VP, IT Strategy and Architecture

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self‑starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. The VP IT Strategy & Architecture - Retail is a visionary technology executive responsible for shaping the long‑term technology direction of Retail Technology while ensuring the implementation of day‑to‑day architectural decisions in support of that long‑term strategy delivery. This leader will define and ensure the execution of a Retail Technology strategy and supporting architecture that both enables the delivery of the Retail business objectives, while also advancing the Enterprise technology strategy.

As a direct report to the Retail CIO and matrix report to the Enterprise IT Strategy & Innovation SVP this role influences the entire retail technology landscape and plays a critical part in enabling business growth through modern, scalable, and forward‑thinking solutions.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive, multi‑year IT strategy that is tightly aligned with the company’s business vision, priorities, and growth objectives.
• Ensure technology strategy directly enables business outcomes, operational excellence, and competitive differentiation.
• Lead the enterprise innovation agenda, with a strong focus on AI, automation, data‑driven capabilities, and next‑generation digital experiences.
• Balance long‑term strategic planning with agile, iterative incubation efforts that accelerate value creation.

• Oversee the Enterprise Architecture function, ensuring cohesive architectural standards, frameworks, and policies across the organization.
• Establish and maintain architectural guidelines that promote interoperability, scalability, security, and modernization.
• Partner with technology and business leaders to ensure architectural decisions support business outcomes and future state capabilities.
• Own the long‑term technology estate Total Cost of Ownership.

• Identify, evaluate, and incubate emerging technologies – especially in AI, data platforms, and integration ecosystems – to drive competitive advantage.
• Foster a culture of experimentation, continuous learning, and responsible innovation.
• Lead the Tech Radar initiatives and champion emerging tech adoption.

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of technologists, architects, and engineers across retail.
• Build organizational capability in architecture and modern technology practices.
• Champion career development, technical excellence, and a culture of collaboration and empowerment.

• Serve as a brilliant communicator who can translate complex technology concepts into clear, compelling narratives for all audiences.
• Partner closely with business leaders to co‑create technology‑enabled strategies that drive growth, efficiency, and transformation.
• Represent IT Strategy & Innovation in executive forums, steering committees, and cross‑functional initiatives.

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, innovation, or related domains.
• Evidence of delivering technology strategy at scale (10,000+ people).
• Track record of implementing AI‑driven product engineering practices at scale (e.g., spec‑driven development).
• Experience leading teams of 20+ architects.
• Financial management of $100M+ technology and third‑party spend.
• 5+ years Financial Services / Insurance experience preferred; 5+ Fin Tech / Start‑up / private equity experience preferable.
• 5+ years Consulting experience preferable.

• Health Benefits:
  
  Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits:
  
  ESPP, 401(k), Student Loan Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness:
  Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more (benefit details may vary and have eligibility criteria).

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto. We strive to attract individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are dedicated to doing what is right.