Principal Solutions Architect

Location: Franklin, TN

Job Schedule: Hybrid, (Mondays - Thursdays in office, Fridays remote)

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree

Sponsorship: No        

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Principal Solutions Architect to join our team in Franklin, TN.

As part of the IS Sales Planning & Operations team, 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:
The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role.

• 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.

Who We’re Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree plus 7-10 years of IT/IS experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently research and learn new technologies.
• Strong expertise in at least one of the following areas: cloud platforms (AWS), application development (Java/J2EE), system integration, or data platforms.
• Ability to work on-site in 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 and advanced analytics capabilities.
• Experience leading development teams or coordinating across multiple architects.
• AWS certifications.

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.

Built for Your Best:

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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 Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the 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 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize 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 position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America