Software Architect (Back End)

Company:  

US0623 Sysco Technologies, LLC

Sales Territory:  

US-TX-Houston

Zip Code:

77077

Travel Percentage:  

0

Compensation Range:

$114,500.00 - $190,800.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.  

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a skilled Software Architect specializing in backend technologies to design, implement, and optimize scalable systems that enhance our eCommerce solution. This role involves leading technical strategy, developing robust architectures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver capabilities. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Architect and Design: Partner with product managers to understand business needs, develop high-level designs, and guide engineering teams to implement solutions effectively. 

• Strategic Leadership: Define the technical vision and roadmap aligned with business goals. 

• System Integration: Integrate enterprise systems, real-time data processing pipelines, and third-party tools into the eCommerce platform. 

• Performance Optimization: Simplify architecture and overall system response times through continuous tuning and experimentation. 

• Governance: Establish coding standards, architecture best practices, and technical documentation. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent for the specific roles responsibilities

Mandatory Experience:

• Extensive experience with Java/NodeJs, Spring Framework and ORM frameworks. 
• 10+ years of experience in Software Engineering or Architecture discipline

• Proficiency in Spring framework, Cloud Technologies, API orchestration frameworks such as GraphQL 

• Strong knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and caching solutions. 

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). 

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. 

• Strong communication, mentoring and collaboration skills. 

• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). 

• Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). 

• Knowledge of performance tuning, and DevSecOps practices. 

• Background in real-time data processing (e.g., Kafka) and data modeling. 

• Experience in implementing security protocols, advanced authorization strategies would be an added advantage. 

• Excellent leadership and negotiation skills with the ability to clearly propose and articulate architecture and technology decisions. 

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

01/01/2026