Location(s): Franklin, TN
Job Schedule: Full-time (Hybrid, M-Thurs onsite. Friday Remote)
Education Requirement: Bachelors Degree
Sponsorship: No
Strong Candidate(s) Identified No
Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation
Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Sr. Solution Architect Lead, in IS Sales Planning & Operations to join our team in Franklin, TN. In this role, you will provide cross-functional solution architecture for technology capabilities across the Sales Planning & Operations business domain. You’ll play a key role in shaping technology strategy, driving solution design, and partnering with both business and IT teams to deliver scalable, modern solutions across areas like Vehicle Operations, Distribution & Sales, Fleet, Incentives, and Pricing systems.
A Day in the Life:
Provide cross-functional solution architecture across Sales Planning & Operations capabilities
Coordinate and oversee solution architecture efforts across domains including Vehicle Operations, Distribution & Sales, Fleet, Incentives, and Pricing systems
Drive technology solution proposals and evaluate alternatives for business initiatives, transformation efforts, and roadmap priorities
Prepare for and support Architecture Review Board approvals for new initiatives and system enhancements
Research emerging technologies and trends (including AI) and evaluate their applicability
Partner with development teams to refine architecture and remove technical roadblocks throughout the development lifecycle
Advise leadership on technology strategy, roadmap planning, system simplification, and modernization efforts
Lead or support proof-of-concepts and pilot initiatives for new technology capabilities
Contribute to initiative sizing and effort estimation by evaluating technical complexity, risks, and solution options
Maintain and evolve the current technology landscape and roadmap in collaboration with other architects
Present solution designs and recommendations to business stakeholders and IS leadership
Perform other duties as needed
Who We’re Looking for:
Required:
10 years of IS/IT experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to independently research and learn new technologies
Strong expertise in at least one or more of the following areas: cloud (AWS), application development (Java/J2EE), system integration, or data platforms
Ability to perform work onsite at Franklin, TN.
Desired:
Development background or hands-on engineering experience
Experience building or contributing to technology roadmaps
Experience working with Architecture Review Boards
Familiarity with mainframe systems
Experience with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP)
Knowledge of data platforms and AI/advanced analytics capabilities
Experience leading development teams or coordinating across multiple architects
AWS certifications
Additional Details
Travel: Occasional travel may be required
What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:
Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you ll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.
Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide .
Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.
It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.
NISSAN FOR EVERYONE
People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.
Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.
Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.
Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.
Franklin Tennessee United States of America