Chanel Solution Architect – Product & Content Platforms
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- IT & Technology Systems
- Posted
- Aug 6, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
Chanel | Solution Architect – Product & Content Platforms, Fragrances & Beauty | Neuilly Sur Seine
Role & Responsibilities
- Design and maintain technical architecture for product and content management platforms
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, product managers, and engineering teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions
- Define architectural standards, best practices, and governance frameworks for platform development
- Evaluate and recommend technology solutions and vendor partnerships
- Lead architectural reviews and ensure compliance with security, performance, and data governance standards
- Support the continuous optimization and modernization of existing platform infrastructure
- Mentor technical teams and provide architectural guidance throughout the development lifecycle
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
- Extensive experience in enterprise architecture and platform design, with demonstrated expertise in product and content management systems
- Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and microservices architecture
- Proficiency in API design, data governance, and integration patterns
- Familiarity with e-commerce, omnichannel, and DXP (Digital Experience Platform) technologies
- Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Skills
Experience
10+ years in software architecture, systems design, or enterprise IT, with a minimum of 5 years focused on platform architecture in digital commerce or media-rich environments.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or equivalent hands-on professional experience demonstrating architectural expertise.
Workplace
This position is based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
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