Position Summary The Technology Architect is responsible for the design and delivery of software application architecture across Lineage’s growing portfolio of supply chain systems. As a logistics organization, our technology - particularly the differentiated solutions we choose to build - is foundational to delivering our services and maintaining industry leadership. This role demands both broad and deep technical expertise, including a fundamental understanding of software engineering, networking, system administration, databases, and development tools. A successful architect ensures that our applications are secure, scalable, resilient, maintainable, automated, and easily deployed. At Lineage, our goal is not to build the largest IT team, but a small, high-performing group with the right blend of talent, skills, and the ability to learn and adapt in areas critical to our differentiation. We complement this core with cloud services, best-of-breed technologies, and external partners to scale our capabilities as needed. Therefore, the ideal candidate must not only be a strong architect but also a skilled collaborator who can work effectively with internal and external teams to ensure successful delivery. Lineage builds state-of-the-art systems to enhance employee productivity, exceed customer expectations, support business growth, and enable our vision of transforming the food supply chain. This is a pivotal role in that journey, ideal for someone who is deeply passionate about technology. **Primary Responsibilities** + Design high-level architecture for supply chain software, infrastructure, cloud platforms, and automation tools within our technology ecosystem + Research and apply new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance security, scalability, resiliency, maintainability, automation, and deployment + Support development and deployment activities through close collaboration with software engineers, devops engineers, data architects, and other technical staff + Help identify and resolve critical system issues and security vulnerabilities + Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems and navigate technical disagreements with informed, practical solutions + Mentor and provide technical guidance to other team members and peers **Job Requirements** **Education and Work Experience** + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT Management, or a related field; or 9+ years of relevant experience + Minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience, including at least 2 years in an architectural role on large, complex projects + Strong understanding of software engineering tools and technologies, including IDEs, CI/CD pipelines, APM tools, and cloud platforms **Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** + Maintain a broad and deep understanding of software development techniques and technologies + Be open to coaching and actively seek feedback + Effectively manage multiple projects or assignments in a fast-paced, agile environment + Prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently + Demonstrate a collaborative mindset: know when to ask for help and when to offer it + Understand your strengths and apply them effectively + Learn and adapt to new technologies and business concepts + Take ownership of outcomes, delivering high-quality work on time + Communicate technical concepts clearly and confidently to both technical and non-technical audiences + Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed + Knowledge of supply chain technologies such as WMS, TMS, and YMS is strongly preferred Why Lineage? This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members. Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law. Benefits Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year. More vacancies in the Netherlands (https://nl.indeed.com/cmp/Lineage-055976f9?from=mobviewjob&tk=1hs858ajlmnao847&fromjk=e757d669ba21113f&attributionid=mobvjcmp) Not sure which role is right for you? Let us do the work! Share your contact information and a resume or CV. A member of our recruiting team will reach out to you to explore roles we think could be a good match. At Lineage, we have a shared purpose: We are transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world. Our shared purpose drives everything we do in all parts of our organization, from the warehouse floor to the corner office. The work we do is noble, and our team members are passionate about the impact they make every day. Working at Lineage is not just a job – it’s an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage Logistics team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain. If you are having trouble applying, contact our Human Resources team here: Contact Us | Lineage Logistics (https://www.lineagelogistics.com/contact-us) At Lineage Logistics, helping to feed the world is more than a job – it’s a purpose we live every day. Lineage is one of the world’s leading temperature-controlled logistics companies. Driven by our core values, we’re reimagining the global food supply chain. Lineage helps customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small family-owned businesses increase the efficiency and protect the integrity of their temperature-controlled supply chain. In recognition of the company’s leading innovations, Lineage was recognized as the No 1. Data Science company on Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2019, in addition to ranking 23rd overall in an evaluation of thousands of companies worldwide. As part of the Lineage family, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career as we continually expand, using technology and award-winning innovations, to meet the needs of customers around the world.