As a Solution Architect at Compass Group’s Canteen sector, you will support the development and solution teams in delivering innovative unattended retail solutions across the US. Your role involves developing business understanding to inform architectural decisions, aligning technical strategies with enterprise goals, and fostering innovation within your team. You will design and document architectural frameworks, provide expert guidance on platform services, and ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations. Additionally, you will oversee modernization roadmaps and collaborate with internal teams to enhance processes through integrations and code improvements. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience as a Solution Architect or similar role, proficiency in C#, Node.js, Python, and relational databases like SQL Server and PostgreSQL, and familiarity with APIs, event-driven processing, and CI/CD practices. Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps and AWS managed services is highly desired.
Skills
Python
C#
Node.js
PostgreSQL
Microsoft SQL Server
APIs
Event-driven processing
CI/CD
Azure DevOps
AWS
Agile/Scrum
Mature SDLC practices
What you'll do
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of business areas to inform architectural decisions.
Align solution architecture with enterprise strategy by partnering with business leaders.
Drive technical innovation within teams to advance solutions in the best direction.
Design and document clear architectural plans that support delivery and compliance.
Serve as a subject matter expert for platforms, guiding design and decision-making.
Enable process improvements through code or third-party integrations with internal teams.
Ensure engineering practices comply with regulations and standards; oversee SDLC.
What we're looking for
4+ years of experience as a solution architect or equivalent role.
Hands-on software development experience with C#, Node.js, Python, and relational databases like SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
Expertise in APIs, event-driven processing, third-party integrations, CI/CD deployment, and mature SDLC practices.
Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills; excellent communication abilities for presentations, documents, and emails.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and Microsoft Azure DevOps.
Market check
Salary context
This
$150,000–$160,000
range sits above
19%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$148,400–$241,450
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$161,250–$235,000
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Compas
Compass is a technology-driven real estate brokerage providing agents and consumers with a full-service platform for buying, selling, and renting residential property. Industry: Real Estate Technology & Brokerage
Compas currently has
17 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$125,000–$140,000
across 12 roles with salary data.