Principal Architect

Role Title: Principal Architect  

Job Location: Bangalore 

Job Type: Full Time 

About Fulfillment IQ (FIQ) 

At Fulfillment IQ, we are revolutionizing the way companies approach supply chain and logistics. We are an award-winning supply chain tech company, specializing in providing solutions to D2C brands, retailers, and 3PLs. Our dedicated team of supply chain experts, engineers, developers, and subject matter experts help address logistics challenges from software development to supply chain tech implementations. 

If you are passionate about supply chain technology and thrive in a challenging environment, we have the perfect opportunity for you to shine and make a difference. We're expanding our team and seeking individuals eager to contribute to a transformative industry, collaborate with top experts, and have a hands-on role in shaping the future of supply chain processes. 

Join us now and be a part of our rapidly growing company that is making waves in the supply chain industry. 

Position Summary 

As a Principal Architect, you will play a pivotal role in leading architectural initiatives, providing strategic direction, and shaping the technological landscape of our organization. Leveraging your extensive expertise in architecture and design principles, you will drive innovation, solve complex problems, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions aligned with business objectives. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to ensure our platform is scalable, maintainable, and secure. Establish and maintain governance processes to ensure adherence to architectural principles, standards, and policies across projects and initiatives. Lastly, your role will extend beyond individual contributions; you'll offer mentorship and guidance to Tech and Data teams, nurturing a culture underscored by continuous learning and innovation. 

Responsibilities 

• Provide strategic leadership in defining the organization's architectural vision, principles, and roadmap.

• Lead the design and implementation of complex, scalable, and secure solutions that meet business requirements

• Working with Product Manager, Product Owner and Software engineering teams to elaborate product requirements into technical requirements which are used to develop stories that can be estimated accurately.

• Mentor and coach development teams, providing technical expertise, guidance, and support throughout the project lifecycle. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• One who has expertise in designing and managing data architectures, including data models, databases, data warehouses, and data lakes. They should have experience in data modeling, data governance, data security, and data integration, as well as a strong understanding of emerging trends in big data and analytics.

• Relevant certifications in architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) and technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.

• Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs.

Experience and Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. A master’s degree or higher may be preferred for more senior positions.

• 10+ years of experience in a combination of enterprise, software, application, and data architecture roles within various industries or domains.

• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with various programming languages, software development methodologies, and tools are essential. This includes proficiency in areas such as system design, database management, cloud computing, distributed systems, and cybersecurity.

• Understanding of how network architecture plays a role in technical architecture.

• Experience working on solutions for third-party logistics providers

• Experience configuring, working with and maintaining Azure, AWS or GCP environments.

• Experience working with MACH (Microservices-based, API-first, Cloud-native SaaS, and Headless) companies.

• Proficiency in architectural modeling tools and techniques, such as UML, ArchiMate, BPMN, ERD, and others.

• Business acumen and understanding of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes to drive architectural innovation and business value.

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, including staying updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in architecture and related fields.

Perks and Benefits 

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees & their family

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

• Flexible work schedules & employee wellness initiatives.

• Opportunities for career advancement & growth.

• Fun team building events & social activities.

• Stock options, PF & Performance based onsite opportunities.

FIQ Culture 

Fulfillment IQ is a company that values its people, and we work together as a team while being a remote company. Fulfillment IQ is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.