About AutoZone
AutoZone is the nation's leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories with more than 6,000 stores in the US, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Brazil. Each store carries an extensive line of cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, and light trucks, including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items, and accessories.
We also sell automotive diagnostic and repair software through ALLDATA, diagnostic and repair information through ALLDATAdiy.com, automotive accessories through AutoAnything.com, and auto and light truck parts and accessories through AutoZone.com.
Since opening its first store in Forrest City, Ark. on July 4, 1979, the company has joined the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AZO) and earned a spot in the Fortune 500.
AutoZone has been committed to providing the best parts, prices, and customer service in the automotive aftermarket industry. We have a rich culture and history of going the Extra Mile for our customers and our community. At AutoZone you’re not just doing a job; you’re playing a crucial role in creating a better experience for our customers while creating opportunities to DRIVE YOUR CAREER almost anywhere! We are looking for talented, customer-focused people, enjoy helping others, and have the DRIVE to excel in a fast-paced environment!
Position Summary
AutoZone is seeking an experienced Architect to join the Enterprise Architecture (EA) team. Our goal is to grow and mature the EA practice at AutoZone by improving architecture and governance processes. We regularly partner with IT Leadership, Business Stakeholders, and Product Owners to produce detailed roadmaps, improve alignment, and increase visibility for Programs and Projects to drive digital transformation
ResponsibilitiesOwn the suite of Enterprise Architecture standards, collaborating with other Architects and Stakeholders to develop and review all technology standards.
Own the Governance Process for reviewing project designs and ensuring that solutions adhere to technology standards, are aligned with Business and IT strategy, and are appropriately robust.
Collaborate with execution teams to provide timely recommendations and drive solution design to the best possible outcomes that align with our Long-Term Strategy and Standards
Collaborate with Business Stakeholders and Product Owners to develop business capability roadmaps to frame long-term business strategy.
Collaborate with IT Leaders and Stakeholders to develop technology capability roadmaps to frame long-term IT strategy, analyzing the landscape for critical deficiencies or gaps.
Own and be an advocate for the Enterprise Architecture tool suite and enable users to manage their products and make strategic plans.
Be a Trusted Advisor for AutoZone that can assist with level setting expectations, resource planning, estimation of effort, or general understanding of the IT landscape.
Be a Leader that clearly articulates a vision to multiple audiences and helps drive toward long-term strategic outcomes incrementally through IT initiatives.
- Be a Mentor and Thought Leader for AutoZone IT and the industry
Bachelor's degree in computer-science or related field
14+ years of experience in the IT industry with hands on development experience and appropriate depth in at least one technology stack
5+ years of experience as a Technical / Solutions Architect
Experience leading multiple dependent, parallel work streams a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and analytical skills, including the ability to effectively communicate complex topics to a broad audience.
A systems thinker, able to move fluidly between high-level abstract thinking and detail -oriented implementation, able to summarize large amounts of information for multiple audiences.
Ability to independently research, assess, and compare new technologies, platforms, or tools and determine potential use for AutoZone.
A self-starter that is naturally inquisitive, requiring only small pieces to the puzzle across many technologies, both new and legacy - able to quickly learn new technologies and tools.
A fact-driven decision maker, with an ability to make quick decisions in uncertain circumstances.
Broad and deep understanding of industry standard concepts, patterns of application architecture, patterns of architecture change, methodologies, and principles
Experience designing, developing, and deploying large-scale, highly available, robust software solutions, particularly using Service-Based and/or Event-Based Architectures
Experience with Cloud Providers, Hybrid Cloud, or Multi-Cloud a plus.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
- 14+ years of experience in the IT industry
- Hands-on development experience with depth in at least one technology stack
- 5+ years of experience as a Technical or Solutions Architect
- Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and analytical skills
- Systems-thinking ability across high-level architecture and detailed implementation
- Ability to research, assess, and compare technologies, platforms, and tools
- Broad and deep understanding of application architecture patterns, methodologies, and principles
- Experience designing, developing, and deploying large-scale, highly available software solutions
- Experience with Service-Based and/or Event-Based Architectures
- Experience leading multiple dependent, parallel workstreams
- Experience with cloud providers, hybrid cloud, or multi-cloud environments
AutoZone Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AutoZone and has not been reviewed or approved by AutoZone.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is offered, with employer matching contributions made per pay period noted in company materials. This creates a structured long‑term savings path for eligible employees.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan enables buying company stock at a discounted price. This provides an additional wealth‑building avenue beyond base wages.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability, and EAP coverage are available as part of standard packages. These offerings establish a comprehensive baseline of health and protection benefits for eligible employees.
AutoZone Insights
What We Do
AutoZone is the nation's leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories with more than 7,000 stores in the US, Mexico, Brazil and Puerto Rico. Each store carries an extensive line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light trucks, including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items and accessories. AutoZone, headquartered in Memphis, TN, is a growing Fortune 300 company with a deep commitment to serving our customers, communities and fellow AutoZoners. We have vast opportunities in our stores, distribution centers, field offices, specialty business units and Store Support Center and embrace diverse experiences, backgrounds, knowledge and ideas to strengthen our teams and business. Our team is connected by a deep commitment to our Pledge and Values, principles established more than thirty years ago that reinforce our priorities and team culture. In addition, we constantly innovate and aspire to best serve our customers, creating new and better tools, training and outreach to serve both DIY and the professional installer customers. From in-store tools to E-Commerce, training and development to recognition, our team has the tools to help you grow your career at AutoZone. See where your drive can take you!
