At Kohl's, we're looking for a TMS LLC Solution Architect to provide technical leadership for our mobile applications. In this role, you will define the architecture for scalable, high-performing mobile solutions using React Native, guiding development teams and ensuring best practices from design through deployment.

What You'll Do

Define end-to-end architecture for enterprise-grade mobile applications using React Native.
Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
Design application frameworks, APIs, microservices, and cloud integrations (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Provide technical leadership and mentor development teams to ensure best coding practices, performance optimization, and security standards.
Design modular, reusable components and manage complex application state across iOS and Android platforms.
Ensure compliance with mobile security best practices, performance optimization, and automated testing methodologies.
Oversee code reviews, solution design documents, and technical specifications.
Work closely with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines for mobile deployments.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend modern architecture improvements.
Guide adoption of cross-platform strategies, third-party integrations, and enterprise standards.
Act as a technical point of contact for resolving complex challenges during development and production.

What We're Looking For

15–20 years of software development experience.
7–10 years of experience in mobile application development.
Proven expertise in architecting and delivering large-scale mobile applications using React Native.
Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React.js, Redux, and React Native CLI.
Proficiency with React Native frameworks (e.g., Redux) and build tools (XCode, Android Studio, Gradle).
Solid understanding of iOS and Android native platforms (Swift, Objective-C, Kotlin, Java) for integration and optimization.
Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, and third-party SDK integrations.
Familiarity with mobile security best practices, performance optimization, and automated testing methodologies.
Experience designing modular, reusable components and managing complex application state across iOS and Android.
Working knowledge of testing frameworks like Jest, React Native Testing Library, Detox, or Appium.
Knowledge of performance & monitoring tools such as Sentry, Flipper, and Reactotron.
Knowledge of UX/UI design tools like Figma and BuilderX (with Locofy).
Familiarity with state management tools like Redux Toolkit, MobX, Zustand, and Context API.
Proficiency in using development tools such as Visual Studio Code, Atom, Sublime Text, or Nuclide.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) including serverless architectures.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and automated mobile app testing.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/SAFe) and working in multi-stakeholder environments.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Strong knowledge of application security, performance tuning, and compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Need someone who implemented 5-6 projects as a solution Architect.

Nice to Have

Exposure to AI/ML, AR/VR, or IoT integrations in mobile applications.
Understanding of mobile analytics, A/B testing, and user experience optimization.
Prior experience in leading digital transformation programs for large enterprises.
Relevant certifications in cloud architecture (AWS/Azure/GCP) or mobile app frameworks are highly desirable.

Technical Stack

Languages: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Swift, Objective-C, Kotlin, Java
Frameworks/Libraries: React.js, Redux, React Native CLI, Redux Toolkit, MobX, Zustand, Context API
Tools: XCode, Android Studio, Gradle, Jest, React Native Testing Library, Detox, Appium, Sentry, Flipper, Reactotron, Figma, BuilderX (with Locofy), Visual Studio Code, Atom, Sublime Text, Nuclide
APIs/Services: RESTful APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets
Cloud/Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes