Senior Solution Architect - Upstream Supply Chain

who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
about this team
Upstream Supply Chain Technology enables and accelerates the growth of Supply Chain from RM to FG production, by providing innovative solutions while ensuring product integrity and compliance. Our purpose is to empower the organization to strategically envision, drive innovation, optimize sourcing and manufacturing processes, cultivate a responsible Supply Chain, ensure superior product quality, and uphold market leadership. We are a team that dares to innovate, support each other, elevate our partnerships, and collaborate while having fun. We are looking for a Solution Architect to support the technology team responsible for product quality and raw materials development. In this influential role, you will collaborate closely with business partners, product management and delivery team to shape the team’s roadmap and define the technology vision.
a day in the life
The Architect develops detailed solution roadmaps for a specific system, project, or application. You will partner closely with engineers and project management to ensure that implementation meets design expectations and adheres to enterprise architecture standards.

• Solution/system Design of System architecture and roadmap
• Utilize architecture best practices and standards in design and build
• Design and document re-usable and scalable frameworks and components
• Provide first level effort and cost assessments to departmental initiatives
• Coordinate & collaborate with counterparts in other departments to ensure technology solutions are built for the enterprise
• Assist management in making technology decisions by weighing in on risk and ROI
• Participate and contribute to yearly strategic initiative planning and funding discussions
• Collaborate with Product Management, Domain Architects and Lead Engineer to bring projects from concept to implementation

qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of software engineering experience including at least 4 years at a retail/supply-chain organization in Solution Architect capacity
• Well experienced in the Retail/Supply chain industry, familiar with application systems and business practices in this realm
• Experience solutioning end-to-end full-stack applications, integration of SaaS and PaaS systems
• Experience working with Cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred)
• Experience building technology roadmaps spanning 3-5 years
• Experience in vendor evaluation and scoring of new technologies/tools
• Familiarity with architectural frameworks and patterns

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

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 $136,200 - $178,700 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. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, 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
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
workplace arrangement
This role is classified as Hybrid under our SSC Workplace Policy: Hybrid
In-person collaboration is important, and much of the role can be performed remotely. Work is performed onsite at least 3 days per week.
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Health insurance, Dental insurance, Paid time off, Employee discount, Retirement plan