Senior Integration Architect

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.

At Merkle a dentsu company we power the experience economy. Whether were building the next great app running CRM at scale for global brands delivering technology architectures that support millions of users or providing world-class data identity and insights solutions its all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsus legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan weve spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty drive growth and connect meaningfully with their audiences.

Weve been named a global Leader by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce experience design engineering and technology integration digital marketing data science CRM and loyalty and customer data management.

As a Senior Integration Architect you will lead theend-to-enddesign and delivery of enterprise integration solutions that connect customer data platforms and digital experiences across complex ecosystems.
Youll define integration patterns platform selection API strategies and reference architectures guide delivery teams and ensure standards for security scalability performance and governance.Youllpartner closely with cross functional teams (solution architects data engineers automation engineers platform SMEs project managers) and play a visible role inpresales estimation and Road mapping.

Key Responsibilities:
Architecture & Design

• Own the integration architecture across programs design canonical data models API led connectivity (experience/process/system APIs) messaging/eventing and data movement (ETL/ELT) across cloud and on prem platforms.
  

• Produce andmaintainarchitecture artifacts (high level designs sequence diagrams data flow maps interface specificationsnonfunctionalrequirements) and ensure traceability to business outcomes.
  

• Define and enforce best practices/standards for integration including security (OAuth/JWT) resilience observability andperformancereviewsolutions for compliance with enterprise principles.

Governance & Documentation

• Establish integration standards (API design conventions event schemas error handling versioning and documentation).
  

• Ensure all integrations are documented up to date and accessible.

Enablement & Presales

• Contribute to presales and RFPssolutioning effort estimation scope assumptions and architecture roadmaps.
  

• Present solution options andtradeoffsto executive stakeholders.
  Mentor andcoachengineers and junior architects.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years in IT with 6 years focused on integration architecture (enterprise integration patterns APIs/microservices messaging ETL/ELT).
  

• Proven experience designing and delivering API led architectures and integrations across CRM/ERP CDPs data platforms and modern CMS/composable stacks.
  

• Hands on with one or more iPaaS/integration platforms (e.g. MuleSoftWorkato Azure Integration Services Boomi) and cloud services (AWS/Azure/GCP) forintegrationworkloads.
  

• Strong knowledge of security (OAuth2) observability (logging tracing metrics) andnonfunctionalrequirements (scalability performance).
  

• Proficiencyin API design (REST/GraphQL) specs (RAML/OpenAPI) and data transformations (DataWeave/JSON/CSV/XML).
  

• Excellent communication skillsable to present architecturesfacilitatedecisions and lead cross functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: MuleSoft (Architecture/Developer) Azure Integration ArchitectWorkatoEnterprise Automation Boomi Architect.
  

• Experience integrating Salesforce (Sales/Service/Experience Cloud).
  Exposure to event driven architectures (Kafka/EventBridge)GraphQLfederation and composable platforms.
  

• Marketing/data solutions experience (CDPs identity data warehouse/ETL formulti terabytesolutions).

Why choose Merkle

Innovation at Our Core: As part of dentsus global network Merkle pushes the boundaries of customer experience integrating creativity technology and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 years weve been innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients.

Global Reach with Local Expertise: With over 16000 employees across 30 countries and part of a 70000 employees network at dentsu Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of local markets to deliver personalized effective solutions.

Collaborative Culture: At Merkle your ideas and contributions truly matter. Youll join a team that fosters innovation collaboration and creative problem-solving. Together we work on impactful international projects making meaningful connections every step of the way.

Whats in It for you

Global Perspective:As part of a dentsu company collaborate with over 70000 talented colleagues across 145 countries to drive innovation on a global scale.

Flexibility & Balance:Enjoy hybrid work models adaptable hours and home office options.

Inclusive & Supportive Culture:We celebrate diversity and foster a respectful workplace where every team members unique perspective is valued and everyone is welcome.

Well-balanced reward package:We offer competitive salaries volunteer days wellness days modern offices and a multi-cultural environment that fosters creativity and innovation.

Innovation-Driven Work:Contribute to projects that are reshaping industries and driving transformation with next-generation technologies and strategies.

Purpose-Driven Culture:Be part of an organization that fosters sustainable growth for brands people and societywhere every contribution makes a meaningful impact.

Growth Opportunities:Expand your skills through training mentorship and data-driven projects that reshape customer experience and business outcomes. Explore opportunities in the whole dentsu network to expand your reach.

*At dentsu Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society.

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals welcoming applicants regardless of gender gender identity nationality religion ethnicity cultural background sexual orientation age physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people clients and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

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