Network Architect (Retail Media)

Job Description:

Pay Range: $65hr - $70hr

Responsibilities:

Architectural Design:

• Design and develop the overall architecture for the RMN platform, including data infrastructure, API integrations, and cloud-based systems.
• Define the technology roadmap for the RMN, aligning with business goals and industry trends.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to support the RMN.
• Create architectural diagrams and documentation.

Data Strategy:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy for the RMN, including data collection, storage, processing, and analysis.
• Design data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Define data governance and security policies.
• Design the data lake and data warehouse architecture that will support the reporting and analytical needs of the RMN.

PI and Integration:

• Design and implement APIs for data exchange with internal and external systems.
• Define API standards and best practices.
• Ensure seamless integration with third-party advertising platforms and data providers.

Cloud Infrastructure:

• Design and implement cloud-based infrastructure for the RMN, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
• Optimize cloud resource utilization and costs.
• Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices.

Security and Compliance:

• Design and implement security measures to protect the RMN platform and data.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
• Mentor and train junior architects and developers.
• Stay abreast of the latest technologies and trends in retail media and advertising.
• Work with vendors to evaluate software and hardware solutions.

Performance Optimization:

• Design and implement systems that allow for high performance of the retail media network.
• Design and implement monitoring systems to ensure that the retail media network is running optimally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in software architecture and system design.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and data modeling.
• Experience with API design and development.
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance regulations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with Retail Media Networks, or digital advertising platforms.
• Experience in designing high volume, low latency systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with specific retail media platforms.
• Knowledge of programmatic advertising and ad tech.
• Experience with customer data platforms (CDPs).
• Experience with Machine learning technologies.