue.js with backend systems.

Implement cloud-based infrastructure using GCP and deploy the platform on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps:

Architect cloud infrastructure to ensure scalability, high availability, and cost efficiency.

Oversee containerization with Docker and orchestrate deployments using Kubernetes (GKE).

Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for streamlined and efficient code deployment.

Collaboration & Leadership:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, business analysts, developers) to understand requirements and design optimal solutions.

Provide leadership and mentorship to senior engineers to ensure best practices and high-quality code.

Drive technical innovation, ensuring solutions align with both current and future business needs.

Security & Compliance:

Architect secure, compliant solutions to protect sensitive data and ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS).

Implement best practices for data encryption, access control, and secure communication.

Optimization & Performance:

Continuously optimize system performance, including database efficiency, caching, and load balancing.

Monitor system health and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring a seamless experience for B2B and B2C customers.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing:

Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for architectural decisions and processes.

Lead knowledge-sharing sessions to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement across engineering teams.

Required Qualifications:

Technical Skills & Experience:

Strong experience with Java Spring Boot and associated technologies (Spring Security, Spring Cloud, etc.).

Proven expertise in designing and deploying microservices architectures.

In-depth knowledge of frontend technologies (React or Vue.js) and integration with backend services.

Expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, including Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), Cloud Storage, and BigQuery.

Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and Kubernetes orchestration.

Strong understanding of API design (RESTful APIs, GraphQL) and integrations.

Leadership & Communication:

Experience in leading teams and driving technical decisions across diverse engineering groups.

Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels.

Ability to mentor and guide senior engineers in best practices and architecture patterns.

Security & Compliance:

Solid understanding of security best practices and experience implementing secure solutions (OAuth, JWT, encryption).

Familiarity with regulatory standards such as GDPR, PCI DSS, and data privacy laws.

Cloud & DevOps Expertise:

Proven ability to design and manage cloud infrastructure, particularly on Google Cloud.

Experience with containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes for efficient, scalable application deployment.

Familiarity with setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with event-driven architectures and tools like Kafka or RabbitMQ.

Familiarity with frontend performance optimization techniques.

Knowledge of integrating AI/ML features into e-commerce platforms for personalization and recommendation systems.

Prior experience with large-scale B2B or B2C e-commerce implementations.

Key Qualities:

Innovative: You stay ahead of industry trends, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and future-proofing solutions.

Analytical: You approach complex problems with strong analytical skills and focus on creating efficient, sustainable solutions.

Collaborative: You work well within a team, sharing knowledge, learning from others, and building consensus.

Detail-Oriented: You pay attention to the finer details, ensuring robust, high-quality solutions are delivered.

Customer-Focused: You always consider the end-user experience and ensure that the platform serves the needs of both B2B and B2C customers effectively.

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 54,000Maximum Compensation: USD 189,000Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role. Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees. This position is also available for independent contractorsNo applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post