Senior Solution Architect - eCommerce

Do you want to work in an amazing team within the rapidly growing area of eCommerce? And are you motivated to join Arla in a role where you get to tie technologies together for our global B2B ordering platform? 

About the job 

Joining our IT organisation, you will be working with the commercial side of our IT products, which is an area that benefits from an increased focus and activity. As a Senior Solution Architect for eCommerce you will be setting our technical direction for our global B2B eCommerce solution, cooperating closely both with project and support team.

As our new senior solution architect, you will be overall responsible for ensuring that our solutions and features fit into the architectural landscape and that our commercial landscape fit with the future requirements of our customers. With new features constantly added to our backlog of work, the team needs a strong profile that can take the helicopter view and create a sustainable and future-proof technological foundation for our many ambitions – both those we have now, and those that are to come. 

You will also assist the product owner in scoping features and ensuring that the right architectural decisions are made before these are committed to the backlog. This entails frequent interaction with our commercial business, so building strong relationships and managing your stakeholders must also be one of your core competencies. 

More specifically, the role will include: 

• Leading the implementation of key technical components of the eCommerce solutions and being responsible for the delivery of architecture designs and solution strategies 
• Applying best implementation practices and conducting design/code reviews during major project milestones 
• Aiding in the scoping of epics and features together with the product owner 
• Aligning strategic ambitions with other architects inside and outside of our commercial train 

Who are you? 

With your strong people and stakeholder management skills, you can set a direction and diplomatically engage people around you to follow it. Because of your own motivation to learn new things and expand your area of expertise, you gladly and easily absorb new knowledge. 

In order to succeed we imagine you can tick off the following areas: 

• Experience from a similar role where you participated in the successful delivery and implementation of technical components  
• Experience with an agile culture and mindset  
• Deep business knowledge of eCommerce products and processes to drive solution architecture
• Proactive mindset for identifying business opportunities in your technical area of expertise
• Experience with how to integrate eCommerce solutions with the broader commercial landscape (i.e. Service solutions)
• A strong customer experience mindset – Your designs include the perspective of the customer and their needs
• Very strong leadership and influencing skills – as well as a demonstrated ability to influence program partners to meet project and program objectives 

In addition it would be an advantage if you have:

• In-depth expertise in our technologies (Optimizely Commerce & CMS, Azure, etc.) advantage 
• Experience with B2C eCommerce solutions in an manufacturer context
• Experience within FMCG

What do we offer? 

At Arla, we value our IT specialists and provide a range of attractive benefits to support your personal and professional growth:

• Trainings with industry experts and a comprehensive induction program.
• Financial support for ongoing education and professional development.
• Flexibility in working hours and the option to work from home.
• Medical care and life insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program offering legal, psychological, health, and financial consulting.
• Additional perks like gym memberships, vouchers, travel points, and cinema tickets.
• Home kit including a monitor, laptop, keyboard, mouse, headsets, and webcam.
• Relaxation breaks to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
• Relocation allowance for a smooth transition to our vibrant city.
• Referral program for employees to earn rewards by recommending top talent.
• Additional holiday days based on length of employment (up to 4 days).

Application and contact 

If you want to be part of our journey and help shape the industry, then seize this exciting opportunity. Please apply as soon as possible, as we will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. 

Welcome to Arla

Arla is a global farmer-owned organisation that is behind many well-known and loved brands.

Arla's Global IT team is a powerhouse of over 500+ highly skilled IT specialists across Denmark, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Poland. In addition to this impressive group, we work with approximately 800 consultants who are experts in SAP, Microsoft, cloud-based solutions, and targeted business needs.

But here at Arla, we're not just about making some of the world's most beloved dairy products. We're about making healthy taste delicious, making mornings worth getting out of bed for, and making family dinners unforgettable. Our iconic brands, such as Arla®, Castello®, and Lurpak®, are more than just products; they're an integral and natural part of modern life in over 100 countries around the globe.