Chief Architect - Global Payments and Fintech Platform - Remote Work Opportunity at $27-$35/Hour
Posted 2025-10-26
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
Join the Future of E-commerce with Wayfair Are you a visionary Chief Architect looking to revolutionize the world of e-commerce and fintech? Do you have a passion for designing and building scalable, cloud-based platforms that drive business growth and innovation? Look no further than Wayfair, a leading online retailer with a global presence and a commitment to excellence. We're seeking a talented Chief Architect to lead the development of our Global Payments and Fintech Platform, and we're offering a unique opportunity to work remotely and earn a competitive salary of $27-$35/hour. About Wayfair Wayfair is a dynamic and innovative company that's changing the way people shop online. With a net revenue of ~$12 billion in 2022 and a growing total addressable market of $800+ billion, we're just getting started. Our mission is to provide an exceptional customer experience, and we're looking for talented professionals like you to help us achieve our goals. As a remote employee, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere and be part of a global team that's shaping the future of e-commerce. Job Summary We're seeking an accomplished Chief Architect to lead the design and execution of Wayfair's Global Payments and Fintech Platform, including our Worldwide Dependability, Installments, Funding, and Extortion stage and experiences across all of our retail marks (Wayfair, Perigold, AllModern, Joss and Fundamental, Birch Path) and geologies (presently 5 nations and growing to 15+ throughout the next few years). As a Chief Architect, you'll play a critical role in designing and building a top-notch, global platform that provides a great transactional experience for our customers and suppliers while managing any exchange risk and the total cost of payment. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical lead in the critical space, planning and building a platform that interfaces with a wide range of systems inside and outside Wayfair and partner worldwide Assume a vital role in creating and driving a long-term innovation strategy for Wayfair's Fintech and Devotion environment Design and review code to carry out excellent, adaptable, future-proof benefits that will have powerful framework limits and will support long-term vision and methodology Lead technical discussions across a whole platform and help reach solid recorded resolutions Drive high-influence engineering solutions and involved development, including initiation, design, execution, and delivery following great design and coding practices Fanatically focus on production availability for the team, including testing, checking, arrangement, documentation, and proactive investigating Identify risks and gaps in technical approaches and propose solutions to meet the division's technical vision Influence and contribute to the office's system and guide Support the growth of different architects in fact by coaching, matching, and creating different opportunities for training Be remotely recognized as a cooperative and sound informed authority for the more extensive group's core region Essential Qualifications 4+ years of experience in engineering, with a preference for candidates with a blend of start-up and large organization experience Good to have: Installments engineering area expertise, particularly experience with larger-scale reconciliations (charge cards, supporting, BNPL, applications) E-commerce or client-facing technology experience on a high-traffic site is also a significant plus Active experience driving software changes within high-growth environments at scale Experienced in architecting and constructing large-scale, cloud-based technology Excellent relational skills with experience driving teams forward and capacity to influence results Preferred Qualifications Experience with cloud-native technologies (GCP, AWS, Azure) at scale Distributed systems experience Data-based advancements in the cloud Skills and Competencies Strong technical leadership and architecture skills Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to drive innovation and technical vision Experience with cloud-based technologies and distributed systems Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits At Wayfair, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills. As a Chief Architect, you'll have opportunities to: Lead technical discussions and drive technical vision Develop and mentor junior engineers Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and innovation Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in fintech and e-commerce Work Environment and Company Culture At Wayfair, we're proud of our company culture and work environment. As a remote employee, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere and be part of a global team that's shaping the future of e-commerce. We offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for career growth and development Collaborative and dynamic work environment Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools Compensation and Perks We offer a competitive salary of $27-$35/hour, depending on experience. As a remote employee, you'll also have access to: Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) matching program Paid time off and holidays Opportunities for bonuses and stock options Conclusion If you're a talented Chief Architect looking to revolutionize the world of e-commerce and fintech, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of a global movement that's shaping the future of online retail. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career at Wayfair. Apply Now and become a part of our dynamic team! Apply Job! Apply to this Job Apply for this job