Scope:
- The Senior Technical Architect plays a key role in guiding Blue Yonder WMS architecture for the Development & Support Services (DSS) team. This role is critical in defining and governing the best practices, standards, and roadmaps for all WMS Modification Developments, Migrations, and Integrations. The Architect is expected to champion quality deliverables and explore emerging technologies, particularly AI/ML, to deliver measurable ROI to WMS customers.
Our current technical environment:
- Software: Core Java, PLSQL and Extjs
What you’ll do:
A. WMS Architecture, Standards & Roadmap
- Serve as the trusted advisor from DSS to various stakeholders, bridging the gap between business needs and technical execution.
- Define and govern technical standards, best practices, and roadmaps for all WMS modifications, migrations, and integrations.
- Conduct frequent architecture reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and workshops to elevate the DSS team's technical expertise.
- Ensure all WMS development and architecture remain aligned with customer business goals and DSS policies/standards.
B. Technical Leadership & Mentorship
- Identify and groom future technical leaders within the development team, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Take ownership of end-to-end project delivery and provide technical guidance to assigned engineers.
- Champion quality without impacting delivery timelines and/or efforts.
C. Solution Design & Delivery
- Provide technical inputs and High-Level Estimates (HLEs) to support pre-sales activities, including PRS responses and design workshops.
- Analyze customer requirements and business objectives to propose effective technical solutions.
- Participate in solution design and design review processes to ensure alignment with business and technical objectives.
- Prepare and manage software releases, rollouts, and patches, including release planning, scheduling, and creation of release notes.
- Ensure all deliverables, including code and documentation, undergo peer reviews and follow-up on feedback.
D. Innovation & Emerging Technology
- Evaluate emerging technologies (especially AI/ML) and assess their applicability to enhance the delivery experience.
- Collaborate with Data Science teams to integrate AI/ML models into warehouse operations (e.g., demand forecasting, robotic process automation).
- Champion Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs) and scalable AI solutions that deliver measurable ROI to WMS customers.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or Engineering or other relevant disciplines (MCA, MSc in Computer Science etc.)
- Total Experience – 12 yrs to 15 yrs
- Professional Certificate like TOGAF adds value to the role.
- Prior experience with ERP/Blue Yonder / JDA / RedPrairie WMS or other WMS platforms is an added advantage.
- Experience with Java, Ext JS, Java Script, PL SQL, Microservices.
- Experience in Python Scripting
- Experience in test management and test execution.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
- Use of AI Tools – Cursor AI, Replit AI, GitHub, Copilot
- Strong experience with source code control systems such as GitHub and Jenkins.
- Proficiency in working with Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems, including command-line usage.
- Working knowledge of JIRA for issue and project tracking.
- Experience in tracking work using KANBAN dashboards etc
- Experience in handling development teams for Software package delivery, Code Reviews, Mentoring
- Experience in Code refactoring
- In-depth knowledge of software development best practices, build processes, IDEs, and database tools (e.g., SQL Developer, SQL Management Studio).
Our Values
If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core Values
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MCA, or MSc
- 12 to 15 years total professional experience
- Experience with Core Java
- Experience with PL/SQL
- Experience with Ext JS and JavaScript
- Experience designing and building Microservices
- Python scripting experience
- Experience with WMS platforms (Blue Yonder/JDA/RedPrairie) or other WMS
- Experience in test management and test execution
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
- Experience using AI tools (Cursor AI, Replit AI, GitHub Copilot)
- Strong experience with source code control (GitHub) and CI/CD (Jenkins)
- Proficiency with Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems and CLI
- Working knowledge of JIRA for issue and project tracking
- Experience tracking work using Kanban dashboards
- Experience leading development teams, code reviews, mentoring
- Experience in code refactoring and software development best practices
- Familiarity with IDEs, build processes, and database tools (SQL Developer, SQL Management Studio)
- Professional certificate like TOGAF
Blue Yonder Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Blue Yonder and has not been reviewed or approved by Blue Yonder.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous or “unlimited” in the U.S., alongside paid holidays, sick time, and two paid volunteer days. These policies are often highlighted as strengths that support work–life balance.
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Flexible Benefits — Remote-work options and flexible arrangements are emphasized as part of the package. This flexibility is valued alongside compensation and can help offset middling pay for some roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided, with mental health/EAP support and HSA/FSA options referenced. These core coverages are portrayed as solid and comprehensive.
Blue Yonder Insights
What We Do
Blue Yonder is the world leader in digital supply chain and omni-channel commerce fulfillment. Our intelligent, end-to-end platform enables retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers to seamlessly predict, pivot and fulfill customer demand. With Blue Yonder, you can make more automated, profitable business decisions that deliver greater growth and re-imagined customer experiences. Blue Yonder - Fulfill your Potential Blue Yonder’s tagline “Fulfill Your Potential” reflects the company’s mission to empower every organization and person on the planet to fulfill their potential. Each day, our global teams of associates and business partners work together to accelerate global economic growth, increase sustainability and prosperity with a Sonoran Spirit.
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