Solution Architect - POS System (5-8 yrs)

Role : Solution Architect

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our Point of Sale (POS) systems.

The Solution Architect will be responsible for developing and maintaining POS architecture strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring seamless integration with other business systems, and driving enhancements for scalability, security, and performance.

This role requires a deep understanding of retail operations, POS solutions, and experience in architecting solutions that improve the customer experience at the point of purchase.

Job Description Summary :

Responsible for designing and developing solutions, including infrastructure, security, integration and test of the solutions according to existing strategies, principles and best-practices to meet the organization's current and future business needs.

This involves understanding existing systems and technology, including comprehending the relationships, dependencies and flows of information.

Responsibilities :

- Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable POS systems that integrate seamlessly with backend systems (e., ERP, CRM, inventory management).

- Work closely with business stakeholders, including operations, finance, and IT, to define system requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.

- Design integration points with external systems, such as payment gateways, loyalty programs, inventory systems, and e-commerce platforms, ensuring data consistency and real-time updates.

- Analyze current POS architecture, identify areas of improvement, and implement solutions to enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability.

- Ensure all POS solutions comply with industry standards, such as PCI-DSS, and implement best practices for data protection, including encryption and secure data handling.

- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring high-quality implementation of POS solutions and fostering best practices in architecture.

- Collaborate with third-party vendors to assess POS solutions, manage software updates, and ensure alignment with our technical and business requirements.

Required Education, Experience & Skills :

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; a master's degree is a plus.

- 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, with a strong focus on POS systems.

- In-depth knowledge of POS systems, hardware, and software.

- Proven experience with POS integrations, payment processing, and retail operations.

- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including PCI-DSS.

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- Experience with cloud-based POS solutions and familiarity with SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS platforms.