Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly! Bring passion and dedication to the job and there’s no telling what can be accomplished. Apple’s Supply chain integration (SCI) team has built and implemented systems for running end to end supply chain processes, automating the decisions of when, where, what & how in the supply chain. We work on many high-impact projects that serve various Apple lines of business. Have the chance to network with vendors, and in-house personnel, super users, as well as form a dream team of authorities for each project to improve resources and efficiency! We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Technical Solutions Architect with expertise in Java, Python, and Angular to join our team. This role is crucial in designing and implementing innovative technical solutions within the supply chain domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software architecture, development, and system integration, with a focus on supply chain processes.

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with a strong background in supply chain systems and expertise in Java, Python, and Angular to lead the design and development of scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture, design end-to-end solutions, and ensure alignment with business goals and technical standards. Lead the design and architecture of complex supply chain solutions using Java, Python and Angular technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable high-performance solutions. Develop architectural frameworks and guidelines to ensure consistent and efficient system development. Translate business requirements into scalable and efficient technical solutions using a microservices-based architecture. Design and implement APIs, data models, and application logic using Java and Python. Develop and maintain rich, responsive user interfaces using Angular. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and optimized for performance and scalability. Collaborate with stakeholders across business, development, QA, and DevOps to ensure successful delivery of solutions. Oversee the development and integration of supply chain applications ensuring seamless connectivity between various systems. Evaluate new technologies and integrate them into existing systems as needed. Provide mentorship to development teams and ensure adherence to best practices in software architecture and design. Participate in code reviews, architectural reviews, and technical audits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 6 years software development experience with a strong focus on Java, Python, and Angular
• 6 years experience in solution architecture, preferably within the supply chain domain
• 6 years experience with micro-services architecture and RESTful API development.
• 6 years experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• 6 years experience with database modelling, design and management, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent years of work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Java, Python, and Angular.
• 5+ years of experience in solution architecture, particularly within the supply chain domain.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Leadership and team management capabilities, with a focus on mentoring and guiding development teams.
• Experience with additional frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).
• Understanding of supply chain management processes, including demand planning, inventory management, logistics, and order fulfillment.
• Knowledge of machine learning and data analytics tools.
• Certification in solution architecture or related fields.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

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