Job Role: Retail Media Network Architect 
Job Location: Bolingbrook, IL [On-site]
Project Duration: 6-12months
Job Description:
 Skill : Cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), Retail Media Networks, or digital advertising platforms, API design and development
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
·        Architectural Design:
o   Design and develop the overall architecture for the RMN platform, including data infrastructure, API integrations, and cloud-based systems.
o   Define the technology roadmap for the RMN, aligning with business goals and industry trends.
o   Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and platforms to support the RMN.
o   Create architectural diagrams and documentation.
·        Data Strategy:
o   Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy for the RMN, including data collection, storage, processing, and analysis.
o   Design data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
o   Define data governance and security policies.
o   Design the data lake and data warehouse architecture that will support the reporting and analytical needs of the RMN.
·        API and Integration:
o   Design and implement APIs for data exchange with internal and external systems.
o   Define API standards and best practices.
o   Ensure seamless integration with third-party advertising platforms and data providers.
·        Cloud Infrastructure:
o   Design and implement cloud-based infrastructure for the RMN, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
o   Optimize cloud resource utilization and costs.
o   Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices.
·        Security and Compliance:
o   Design and implement security measures to protect the RMN platform and data.
o   Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
o   Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments.
·        Technical Leadership:
o   Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
o   Mentor and train junior architects and developers.  
o   Stay abreast of the latest technologies and trends in retail media and advertising.
o   Work with vendors to evaluate software and hardware solutions.
·        Performance Optimization:
o   Design and implement systems that allow for high performance of the retail media network.
o   Design and implement monitoring systems to ensure that the retail media network is running optimally.
Qualifications:
·        Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
·        Extensive experience in software architecture and system design.  
·        Deep understanding of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
·        Strong knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and data modeling.
·        Experience with API design and development.
·        Knowledge of security best practices and compliance regulations.
·        Excellent communication and presentation skills.
·        Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
·        Experience with Retail Media Networks, or digital advertising platforms.
·        Experience in designing high volume, low latency systems.
Preferred Skills:
·        Experience with specific retail media platforms.
·        Knowledge of programmatic advertising and ad tech.
·        Experience with customer data platforms (CDPs).
·        Experience with Machine learning technologies.