Software Architect - Retail Pro

Nayax • Washington, DC

137d • $70,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Retail Pro International (RPI) is a global leader in retail management software, empowering retailers in over 80 countries with flexible, scalable, and powerful solutions. Our mission is to enable retailers to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape by delivering innovative technology, deep industry expertise, and a commitment to long-term partnerships. RPI was acquired by Nayax in 2023 and has been merged into the company’s product portfolio. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Architect to lead the design and technical direction of a scalable application built on a Windows Server backend with a browser-based front end. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in system architecture, web technologies, backend services, and application security. You will play a critical role in defining the technology roadmap, evaluating new tools, and ensuring architectural consistency and scalability across the system. The Software Architect will report to the VP, Software Development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or computer science, or equivalent experience
• Experience with hybrid (cloud + on-premises) deployments
• Familiarity with legacy system migration or modernization strategies
• Experience with enterprise integrations (Active Directory, LDAP, SSO)
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Experience with service applications
• Experience in designing or overseeing modern web front ends
• Experience with multiple programming languages (e.g. Delphi, C#, Javascript, Typescript)
• Experience developing multi-threaded applications
• Experience working with REST interfaces
• Experience working with distributed applications across multiple time zones with different regional settings is a plus
• Experience with retail point-of-sale applications is a plus
• Retail Pro experience is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Define overall architecture and technology stack for a distributed application with Windows Server-based backend (services, APIs, database) and browser-accessible front end (HTML/JavaScript-based UI)
• Develop architecture and design documents (HLD/LLD)
• Lead system design sessions and collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, QA, product)
• Review and approve software designs, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability
• Select appropriate tools, technologies, and frameworks aligned with business needs
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code/design reviews
• Ensure robust security models are in place, both in backend services and browser clients
• Define integration strategies with external systems, authentication providers, or APIs
• Monitor technical debt and provide strategies for refactoring or modernization
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices

Benefits

• The base salary range for this position is $70,000-$110,000 per year
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus and additional benefits
• Final compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees