Smart Sourcer Limited

Solution Architect Retail Applications (eCommerce, POS, Loyalty, OMS, ERP) An outstanding opportunity to step into a high-impact Solution Architect role with a global technology consultancy at the forefront of large-scale retail transformation. This organisation partners with many of the worlds best-known retail brands, delivering modern, enterprise-grade architectures across the full customer and supply-chain lifecycle. Youll work on major programmes spanning eCommerce, payments, loyalty, ERP, order management (OMS), booking & reservations, point of sale (POS), buying &merchandising, smart warehousing, supply chain, and fulfilment. The work is varied, complex, and genuinely industry-shaping. What youll do: Lead end-to-end solution design for high-profile retail clients, shaping application architectures that underpin millions of customer interactions. Work closely with product, engineering, and business teams to define scalable, secure, and future-proof solutions. Act as a trusted advisor, guiding clients through technology choices, integration patterns, and architectural best practice. Contribute to enterprise-wide transformation programmes with global reach. What youll bring: 2+ years experience as a Solution Architect in a consumer-facing environment (retail, travel, hospitality, media, or similar). Strong grounding in end-to-end application architecture, ideally across multiple domains. Experience with one or more retail-centric platforms such as eCommerce, payments, loyalty, PoS, order management (OMS), booking & reservations, buying &merchandising, warehousing, supply chain, or fulfilment. Familiarity with architectural frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent. A background in software engineering or technical business analysis is a strong advantage. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to engage directly with senior client teams. Ability to work on client sites in and around London 12 days per week, with the remainder remote. A relevant degree, ideally in Computer Science (or similar) Why this role stands out: Work with global retail leaders on programmes that directly shape customer experience at scale. Join a consultancy known for deep technical & retail domain expertise and a collaborative, supportive culture. Build a portfolio of high-impact architecture work across multiple domains with multiple retailers Clear progression pathways into enterprise architecture, domain leadership, or programme architecture roles. £85k-£100k + package. London & remote (80%). JBRP1_UKTJ