STIBO PIM Architect

Role : Stibo PIM ArchitectLocation : RemoteDuration : 6+ Months We are looking for a highly skilled STIBO PIM Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience in implementing Master Data Management (MDM) solutions, with a strong focus on STIBO STEP MDM/PIM (on-premises & SaaS) solutions. This role requires deep technical expertise, along with the ability to lead cross-functional teams, engage with customers, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, scalable solution. Skills and Requirements: Own the overall STIBO PIM solution architecture and technical direction aligned with retail domain best practices Lead current-state assessments of STIBO implementations and identify gaps across functionality, performance, and scalability Implementation Experience in Stibo SaaS Rationalize customizations and recommend out-of-box or composable alternatives Design the end-to-end Stibo MDM / STEP architecture for Product, Supplier, Customer, and other master data domains. Define data models, hierarchies, taxonomies, workflows, governance rules, and integration patterns. Develop data lineage, metadata models, versioning strategies, and governance frameworks. Build high-quality architecture that supports large SKU volumes and complex catalog structures. Lead Stibo MDM solution design and provide overall technical direction. Guide developers, data engineers, functional consultants, and integration teams. Drive data quality initiatives, validation rules, match/merge logic, and governance setup. Oversee configuration, customization, and performance optimization of STEP. Architect integration between Stibo and enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, eCommerce, DAM, and data warehouses. Design APIs, web services, ETL pipelines, and middleware integrations (MuleSoft, Boomi, etc.). Experience with Gateway Endpoints and Event Processors in STEP. Ensure smooth publishing and synchronization of master data across the organization. Lead product data onboarding and enrichment processes. Build workflows for supplier and customer onboarding. Manage taxonomy and attribute models across large datasets. Define governance rules for attributes, digital assets, pricing, and product lifecycle. Lead migration strategies from legacy systems into STEP Provide target-state architecture and modernization recommendations, including SaaS readiness Conduct "Whiteboard" sessions with clients through the conceptualization, design and implementation of new systems, middleware, MDM, and business intelligence solutions. Required Skills & Experience 12+ years of experience in PIM / MDM or enterprise data platforms 5+ years of hands-on experience with STIBO STEP PIM in architect or lead roles 5+ years of expertise with STEP configuration, XSLT, XML, REST API’s, JSON, SQL, APIs, and UI customizations. Proven experience delivering multiple full-lifecycle STIBO STEP implementations Expertise in MDM, PIM, taxonomy design, data modeling, workflows, and business rules. Experience architecting enterprise-level MDM systems. Experience with large product catalogs, supplier data, and asset management. Good understanding of eCommerce, retail, distribution, or manufacturing domains. Strong understanding of retail product lifecycle, merchandising, and omnichannel distribution Familiarity with DAM, syndication platforms, pricing, and inventory systems Job Type: Contract Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Work Location: Remote