Principal IT Architect (f/m/d)

About the Position

Principal IT Architect (f/m/d)

JTL is one of the leading providers of e-commerce software in the German-speaking region. We develop scalable, flexible solutions for the online retail of the future, from ERP systems to shop and marketplace integrations. We are looking for a Principal IT Architect to join our internal IT organization.

Responsibilities

Technical Architecture & Strategy Execution

• Define target architecture, architecture principles, and technical guardrails for systems, platforms, and integrations
• Translate strategic goals into concrete technical initiatives and prioritize by business value and risk
• Evaluate new technologies, platforms, and tools: benefits, risks, costs, strategic fit
• Design solutions according to modern architecture principles: cloud-native, Zero Trust, automation
• Own integration and platform strategies: consistent interfaces, API usage, system integration

Solution Ownership & Quality Assurance

• Structure complex requirements into technical work packages and document solution designs
• Guide teams through critical implementation phases and drive sound technical decisions
• Review architectures, designs, and implementations for consistency, quality, and strategic alignment
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation measures
• Ensure complete, clear, and current documentation of systems and solutions
• Take technical lead on major incidents and structural problems

Mentoring & Capability Development

• Mentor senior and mid-level engineers, supporting individual growth and technical depth
• Share best practices and experiential knowledge in a structured way
• Identify skill gaps and initiate appropriate development measures
• Actively introduce and model modern technologies and ways of working

Innovation, Automation & Commercial Stewardship

• Identify automation opportunities and implement them through scripting, workflows, or platform solutions
• Evaluate and integrate AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and decision quality
• Build AI competence within the team
• Evaluate technical solutions from an economic perspective: TCO, ROI, scaling costs, vendor lock-in
• Develop structured option comparisons and decision materials for leadership
• Identify cost savings through tool consolidation, decommissioning unused services, and cloud optimization

Requirements

• 5+ years in a technical leadership role as Architect, Tech Lead, or Principal Engineer in corporate IT / IT infrastructure
• Proven architecture expertise in Microsoft environments: M365, Intune, hybrid infrastructures, and Active Directory / Entra ID
• Deep understanding of modern architecture patterns: cloud-native, Zero Trust, API-first, and automation
• Ability to lead teams functionally without disciplinary authority
• Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Fluency in English

Nice to Have

• Fluency in German
• Experience running IT in an ERP, e-commerce, or SaaS company environment
• Background in security architecture (Zero Trust, IAM, compliance requirements)
• Comfortable using AI tools for productivity and technical decision support

We Offer

• Remote-first within Germany, with the option to work remotely from eligible countries for up to 180 days per year
• Meal allowance of up to €115 net per month
• Ergonomic workspace allowance for your home office setup
• Regular team events, company-wide gatherings, and summer and Christmas parties
• EGYM Wellpass and JobRad subsidy
• Financial benefits including capital-forming payments (Vermögenswirksame Leistungen) and a company pension scheme

About the Company

JTL is one of the leading providers of e-commerce software in the German-speaking region - with around 450 employees across the group and more than 50,000 customers across a wide range of industries. We develop scalable, flexible solutions for the online retail of the future, from ERP systems to shop and marketplace integrations.

We look forward to your application!

A detailed application would be great, but to start we are also happy to receive:

• Your CV
• Your salary expectations
• Your earliest start date

Do you still have questions?

Your contact at JTL:

Steffi Meiritz

[email protected]

Feel free to reach out to Steffi with any questions about the role or the application process.