Primark
Solution Architect RFID & Retail Technology
Solution Architect RFID & Retail Technology at Primark, based in Reading, South East. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Reading, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Software Developer
Reference en/job/reading/solution-architect-rfid-and-retail-technology/8171/101053186976
About the role
Technology at Primark
What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.
Join Primark as a Solution Architect (RFID) and play a key role in designing and delivering innovative RFID solutions that enhance inventory accuracy, stock visibility and operational efficiency across our global retail estate. Working closely with business, technology and delivery teams, you'll shape scalable architecture solutions that support strategic growth and drive measurable business value.
What you'll do
- Lead the design of end-to-end RFID solutions aligned with business requirements and enterprise architecture standards.
- Develop and maintain solution architectures, technical designs, blueprints and documentation.
- Provide architectural governance and technical leadership throughout the solution delivery lifecycle.
- Collaborate with business, product and engineering teams to define scalable and sustainable technology solutions.
- Ensure solutions meet security, performance, resilience and scalability requirements.
- Evaluate technologies, vendors and solution options, providing recommendations and managing technical risks.
- Support successful implementation and integration of RFID capabilities across retail and supply chain platforms.
What you'll bring
- Strong experience as a Solution Architect within large-scale enterprise environments.
- Proven experience designing and delivering RFID solutions within retail or supply chain operations.
- Deep understanding of retail technology, inventory management and stock visibility processes.
- Experience integrating RFID platforms with enterprise applications and operational systems.
- Strong knowledge of solution architecture principles, frameworks and best practices.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to balance business priorities, technical requirements and delivery objectives in a complex environment.
About Primark
Primark was founded on a mission that everyone deserves to look and feel good – without paying more. We stand for great value without compromise, offering affordable fashion and everyday essentials that are made to last. Founded in Ireland in 1969, Primark is now an international fashion retailer with more than 470 stores across 18 countries in Europe, the US and the Middle East, employing more than 80,000 colleagues. Millions of shopper’s trust Primark every week for everything from everyday essentials like t-shirts and socks, to the latest fashion trends – all at unbeatable prices.
Primark is built on a belief and passion for physical stores – helping to bring high streets and retail centres to life and creating joyful, social experiences. The company is focused on driving positive change by giving clothing a longer life, protecting life on the planet and supporting the livelihoods of the people who make Primark clothes.
REQ ID: JR-14225
Reference: en/job/reading/solution-architect-rfid-and-retail-technology/8171/101053186976 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via Primark
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