Solutions Architect

We’re looking for a Solutions Architect to join Teifi Digital! In this role, you’ll design scalable Shopify and e-commerce architectures, lead technical integrations with third-party systems, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver high-performing digital solutions. We are looking for someone with deep Shopify expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for building innovative commerce experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture:

  • Design end-to-end system architectures for Shopify implementations, ensuring scalability, security, and performance across client projects.

Integration Design:

  • Plan and implement seamless integrations between Shopify and third-party systems, including ERPs, CRMs, payment gateways, inventory management tools, and marketing platforms.

Technical Leadership:

  • Guide and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, project managers, and designers, to ensure system architectures align with project goals and client requirements.

Custom Development Oversight:

  • Define the technical framework for custom Shopify apps, themes, and middleware solutions tailored to client needs.

Scalability & Performance:

  • Ensure that system designs can handle large-scale traffic and data processing, particularly for high-volume e-commerce businesses.

Documentation:

  • Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, data flow processes, and API schemas.

Emerging Trends:

  • Stay updated on Shopify's latest features, app ecosystem, and industry best practices, and incorporate these into project recommendations.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Systems Architect or similar role in an e-commerce or Shopify-focused environment.
  • Hands-on experience with Shopify APIs (REST and GraphQL) and Liquid templating.
  • Strong understanding of cloud-based architectures and platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Proficient in front-end and back-end technologies, such as JavaScript, Node.js, Ruby on Rails, and React.
  • In-depth knowledge of relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB).

Soft Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on innovation and scalability.
  • Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced agency environment.

Certifications (Preferred):

  • Shopify Partner certifications or advanced training.
  • Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect).

Growth & Performance

At the core of Teifi Digital, we foster a culture of growth and continuous learning. Your
growth and professional development path is in your control. You’ll attend ongoing
personal and professional development meetings with peers and mentors who want
to see you grow and succeed into a role that you enjoy and thrive in! Your progress is
based on the goals and direction you choose to take.

Benefits & Perks

  • Opportunities for travel to Canada and hybrid work in the Netherlands office.
  • Performance incentives for outstanding contributions.
  • Fast career growth within a company that has doubled every year in size over the last three years.
  • Opportunity for professional development with training, certifications, peer mentorship
  • Hybrid working environment 
  • Flexible full-time working hours
  • Learn skills outside your direct role and try new disciplines and challenges to grow into new roles or transfer practices
  • Team culture events

Canada - Hybrid/Remote

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Frequently asked questions
What is the application process?

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter via the job posting. You’ll then have an initial screening call, a technical assessment or portfolio review, and a final interview with the hiring team.
Where is Teifi Digital based?

Our headquarters are in Vancouver, Canada, Delft, Netherlands and Ho Ci Minh, Vietnam. Remote work arrangements are discussed per role.
Who can I contact with questions?

For any inquiries about the role or process, reach out to our Talent Team at apply@teifi.ca.

About Teifi

Teifi Digital, a Shopify Plus Platinum partner, excels in resolving complex e-commerce challenges. We focus on integrating large catalogs, sophisticated data frameworks, and legacy systems into seamless unified commerce and B2B solutions, delivering
unparalleled customer experiences. Our skill in deploying Shopify Plus caters to top-tier merchants in manufacturing, parts, distribution, retail, and B2B, ensuring minimal technical debt and maximized e-commerce revenue.