About The Company

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

Our diverse global team of over 18,000 talented colleagues foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, delivering a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, driving the transformation of our industry and redefining tomorrow

The Digital Delivery Centres accelerate Inchcape’s digital journey by positively impacting the business and its customers through innovative and essential technological solutions.

Through our top talents, we support the mobility of millions of people globally through the power of digital technology.

Purpose of Role:

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect specializing in web and eCommerce applications to design and oversee the development of scalable, high-performance digital commerce platforms. This role requires expertise in React.js, PHP, databases, and cloud platforms, with a strong understanding of eCommerce ecosystems, payment gateways, and customer experience optimization.

Job Role and Responsibilities:

• Architect and design scalable web and eCommerce solutions, ensuring optimal performance, security, and user experience.
• Lead the development of React.js front-end applications and PHP or .Net based eCommerce back-end services.
• Define and oversee database architecture (SQL & NoSQL) for product catalogs, user data, and transactions.
• Design API-driven and microservices-based architectures for modular, extensible eCommerce platforms.
• Present architectural designs to the architecture board for review and approval.
• Ensure cloud-based deployment (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for high availability and resilience.
• Work closely with UI/UX and product manager teams to enhance customer experience and optimize website performance.
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud automation to support agile development.
• Ensure security best practices, including PCI compliance, data encryption, and fraud prevention.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect for web and eCommerce applications.
• Expertise in React.js, JavaScript (ES6+), and state management libraries (Redux, Context API, etc.)
• Strong proficiency in PHP and/or .Net
• Deep understanding of database design and management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Azure DB).
• Experience integrating PIM (Product Information Management) and CRM systems.
• Cloud expertise with Azure, including serverless architectures.
• Experience with GraphQL, RESTful APIs, and headless commerce architectures.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-based deployment strategies.
• Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, and web security best practices (OAuth, JWT, PCI DSS).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and Agile development.

Realise your potential

• Build a brilliant career, where you’re encouraged and supported to fulfil your ambition, mentored by excellent managers.
• Explore exciting and rewarding career pathways, with regular promotion and performance reviews to help you progress.
• Develop your expertise and upgrade your skills with continuous training in the latest tech advancements.

If you have the skills, passion, and drive to thrive in this role, and you're ready to grow your career with a dynamic global team in the digital space, we want to hear from you!

Click Apply Now or send your CV to recruitment_ddc@inchcape.com with the subject line: Application for Solutions Architect

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