Senior Architect I - Global Supply Chain Technology, WMS (Manhattan Active)

Senior Architect I - Global Supply Chain Technology, WMS (Manhattan Active)

Business Unit: Store Support Centre (SSC)

Time Type: Full-time

Description & Requirements

Who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. We create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. Our success is attributed to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community. We focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future, including an equitable, inclusive, and growth-focused environment for our people.

About this team

The architecture group at lululemon guides the design and implementation of technical strategies that support our rapidly scaling global business. You will work in a matrixed environment alongside peers in business, technology, program, and strategy to collaboratively develop and deliver industry-leading technology solutions aligned to business goals. You will also be supported by a diverse Architecture Community of Practice, providing learning and governance resources to all architects, helping you build a robust practice of leadership grounded in technical proficiency, innovative thinking, and empathy.

A day in the life:

As a Senior Architect in the Skyline (Manhattan Active) team, you support delivery teams in developing detailed solution roadmaps for a well-defined set of capabilities or logical groups of systems, services, or projects. You partner closely with analysts, engineers, and project management to ensure implementation meets design expectations. You proactively reach out to architects and leaders in teams with which your technology integrates, driving results through strong cross-functional collaboration. You serve as the organization’s subject matter expert for capabilities in your portfolio and work actively within the Architecture Community of Practice. You will fit right in if you have:

• Proven experience architecting, solutioning, and scaling a WMS system, preferably Manhattan Active or prior versions.
• Strong cloud-based microservice architecture, design, and integration experience.
• Software engineering and DevOps principles, including knowledge of CI/CD workspace and tools.
• Proven experience architecting solutions appropriate to the problem – in terms of simplicity, cost, and support required.
• Familiarity with architecture fundamentals, e.g., Patterns, Standards/Best Practices, Blueprints, NFRs, etc.
• Experience working in a global agile delivery environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively bridge the gap between technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong leadership qualities, with a proven track record of mentoring and inspiring teams.
• Strong strategic and critical thinking skills, comfortable dealing with ambiguity and adversity.
• Comfortable meeting and presenting to large groups of people and participating in architecture design reviews.

Qualifications:

• BS / BA in technology-related discipline or relevant industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of real-world experience developing, deploying, scaling, and maintaining software systems; a majority of this experience should come from working in and around cloud-based services.
• Supply chain experience is essential for success in this role, with prior experience developing solutions for retail or eCommerce businesses. Manhattan or Manhattan Active experience is preferred.
• Deep hands-on experience using compute, networking, storage, and database components in one of the major cloud platforms: Amazon AWS (preferred), Microsoft Azure, or GCP.
• Ability to describe the key services of a given cloud platform and select appropriately for given use cases, e.g., compute, storage, analytics, etc.

Must haves:

• Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
• Communicates with honesty and kindness, creating space for others to do the same.
• Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Comfortable driving change and embracing diversity and innovation in the face of ambiguity and complexity.
• Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working.

Compensation and Benefits Package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $123,500-$162,100 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and equity offerings, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans.
• Paid time off.
• Savings and retirement plan matching.
• Parenthood top-up.
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings.
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series.

Workplace arrangement

This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week. Applicants must be located in, or willing to relocate to, the specified work location.

Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on any protected classification. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.