Foster and implement architecture and technology guidelines, standards and best practices;
Design solutions in a clear and efficient way for relevant initiatives, supporting all others when needed, with focus on store operations solutions;
Ensure that technical designs comply with applicable architecture standards and designs are functionally and technically feasible;
Manage solutions evolution/roadmap aligned with enterprise strategy incorporating technology trends and innovations;
Involved in the early stages of feasibility, converging sooner to MVP (minimum viable product);
Validates technology ability to meet business, performance, integration, and scalability requirements;
Work with business partners, program managers and development teams on oversight for all requirements to formulate appropriate architecture required to provide system functionality;
Negotiate contracts with partners to accomplish better TCO (Total Cost Ownership);
Understands the long-term business objectives and proposes technology strategies to meet those objectives;
Play a leading role in the investigation of new technologies and architectural initiatives to meet medium to long term business needs.