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Contract TypeContract TypeSeasonal
Workplace typeWorkplace typeOn-site
LocationLocationMakkah

About the Solutions Architect Role

AIQU is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect for a 1-year contract position to support one of its clients. This role is essential for designing and implementing technical solutions within the retail sector, with a specific focus on Oracle Retail systems. The position requires a strong architectural background and extensive experience in Oracle Retail, Point of Sale (POS), and Supply Chain solutions.

Role Context and Responsibilities

This outsourced contract role is based in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Solutions Architect will be responsible for architecting, designing, and implementing solutions utilizing Oracle Retail, POS, SIM, and SIOCS platforms. This includes developing and overseeing the architecture for Oracle XStore POS, its extensions, and XStore Office, as well as managing the architecture and services for Oracle SIM and SIOCS. A key aspect of the role involves defining and managing the architecture and usage of Oracle Retail Data Store (RDS) and providing architectural guidance for SIM to SIOCS upgrades. The role also demands expertise in designing and implementing integrations using the Spring Framework, REST/SOAP services, Webhooks, and table/database-based methods. Ensuring compatibility with handheld devices and printers, integrating with Identity Management systems, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins and Git are also critical responsibilities. Effective stakeholder management and adherence to SI governance standards are paramount.

Key Responsibilities in Detail

  • Architect, design, and implement solutions leveraging Oracle Retail, POS, SIM, and SIOCS platforms.
  • Develop and oversee the architecture of Oracle XStore POS, including extensions and XStore Office.
  • Design and manage the architecture and services for Oracle SIM and SIOCS.
  • Define and manage the architecture and usage of Oracle Retail Data Store (RDS).
  • Provide architectural guidance and considerations for SIM to SIOCS upgrades.
  • Design and implement integrations using Spring Framework for services and other applications.
  • Develop and manage integration architectures utilizing REST/SOAP services, Webhooks, and table/database-based methods.
  • Architect and oversee POS integrations, including payments, loyalty programs, and pricing systems.
  • Ensure solutions are compatible with handheld devices and printers.
  • Integrate solutions with Identity Management systems.
  • Contribute to and manage CI/CD pipelines and concepts using tools like Jenkins and Git.
  • Effectively manage stakeholders and ensure strong SI governance.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must possess a minimum of 10 years of experience specifically with Oracle Retail, POS, SIM, and SIOCS. Additionally, a minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Solution or Technical Architect is required. Demonstrated experience with Oracle XStore POS, including its architecture, extensions, and XStore Office, is essential. Proven experience with the architecture and services of Oracle SIM and SIOCS, as well as experience with the architecture and usage of Oracle Retail Data Store (RDS), is necessary. Understanding and experience with SIM to SIOCS upgrade considerations are also required. Proficiency in Spring Framework for developing services and integrations, and experience designing and implementing solutions using REST/SOAP services, Webhooks, and table/DB-based integration architectures are critical. Experience with POS integrations, including payments, loyalty, and pricing, is expected. Strong SQL skills with Oracle Database, basic Linux administration knowledge, and experience with APEX are also required. Familiarity with handheld devices and printers in a retail context, experience with integration to Identity Management systems, and knowledge of CI/CD concepts and tools such as Jenkins and Git are necessary. Strong experience in stakeholder management and SI governance is a key requirement.

Technical Skills and Expertise

  • Oracle Retail
  • Point of Sale (POS) Systems
  • Oracle SIM (Supply Chain Management)
  • Oracle SIOCS (Order Management)
  • Solution Architecture
  • Technical Architecture
  • Oracle XStore POS
  • XStore Office
  • Oracle SIM / SIOCS Architecture
  • Oracle Retail Data Store (RDS) Architecture
  • SIM to SIOCS Upgrade Considerations
  • Spring Framework
  • REST Services
  • SOAP Services
  • Webhooks
  • Table / DB Based Integration Architecture
  • POS Integrations (Payments, Loyalty, Pricing)
  • SQL (Oracle DB)
  • Linux Basics
  • APEX
  • Handheld Devices
  • Printers
  • Integration with Identity Management
  • CI/CD Concepts
  • Jenkins
  • Git
  • Stakeholder Management
  • SI Governance

Contract Details and Location

This is a 1-year contract position. The role is outsourced and based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Candidates should be available for immediate commencement or have a notice period of no more than 1-2 weeks.


Requirements

  • Requires +10 Years experience

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