Chief Architect
Amsterdam, NL
Technology – Enterprise IT /
Permanent /
Hybrid
About the role
Join Storio Group’s senior technology leadership team as our Chief Architect, where you'll be the visionary behind our next-generation personalized photo-based e-commerce platform. This is your opportunity to define and drive the architectural strategy that will fuel our growth and innovation. You'll lead the charge in creating a scalable, performant, and future-proof platform, collaborating closely with engineering, product, and executive teams. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of e-commerce and thrive in a dynamic, high-impact role, we want to hear from you.
Your daily adventure at Storio:
- Develop and champion a compelling vision for our platform’s future, encompassing technology, platforms, and data architecture.
- Translate business objectives into a robust technology roadmap, balancing value creation and technical debt management.
- Analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to inform platform strategy and maintain a competitive edge.
- Lead the design and evolution of our platform architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and adherence to best practices.
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to engineering teams during implementation.
- Design and implement decision-making systems and architectural governance frameworks.
- Drive the evaluation and recommendation of new technologies and tools.
- Provide thought leadership and influence technology decisions across the organization.
- Drive modern engineering practices and platform architecture improvements.
- Act as a subject matter expert, mentor principal engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Build strong relationships with vendors and technology partners.
How you make your mark:
- By defining and implementing a future-proof platform architecture that enables scalable growth.
- By driving data-driven decisions and establishing robust governance frameworks.
- By modernizing engineering practices and fostering innovation.
- By providing thought leadership and influencing technology strategy.
- By mentoring and empowering engineering teams.
What you bring to the party:
- Significant experience in software engineering and architecture, with a focus on e-commerce platforms.
- Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, high-performance, and secure systems.
- Proven track record of working in a leading role, influencing teams without direct reports.
- Deep understanding of modern architectural patterns, including microservices and cloud-native architectures.
- Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), databases (SQL and NoSQL), and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for technology and 1 a desire to stay ahead of industry trends. Demonstrated ability to influence business decisions and drive technology strategy.
Extra Kudos for Experience:
- Experience within the personalised E-commerce sector.
About Storio group
Imagine being part of a team that doesn't just create products, but helps people preserve and share life's most precious stories. That's Storio Group. We're a place where memories are made tangible, where we innovate to connect generations, and where we strive to make joy unforgettable. We bring our customers' stories to life through beautifully personalised photo products – think photo books, stunning wall art, calendars, and heartfelt gifts. Our cutting-edge technology empowers them to create unique keepsakes, whether for themselves or as the perfect, thoughtful present.
But Storio Group is more than just a company; it's a community. We believe every individual brings something unique, leaving a lasting impact on our work, our culture, and our success. Here, you'll see and feel the difference you make, every single day. A career with us is an opportunity to truly leave your mark, both on our customers' lives and on your own professional journey.
What's in it for you?
- Meaningful Work: You'll be part of a team that creates something truly special, helping people connect with their memories and loved ones.
- A Culture of Heart: We put people first. We embrace diversity and build genuine relationships based on mutual understanding and respect. You'll be valued for who you are.
- A Commitment to Excellence: We strive for the best, always. We work together to make informed decisions and build a better business, knowing we play a vital role in our customers' lives.
- Ownership and Growth: You'll be empowered to take ownership of your work, driving things forward and shaping your own future. We believe in your potential.
- A Spirit of Curiosity: We encourage curiosity and innovation. You'll be part of a team that's always asking "why" and "what's next," seeking diverse perspectives and embracing new ideas.
- A Focus on Joy: We believe in finding and creating joy, both in our work and in our interactions with each other. While we're realistic, we make an effort to find and share joy with our customers and team mates.
Equal opportunities statement
Storio Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 1 If you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please contact our HR team. We will work with you to find a suitable solution.
Right to Work
Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the country where the position is located, without requiring sponsorship
