Senior Expert Solution Architecture (m/w/d)
Fressnapf Maxi Zoo21 hours ago
Krefeld, GermanySenior / Staff+
Responsibilities
- Continuously develop the software and system architecture of the cloud-based IT landscape.
- Translate business requirements into sustainable and scalable technical solutions.
- Define architecture standards, patterns, and best practices with fellow architects.
- Document technical solutions and coordinate them with relevant stakeholders.
- Develop hands-on proof-of-concept projects that balance technical excellence and business value.
- Collaborate with Product Owners, project teams, and Enterprise Architecture to align systems with strategic business goals.
- Integrate complex systems, particularly within SAP environments.
Requirements
- 5–8 years of professional experience in software development and software architecture.
- Experience working with interface definitions such as OpenAPI or XML.
- Broad methodological expertise in structured requirements analysis, solution documentation, and presentation.
- Experience integrating complex systems, particularly in SAP environments.
- Understanding of core retail processes such as logistics, e-commerce, or customer loyalty programs.
- Fluency in German and English.
- Strong communication, assertiveness, collaboration, self-organization, and willingness to explore new technologies.
- Experience in a modern retail environment is preferred.
Benefits
- Pro rata mobile working and flexible working hours.
- Open, familiar, and appreciative culture with team events.
- Dynamic, innovative, and agile working environment.
- High personal responsibility and freedom to implement ideas.
- Regular training and seminars through the company academy.
- Dogs are welcome in the offices.
- Preventive healthcare, fitness, and Yoga@work programs.
- Employee discounts, company bike leasing, and company pension plan.
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About Fressnapf Maxi Zoo
Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo is a privately held European omnichannel retailer of pet food, supplies, and care services for pet owners. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Krefeld, Germany, it runs over 2,800 Fressnapf and Maxi Zoo stores alongside online shops, offering national brands and private labels. Most German locations are franchised, while stores in other European countries are company-owned.