About AutoZone
JOB DESCRIPTION
AutoZone is the nation's leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories with more than 6,000 stores in US, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Brazil. Each store carries an extensive line for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans and light trucks, including new and remanufactured hard parts, maintenance items and accessories. We also sell automotive diagnostic and repair software through ALLDATA, diagnostic and repair information through ALLDATAdiy.com, automotive accessories through AutoAnything.com and auto and light truck parts and accessories through AutoZone.com. Since opening its first store in Forrest City, Ark. on July 4, 1979, the company has joined the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AZO) and earned a spot in the Fortune 500. AutoZone has been committed to providing the best parts, prices, and customer service in the automotive aftermarket industry. We have a rich culture and history of going the Extra Mile for our customers and our community. At AutoZone you're not just doing a job; you're playing a crucial role in creating a better experience for our customers, while creating opportunities to DRIVE YOUR CAREER almost anywhere! We are looking for talented people who are customer focused, enjoy helping others and have the DRIVE to excel in a fast-paced environment!
Position Summary
The Senior Software Architect is the chief technical leader responsible for architecting, modernizing, and scaling ALLDATA's SaaS platform for global reach. This role will drive the transformation of legacy systems to cloud-native architectures on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), ensuring security, privacy, and product excellence. The architect will collaborate with engineering, product, security, and business stakeholders to deliver a robust, scalable, and innovative platform that supports ALLDATA's growth and global ambitions.
A Successful candidate will be responsible for designing and building globally distributed, scalable, secure, and robust Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications and also be able to determine and recommend programming tools and frameworks, all while being an active contributor toward solutions that deliver best in class products.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include defining high-level architecture, leading development teams, and overseeing both front-end and back-end systems, including cloud infrastructure and databases. Ideal candidates need extensive experience with web/mobile development, cloud platforms, and specific technologies like React, Angular, Python, SQL, and NoSQL databases along with a deep understanding of cloud platforms:
- Define and own the end-to-end architecture for ALLDATA's SaaS platform, leading modernization efforts from legacy systems to cloud-native, microservices-based solutions on GCP.
- Set technical vision and standards for software development, integration, and deployment across Angular, React, Java, and Data Platforms ecosystems.
- Evaluate and select appropriate frameworks, tools, and cloud services to optimize scalability, reliability, and performance.
- Lead migration and re-architecture of ALLDATA's core applications to GCP, leveraging managed services (GKE, Cloud SQL, Pub/Sub, Apigee, Data Platforms, etc.).
- Implement CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and automated deployment strategies.
- Collaborate with InfoSec and compliance teams to embed security and privacy by design, including data encryption, access controls, audit logging, and incident response planning.
- Ensure platform compliance with global privacy regulations (GDPR, LGPD, etc.) and internal standards.
- Work closely with product managers and business leaders to translate requirements into scalable, secure, and innovative technical solutions.
- Guide teams in adopting modern development practices, including Agile, DevOps, and test-driven development.
- Mentor and develop engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct code and design reviews, and provide architectural guidance for complex projects.
- Architect solutions for multi-region deployment, high availability, disaster recovery, and global data residency.
- Prepare ALLDATA's platform for internationalization, localization, and compliance with regional requirements.
- Cloud Architecture (GCP, Azure or AWS) Certification
Qualifications
Functional Competencies
- Design Patterns implementation for SaaS solutions
- Software development using modern full stack frameworks
- Problem solving and logical thinking
- Written and verbal communication
- Organizational skills and teamwork
Core Competencies
- Puts Customers First
- Provides WOW! Customer service every time, every where
- Understands customer needs and solves their problem
- Shows sense of urgency in correctly meeting customer needs
- Team Player
- Is a reliable and supportive team member
- Values the ideas and opinions of others
- Gives recognition for good work
- Builds strong relationships with others
- Resolves conflict effectively
- Steps in and assumes leadership roles when needed
- Communicates Effectively
- Communicates in a clear, straightforward, respectful way
- Demonstrates effective listening skills
- Listens and assumes positive intent
- Shares information in a timely manner
- Results the Right Way
- Does what it takes to do the job right (WITTDTJR)
- Is accountable, takes ownership and meets commitments
- Prioritizes well, plans and executes in a manner of high integrity and ethics
- Makes decisions based on what is best for AutoZone
- Development Focused
- Asks for and embraces feedback
- Owns professional development
- Provides feedback and ideas to develop others
- Embraces Change
- Understands and is open to change
- Looks for ways to improve our processes, services and products while
- maintaining our culture of thrift
- Encourages innovative thinking
About Us
AutoZone opened its first AutoZone do Brasil store in the city of Sorocaba in September 2012. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.
AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.
