Software Architect

It’s our mission at BuyBay to solve the problem of returns and overstock in e-commerce across Europe. With our unique software (developed in-house) and a connected logistics chain, we are able to ensure that all these products get a second life - and along the way ensure less waste, a lower CO2 footprint, and optimal results for our partners.

The Tech team takes care of the development, maintenance and support of the software the company runs on. They do this using a modern technology stack and a continuous drive to improve both the quality of the technology, as well as the processes used to deliver it. After having successfully managed to rearchitect and reimplement key parts of its software landscape, BuyBay is exploring the possibilities of developing its applications, which are now tailored for use by colleagues, into a technology-based proposition for direct use by its business clients and partners.

As Software Architect you will become a senior member of the team. In this role, you will design and implement solutions that find the correct balance between technical elegance, responsible pragmatism and innovation, while being carried by the technology teams. We provide a very specific service and proposition with a high level of knowledge, experience, and sophistication! For large parts of the software support that is required, no off-the-shelf solutions are available. This means that for many topics, new and innovative solutions need to be designed and created. This also includes using Machine Learning, which we develop in close collaboration with our data science team.

What will you be doing?

• Lead brainstorming sessions to develop potential solutions for business needs or problems, as identified by and/or in collaboration with the Product Manager and/or IT Manager.
• Design and maintain the integrations with third-party systems, like Warehouse Management Systems and e-commerce platforms/sales channels.
• Identify areas where (software) technology can support business needs and goals.
• Creating high-level product specifications and design documents.
• Guide and assist the development team throughout the development process.
  
• Communicate and consult with partners/clients and internal stakeholders to develop appropriate solutions.

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What do we offer?

At BuyBay you do something that matters. You become part of fixing a huge global problem and contribute to a more sustainable e-commerce market every day. We’re growing fast and the bar is set high, so a steep learning curve is guaranteed. You get the freedom and responsibility to be successful, learn, take initiative, make mistakes and work in a way that is best for you. And next to that:

• We want to invest in your future, a good and sustainable pension scheme is in place at A.S.R.
• We have a hybrid way of working: flexible working hours and the possibility to work abroad for some weeks each year.
• You get a discount on your OneFit subscription.
• Upcoming dads receive 6 weeks of paternity leave with 100% salary.
• We offer lots of fun activities such as a weekly boot camp, Friday drinks and our yearly BuyDay with all BuyBay’ers.
• And if you are at the office you can join a healthy and tasteful lunch from de Buurtboer.