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As a Technical Lead for Retail Transformation at Codvo, you will be responsible for driving a multi-phase digital modernization initiative across store operations, supply chain, and customer experience. Your role will involve leading architecture, integrations, and delivery of Azure-based, AI-enabled, and IoT-driven retail solutions in collaboration with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and cloud ecosystem partners. **Key Responsibilities:** - Own and drive the end-to-end technical execution of cloud, AI, and IoT-based retail modernization initiatives. - Develop scalable, secure Azure-native architectures and oversee implementation through production rollout. - Work closely with engineering partners and cross-functional teams to deliver prioritized retail use cases. - Integrate data across POS, ERP, CRM, inventory, supply chain, and IoT devices using Azure services (Synapse, IoT Hub, Event Hub, Functions, APIM, AKS, Blob Storage, etc.). - Implement reliable real-time and batch data pipelines for analytics, monitoring, and automation. - Ensure security, governance, and observability across environments. - Convert retail workflows such as shrink reduction, planogram compliance, store operations optimization, footfall analytics, and inventory accuracy into scalable technical solutions. - Enable data-driven decision making through automation, AI, and analytics. - Act as the technical owner and primary point of contact for cloud and AI initiatives. - Manage backlog, technical milestones, architecture reviews, and cross-team coordination. - Provide technical updates, risks, and recommendations to leadership and business stakeholders. **Qualifications Required:** - Technical Expertise: 8-12 years in engineering or architecture roles, with at least 3-5 years in retail technology. Hands-on experience with Azure Services (Synapse, IoT Hub, Event Hub, Functions, APIM, AKS, AAD, Blob Storage, Monitor). Strong knowledge of microservices, API design, event-driven systems, DevOps, and cloud security. - Retail Domain: Understanding of store operations, loss prevention, planogram execution, inventory workflows, demand forecasting, and supply chain processes. - Data & AI: Familiarity with AI/ML platforms, CV-based analytics, and streaming data architectures (Event Hub, Kafka, etc.). Experience with RAG/GenAI is a plus. - Leadership: Proven ability to lead technical teams, collaborate with external partners, and deliver complex programs in fast-paced environments. As a preferred qualification, having certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305), Azure Developer (AZ-204), Azure DevOps (AZ-400), or relevant retail technology or cloud certifications would be beneficial for this role. As a Technical Lead for Retail Transformation at Codvo, you will be responsible for driving a multi-phase digital modernization initiative across store operations, supply chain, and customer experience. Your role will involve leading architecture, integrations, and delivery of Azure-based, AI-enabled, and IoT-driven retail solutions in collaboration with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and cloud ecosystem partners. **Key Responsibilities:** - Own and drive the end-to-end technical execution of cloud, AI, and IoT-based retail modernization initiatives. - Develop scalable, secure Azure-native architectures and oversee implementation through production rollout. - Work closely with engineering partners and cross-functional teams to deliver prioritized retail use cases. - Integrate data across POS, ERP, CRM, inventory, supply chain, and IoT devices using Azure services (Synapse, IoT Hub, Event Hub, Functions, APIM, AKS, Blob Storage, etc.). - Implement reliable real-time and batch data pipelines for analytics, monitoring, and automation. - Ensure security, governance, and observability across environments. - Convert retail workflows such as shrink reduction, planogram compliance, store operations optimization, footfall analytics, and inventory accuracy into scalable technical solutions. - Enable data-driven decision making through automation, AI, and analytics. - Act as the technical owner and primary point of contact for cloud and AI initiatives. - Manage backlog, technical milestones, architecture reviews, and cross-team coordination. - Provide technical updates, risks, and recommendations to leadership and business stakeholders. **Qualifications Required:** - Technical Expertise: 8-12 years in engineering or architecture roles, with at least 3-5 years in retail technology. Hands-on experience with Azure Services (Synapse, IoT Hub, Event Hub, Functions, APIM, AKS, AAD, Blob Storage, Monitor). Strong knowledge of microservices, API design, event-driven systems, DevOps, and cloud security. - Retail Domain: Understanding of store operations, loss prevention, planogram execution, inventory workflows, demand forecasting, and supply chain processes. - Data & AI: Familiarity with AI/ML platforms, CV-based analytics, an
