Technical Architect
Molex · Lisle, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$160k–$180k/yrFull-time
About the role
Molex is seeking a Supply Chain Technical Architect to lead the design and evolution of our supply chain technology landscape. This role will own the architecture for a portfolio of 14+ applications, with a strong focus on ERP and data-driven solutions, ensuring scalability, integration, and business alignment.
Responsibilities
- Own and lead the technical architecture for a portfolio of Intelligent Digital Supply Chain (IDSC) applications
- Act as the architecture lead, driving design across Digital (ERP, Integration and Data)
- Define and implement data architecture strategies, including data models, pipelines, and governance frameworks
- Design and oversee system integrations across ERP platforms using APIs, middleware, and event-driven architectures by partnering with Data Platform team
- Partner closely with business stakeholders to translate supply chain requirements into scalable, high-impact solutions
- Lead architecture reviews, standards, and governance, ensuring consistency and best practices across the ecosystem through partnership with Enterprise Architect
- Drive modernization initiatives, including cloud adoption, platform consolidation, and legacy transformation
- Ensure data quality and availability to support analytics, reporting, and decision-making
- Mentor and guide engineering teams, providing technical leadership across projects and programs
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on goals, deliverables, and timelines
- Communicate project status, milestones, and risks to stakeholders on a regular cadence
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
- 8–12+ years of experience in IT, with strong focus on Supply Chain systems and architecture
- Strong background in data architecture and data engineering (ETL/ELT, data modeling, data platforms)
- Proven experience managing or architecting complex, multi-application environments (5+ systems)
- Hands-on experience with integration technologies (e.g., APIs, SAP, MuleSoft, or similar platforms)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern data ecosystems
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to lead in complex, fast-paced environments
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Key Competencies
- Data-first mindset with a passion for leveraging data to drive business outcomes
- Able to simplify complex architectures and reduce technical debt
- Strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution
- Experience driving digital transformation in supply chain environments
- Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
Pay
$160,000 - $180,000 per year
Schedule
Not specified