Principal, Engineer - Architecture - Enterprise

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Job Overview

The Enterprise Application Architect aligns technology initiatives with business outcomes through strategic partnership and technical leadership. As a key member of the Enterprise Architecture team, they bring deep subject matter expertise in the application architecture domain while collaborating to define and promote the overall architectural vision.

The Enterprise Application Architect focuses on how Macy's designs software solutions-including applications, services, microservices, platforms, and the integration patterns and technologies that connect them. They establish standards and principles for the application domain and work closely with fellow enterprise architects to shape the broader enterprise architecture vision.

They are accountable for defining, documenting, and communicating both the current and target state architectures, as well as for developing actionable roadmaps to reach Macy's architectural "North Star." The architect identifies cross-cutting opportunities to accelerate delivery, enhance solution quality, and reduce risk, and drives the prioritization, funding, and implementation of key enablers.

In addition, they support and facilitate governance processes and systems that measure architectural health, encourage positive behaviors, and enable continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

• Define and manage the processes, templates, and tools used to capture Macy's current-state application and integration architecture, including application, API, and event catalogs.
• Establish and maintain architecture principles and standards for the application domain; partner with other Enterprise Architects to build a comprehensive reference library.
• Define and actively advocate for Macy's target-state ("North Star") architecture.
• Identify, prioritize, and secure funding for common platforms and components that accelerate delivery, reduce risk, and improve the quality of software solutions.
• Drive efforts to rationalize the application portfolio, reduce complexity, and lower costs.
• Provide technical expertise to support strategic architectural decision-making.
• Champion robust solution designs that meet or exceed business needs and align with long-term enterprise strategy.
• Maintain oversight of the enterprise architecture landscape and implement process controls to manage risk effectively.
• Support and facilitate architecture governance and intake ("front door") processes.
• Develop and maintain a framework for measuring system architectural health and risk, and lead initiatives that drive continuous improvement.
• Create and manage tools and processes that enable architecture self-service for teams.
• Provide on-demand architectural and design guidance to product and engineering teams.
• Educate and engage Macy's teams on architectural best practices through seminars, workshops, videos, and other communication channels.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
• In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned.

Skills You Will Need

Application Architecture Mastery - Deep experience designing scalable, reliable, and secure applications, services, microservices, and integration patterns.

Cloud Architecture - Proven track record of cloud adoption/migration (especially to GCP), including knowledge of serverless architecture and cloud-native services.

API & Event-Driven Architecture - Expert understanding of designing and governing APIs and event-based systems.

Microservices & Modern Integration - Familiarity with microservices patterns, API gateways, service meshes, and event streaming platforms like Kafka.

Application Portfolio Rationalization - Experience assessing legacy applications and reducing technical debt and complexity.

Architectural Strategy & Roadmapping - Ability to define current and future state architectures and build actionable roadmaps to align with business goals.

North Star Visioning - Expertise in establishing a forward-looking, enterprise-wide architectural vision and evangelizing it across teams.

Prioritization & Funding of Key Enablers - Ability to identify strategic platforms and components that drive long-term value and advocate for their investment.

Enterprise Governance - Experience implementing architecture governance frameworks, managing intake processes, and enforcing compliance.

Architectural Health Monitoring - Skills in developing KPIs and tools to measure system architecture quality, risk, and technical debt.

Standards & Reference Models - Ability to develop and maintain reusable architecture standards, templates, and libraries.

Cross-Functional Collaboration - Proven ability to partner across business, product, and engineering teams to align architecture with business objectives.

Executive Communication - Strong storytelling skills to present complex architecture concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including C-suite leaders.

Persuasion & Influence - Skilled in professional negotiation and influencing decision-making through strategic rationale.

Coaching & Enablement - A desire to educate, mentor, and inspire teams through workshops, resources, and architectural guidance.

Strategic + Operational Thinking - Ability to both define high-level strategy and make practical, tactical decisions.

Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills - Adept at synthesizing disparate data into actionable insights.

Curiosity & Continuous Learning - Passion for staying ahead of technology trends and applying emerging innovations.

Flexibility & Prioritization - Comfortable switching contexts and managing multiple priorities with clarity.

Positive, Motivational Attitude - Ability to energize others and foster a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Who You Are

• Candidates with a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. Master's degree / MBA preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, engineering management, and delivering large-scale transformation initiatives in retail required.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands/fingers to touch, handle, and feel. Occasionally required to move about the workplace and reach with hands and arms. Requires close vision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

What We Can Offer You

Join a team where work is as rewarding as it is fun! We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment with competitive pay and benefits. Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness coverage and a 401(k) match to invest in your future. Prioritize your well-being with paid time off and eight paid holidays. Grow your career with continuous learning and leadership development. Plus, build community by joining one of our Colleague Resource Groups and make a difference through our volunteer opportunities.

Some additional benefits we offer include:

• Merchandise discounts
• Performance-based incentives
• Annual merit review
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
• Tuition reimbursement

Access the full menu of benefits offerings here.

About Us

This is a great time to join Macy's! Whether you're helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people's lives.

Join us and help write the next chapter in our story - apply today!

This job description is not all-inclusive. Macy's, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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