Engineering Manager/Solution Architect

Job Description Job Description: Engineering Manager/Solution Architect Position Overview: - We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced (8 to 12 yrs.) Engineering Manager to lead and drive the development of advanced eCommerce, OMS, Headless CMS, Headless Search and Middleware solutions. This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking to manage cross-functional teams and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance eCommerce platforms. - The ideal candidate will have a strong background in eCommerce, solution architecture, must have knowledge in Javascript based frameworks like React & Next JS, and enterprise-class platforms. Additionally, expertise in code reviews, Sonar for code quality, payment gateways, fraud prevention, and SEO tools is essential. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: - Architect and oversee the development of scalable, secure, and high-performing eCommerce platforms, OMS, Headless CMS, Search and Headless APIs. - Ensure integration with SEO tools, Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Google Tag Manager (GTM), and other performance tracking mechanisms. - Design and manage integrations such as payment gateway like Adyen and fraud prevention services such as Riskified. - Conduct code reviews and leverage Sonar to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code. Team Management: - Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - Ensure adherence to best practices in software development, including code reviews and the use of tools like Sonar for maintaining code quality. Collaboration: - Collaborate with Product Managers, stakeholders, and other departments to gather and refine requirements. - Translate business needs into technical solutions that align with organizational goals. Project Management: - Plan, execute, and deliver Agile projects on time and within scope, maintaining high-quality standards. - Break down business requirements into actionable technical tasks and manage their execution. eCommerce Expertise: - Lead the setup of multi-country, multi-site eCommerce platforms, addressing challenges like localization, regulatory compliance, and seamless user experience. - Leverage expertise in Salesforce Commerce Cloud or similar enterprise-class eCommerce platforms to deliver robust solutions. Problem-Solving: - Identify and mitigate risks, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure timely resolution of challenges during project lifecycles. Required Skills and Qualifications: Technical Expertise: - Define the end-to-end technical architecture for eCommerce platforms (e.g., SFCC, SAP Commerce, Composable Commerce) - Strong knowledge of headless API architectures and integrations. - Basic understanding of Javascript frameworks like React, Next JS is preferable. - Expertise in designing and implementing multi-country, multi-site eCommerce platforms. Platform and Tool Integration: - Experience with Salesforce Commerce Cloud or similar enterprise-class E-commerce platforms. - Architect and oversee integration with backend systems (ERP, CRM, OMS, Payment Gateways) - Knowledge of SEO best practices, GA4, and GTM. Solution Architecture: - Ability to design systems that meet performance, scalability, and security requirements. - Strong focus on non-functional requirements, including system reliability and maintainability. Agile Project Management: - Extensive experience managing Agile projects and delivering on tight deadlines. - Proven ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality standards. Communication and Collaboration: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Work closely with Product Owners, BAs, Designers, and Dev Leads to translate business needs into technical solutions Business-Technical Translation: - Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable technical tasks and solutions. Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. - Experience with web analytics, accessibility standards, and advanced SEO strategies. - Prior experience managing distributed or global teams. - Full time engineering graduate from reputed institute.