Technical Architect

Centric Software•Campbell, CA

8d•$120,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Centric Software is seeking an experienced Technical Architect for its Retail Planning and Pricing team in Professional Services. The role leads the technical design and implementation of Centric Planning solutions for retailers, serving as the technical authority on customer implementations. It combines technical leadership with hands-on architecture, integration design, deployment support, and customer engagement. The architect designs scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions; defines integrations with ERP systems, data warehouses, and third-party applications; and guides customers on architecture and deployment best practices. The role works with Product Engineering, Solution Architects, customers, consultants, and technical team members to resolve complex challenges, deliver implementations, and improve technical standards and methodologies. The anticipated base salary range is $120,000–$160,000 per year. Actual compensation depends on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and work location. The position may also be eligible for a bonus. Centric offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and other applicable benefits, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Requirements

A degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
At least 7 years of experience in enterprise software implementation or solution architecture.
Strong SQL Server knowledge and database design experience.
Experience designing enterprise integrations using APIs and ETL technologies.
Experience with Microsoft Azure.
Understanding of retail planning, merchandise planning, or supply chain systems.
Excellent customer-facing consulting and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to business stakeholders.
Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, solve complex integration challenges, and develop others.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
Power BI experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical architecture of Centric Planning implementations, designing scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions.
Define integration strategies connecting Centric Planning with ERP systems, data warehouses, and third-party applications.
Create and review technical design documentation and integration blueprints.
Advise customers on architecture best practices and deployment strategies.
Provide technical leadership throughout implementation and mentor consultants and technical team members.
Work with Product Engineering, Solution Architects, and customers to resolve complex technical challenges.
Support software installation, configuration, upgrades, and performance optimization.
Promote technical standards, reusable frameworks, and implementation best practices.
Contribute to solution sizing, technical discovery, and pre-sales activities.
Continuously improve delivery methodologies and technical standards.