Headquartered in California, U.S.A., GSPANN is a leading provider of consulting and IT services to global clients. We specialize in helping clients transform their IT capabilities, optimize business practices, and drive operational efficiency across industries such as retail, high-technology, and manufacturing. With five global delivery centers and over 1,900 employees, we combine the personalized approach of a boutique consultancy with the extensive capabilities of a large IT services firm.
Detailed Job Description:
Job Title: Solution Architect with Retail/ecommerce experience.
Location: San Ramon, CA (Hybrid, 4 days onsite per week)
Job Type: Long-term Contract
Experience Range: 12+ years
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Solution Architect with a strong focus on UI/Frontend architecture to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing and delivering end-to-end solutions for retail applications, ensuring they meet client expectations and business needs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to craft scalable, high-performance, and intuitive user interfaces that align with business goals and technical requirements.
This is a long-term contract position, requiring you to work hybrid (4 days onsite per week) at our San Ramon, CA location.
Key Responsibilities: • Solution Design: Lead the architecture design for UI/Frontend solutions in retail applications, ensuring alignment with client requirements and business objectives. • End-to-End Architecture: Develop and implement comprehensive end-to-end solution architectures, integrating UI, frontend, and backend components effectively. • UI/UX Collaboration: Work closely with UX/UI designers to translate design concepts into scalable, high-performance front-end solutions. • Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to frontend developers, ensuring best practices in coding, architecture, and performance optimization. • Client Engagement: Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into technical architecture and solution plans. • Technology Strategy: Stay current with the latest frontend technologies (React, Angular, Vue.js, etc.) and industry trends, proposing new solutions and methodologies for continuous improvement. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with backend architects, data engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and delivery of the full solution. • Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design decisions, and implementation guidelines.
Key Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Solution Architect with a focus on UI/Frontend solutions. • Strong expertise in frontend technologies including React.js, Angular, Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript. • Deep understanding of frontend architecture, including component design, state management (e.g., Redux, Context API), and performance optimization. • Strong experience in retail applications or similar domains, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and integrating frontend solutions with backend systems. • Solid understanding of UI/UX principles, with the ability to work collaboratively with designers. • Experience with responsive design and ensuring cross-browser compatibility. • Knowledge of Agile and DevOps methodologies. • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Working at GSPANN
GSPANN is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. We provide competitive benefits, educational assistance, and career growth opportunities to our employees. Every employee is valued for their talent and contribution. Working with us will give you an opportunity to work globally with some of the best brands in the industry.
The company does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and to treat qualified individuals without discrimination based on their physical or mental disability status. GSPANN is an equal opportunity employer for minorities/females/veterans/disabled.