Principle, Commerce Solution Architect (Adobe)

Why Dept®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world. 

The Role:

The Senior Adobe Commerce Solution Architect is a cornerstone of our technology leadership team. This is a strategic, hands-on role responsible for defining the technical vision and driving the execution of our Adobe Commerce projects. You will be the ultimate technical authority, shaping how we solution, design, and deliver robust, scalable, and innovative commerce solutions for our clients.

From leading pre-sales solutioning, architecting enterprise-grade solutions, leading technical discovery, and providing expert consulting throughout the project lifecycle, you will ensure our technical delivery is second to none. This role demands a deep mastery of Adobe Commerce, a strategic mindset, and the ability to translate complex business needs into elegant and effective technical architecture.

What You’Ll Do:

Solution Architecture & Technical Leadership

• Own the end-to-end technical architecture for Adobe Commerce projects, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and performant.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, data models, integration specifications, and technical design documents.
• Define and enforce development standards, best practices, and coding patterns for the Adobe Commerce platform.
• Lead technical design reviews and act as a mentor to development teams, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to the architectural vision.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, platform updates, and emerging technologies (e.g., headless commerce, composable architecture, AI in commerce) to drive innovation within our practice.
• Solution consulting on Adobe Commerce and how AEM and AEP solutions come together to drive tangible results for our clients.

Pre-Sales Engineering & Solutioning

• Act as the lead technical expert during the sales process, partnering closely with the sales and strategy teams.
• Lead technical discovery sessions with prospective clients to uncover business requirements, technical constraints, and integration needs.
• Architect compelling and viable solutions that meet client requirements and align with their budget and timeline.
• Develop detailed technical proposals, Statements of Work (SOWs), and level-of-effort (LOE) estimates.
• Confidently present proposed technical solutions to client stakeholders, including C-level executives and technical teams.

Technical Consulting & Client Advisory

• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to our clients, guiding them through complex architectural decisions and platform best practices.
• Analyze and solve challenging technical problems related to performance, integrations, security, and scalability on existing and new Adobe Commerce implementations.
• Lead technical workshops on topics such as platform selection, migration strategies, and total cost of ownership.
• Effectively communicate technical concepts and the value of your architectural decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What You Bring:

• Adobe Commerce Expertise: 7+ years of hands-on experience with Adobe Commerce (Magento), with at least 4 years in a Solution Architect or Lead Developer role. Deep expertise in both Adobe Commerce Cloud and on-premise versions.
• Architectural Mastery: Proven track record of designing and delivering complex, large-scale eCommerce solutions.
• Pre-Sales Experience: Demonstrable experience in a pre-sales or solution engineering capacity, including estimating effort and writing technical proposals.
• eCommerce Ecosystem: Strong understanding of the broader commerce ecosystem, including integrations with systems like ERP (e.g., NetSuite, SAP), PIM, OMS, CRM, and payment gateways.
• Technical Acumen: Expert-level knowledge of PHP, MySQL, Varnish, Redis, and the core architecture of the Adobe Commerce framework. Proficient with modern DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure).
• Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills. Ability to command a room and build credibility with clients.

Nice To Have

• Certification: Adobe Certified Master - Adobe Commerce Architect.
• Headless/Composable: Experience with headless commerce implementations, GraphQL, and PWA Studio.
• Adobe Experience Cloud: Familiarity with other Adobe products such as Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Adobe Analytics, or Adobe Experience Platform (AEP).
• Consulting Background: Previous experience working for a digital agency or a technology consulting firm.
• Leadership: Experience mentoring junior architects or technical leads.

What Do We Offer?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our  benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

We Support You Being You:

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. 

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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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The anticipated salary range for this position is listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we’re flexible.

US Remote Range$198,000—$280,000 USD